The name Ernie Els is synonymous with golf in South Africa.
He is one of the best if not the best golf player in the country.
His story is not an uncommon one; he found what he excelled at and ran with it.
Ernie Els during an interview in Australia. Photo: ErnieelsgolfSource: Instagram
His biography is inspirational and is detailed below.
When he was 8 years old, he took an interest in golf.
By the time Ernie was 14, he was a scratch handicap.
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His skill was undeniable, and it was around this time that he decided to focus on golf.
Ernie Els children are Samantha and Ben.
In 2008, they decided to go public with their son’s neurodevelopmental disorder.
Young Ernie after winning a tournament. Photo: ErnieelsgolfSource: Instagram
Soon after, Bens parents launched theEls for Autism Foundationto raise money and awareness for the study of autism.
The idea was to open a place where all children in the autism spectrum could thrive and be nurtured.
It took 8 years to build and was opened in August 2015.
Ernie with Neels, his father. Photo: ErnieelsgolfSource: Instagram
His passion is solely golf; even his side hustles involve the sport in some way.
Professional Golf career
In 1989, he won theSouth African Amateur Stroke Play Championship.
Soon after, he turned pro and showed his prowess at the game as a very young golfer.
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His career was one of setting goals and eliminating competition worldwide.
To date, the renowned golfer has over 72 professional career victories and still counting.
He has been in the limelight since he first began playing at tournaments back when he was 13.
A throwback picture of the whole family at Herolds Bay. Photo: ErnieelsgolfSource: Instagram
We answer all the frequently asked questions about the pro-golfer here.
How much is Ernie Els worth?
Ernie Els net worth 2020,according to Forbes, is a whopping $19.5 million.
Ernie Els with his wife and son wearing blue to support Autism Awareness month. Photo: ErnieelsgolfSource: Instagram
Most of his money, however, is used for good and charitable causes.
Where does Ernie Els live?
He has homes all over the continent.
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He mainly resides in Wentworth, England.
Has Ernie Els won a major?
Ernie has won the major 4 times in his career.
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His most recent win is 2012 at Royal Lytham & St Annes.
Despite his groundbreaking wins and records, the skilled golferhas never won the Masters.
To this day, he hates that it is a win that has evaded him over the years.
Ernie in 1997 after winning a tournament in the US. Photo: ErnieelsgolfSource: Instagram
He is another South African professional golfer who has made his country proud, just like Ernie.
He is famously known as the winner of the 2010 Open Championship.
Before joining the team in 2018, Lynn wrote for Kenyan media platforms and several other websites.
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She graduated from the University of Nairobi in 2019 with honours after pursuing a BSc.
She is currently studying for a Master’s degree in the same field.
Lynn specialises in writing celebrity biographies, listicles and teasers for popular TV shows.
Els at a golf tour. Photo: ErnieelsgolfSource: Instagram
Contacts; +254707596322, lynnkandie27@gmail.com
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