Ángel Cabrera (disambiguation) facts for kids

Ángel Cabrera (born in 1969) is a famous professional golfer from Argentina. He is known for winning two of golf's biggest tournaments: the U.S. Open and The Masters. His nickname is "El Pato," which means "The Duck" in Spanish.

Who is Ángel Cabrera?

Ángel Cabrera was born in Córdoba, Argentina. He started playing golf at a young age. He became a professional golfer in 1989. This means he started playing golf as his job.

Early Career

Cabrera played mostly on the European Tour for many years. He won several tournaments there. These wins helped him become known in the golf world. He showed he was a strong player with a powerful swing.

Major Wins

Cabrera is one of only a few golfers from South America to win major championships.

• In 2007, he won the U.S. Open. This was a very exciting win for him.
• In 2009, he won The Masters tournament. This is one of the most famous golf events in the world. Winning The Masters means he earned a special green jacket.

Playing Style

Ángel Cabrera is known for his calm way of playing. He often looks very relaxed on the golf course. He is also known for his powerful shots. These skills helped him win big tournaments.

Other People Named Ángel Cabrera

The name Ángel Cabrera is quite common. Here are some other notable people who share this name:

• Ángel Cabrera (naturalist) (1879–1960) was a Spanish scientist who studied animals.
• Ángel Cabrera (footballer) (1939–2010) was a football player from Uruguay.
• Ángel Cabrera (academic) (born 1967) is a leader in education. He was the president of Georgia Tech, a big university in the United States.
• Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908–1999) was a Spanish-Argentine scientist who studied plants.

See also

In Spanish: Ángel Cabrera para niños

• Ángel Cabrera Classic, a golf tournament on the TPG Tour, the official professional golf tour in Argentina
• Cabrera (disambiguation)