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Ryo Ishikawa: Japanese Golf Star Profile
Career Overview
Ryo Ishikawa turned professional in 2008 at age 16, becoming the youngest player to win on the Japan Golf Tour with his victory at the 2007 Munsingwear Open KSB Cup as an amateur. Known as the “Bashful Prince” in Japan, he has accumulated 17 wins on the Japan Golf Tour.
Professional Achievements
– Japan Golf Tour victories: 17
– Career-best world ranking: 29th (2010)
– Youngest player to reach ¥100 million in earnings on Japan Golf Tour
– Made PGA Tour debut in 2009
– Member of International Team at 2009 and 2011 Presidents Cup
Personal Life
Born: September 17, 1991
Birthplace: Saitama, Japan
Residence: Tokyo, Japan
Spouse: Married Yuki Ishikawa in 2016
Height: 5’11” (1.80 m)
Career Earnings
– Japan Golf Tour career earnings: Over ¥1 billion
– PGA Tour career earnings: $2,173,929
Notable Records
– Youngest winner on Japan Golf Tour (15 years, 8 months)
– Shot a 58 in The Crowns tournament (2010), setting a record for lowest score in a major professional tournament
Equipment
Plays Yonex clubs and equipment through a long-term endorsement deal
Charitable Work
Donated all 2011 tournament earnings to earthquake relief efforts in Japan, totaling approximately ¥100 million
Current Status
Primarily competes on the Japan Golf Tour, making occasional appearances in major championships and PGA Tour events
Education
Did not attend college; turned professional directly from high school
Note: Net worth figures are not included as reliable sources for this information are not available..
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