Sad News: golf legend dies today at the age of 62 after…
Aug. 9 (UPI) — Hall of Fame golfer Juan “Chi Chi” Rodriguez, who rose from poverty in Puerto Rico and became one of the sport’s most popular players, has died, the PGA Tour announced. He was 88.
The PGA Tour announced Rodriguez’s death Thursday, but did not provide a cause.
“‘Chi Chi’ Rodriguez’s passion for charity and outreach was surpassed only by his incredible talent with a golf club in his hand,” PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan said in a news release. “A vibrant, colorful personality both on and off the golf course, he will be missed dearly by the PGA Tour and those whose lives he touched in his mission to give back.
“The PGA Tour sends its deepest condolences to the entire Rodriguez family during this difficult time
The Hall of Famer was known for his long, low drives and excellent wedge play. He also drew attention for his entertaining antics around greens, sometimes pretending his putter was a sword or performing flamboyant dances.
