Abe Espinosa


Abelard George "Abe" Espinsosa was an American professional golfer who is best known as the first Hispanic-American to win a significant professional championship.
Born in Monterey, California, Espinosa was a club professional in Oakland, Chicago, and at Shreveport Country Club in Louisiana, where one of his caddies was future U.S. Open Champion Tommy Bolt. Espinosa's younger brother Al was also a professional golfer; both were known for their dashing, stylish attire on the links.
Espinosa's first PGA Tour win came at the Western Open in 1928. His best finish in a major was a tie for seventh at the U.S. Open in 1924. After his playing days were over, he became involved in golf course architecture and design; his works include Heart River Municipal Golf Course in Dickinson, North Dakota.

Professional wins (4)

PGA Tour wins (3)