Wayne Riley

Professional golfer; golf commentator

Australian Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Quick Info

ProfessionProfessional golfer; golf commentator
NationalityAustralian
Date of Birth17/09/1962
Age63 years
BirthplaceSydney, New South Wales, Australia

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SummaryAustralian professional golfer who turned pro in 1977 and later became a principal on-course commentator for Sky Sports covering European Tour events

Career

Turned Pro1977
Tours
  • Australasian Tour
  • European Tour
Wins
Australasian Tour4
European Tour2
Major Titles
  • Australian Open (1991)
  • Scottish Open (1995)
  • Portuguese Open (1996)
Notable WinsScottish Open at Carnoustie, finishing two shots ahead of Nick Faldo
Post-Playing CareerJoined Sky Sports golf team as principal on-course commentator for European Tour events after nearly 20 years on the European Tour

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Accumulated three national championship titles: Australian Open, Scottish Open, and Portuguese Open[2]
2. Won Scottish Open on the Championship course at Carnoustie[2]
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