Ángel Franco

Ángel Franco (born 31 May 1958) is a Paraguayan professional golfer.

Early life

In 1958, Franco was born in Asunción. His brother is the professional golfer Carlos Franco.

Professional career

In 1974, Franco turned pro. He won the South American Tour Order of Merit in 1991. In 2007, he was second at the Carlos Franco Invitational, and won the same tournament in 2012 in a playoff against younger brother Ramon.

Currently, Franco is a member of European Seniors Tour, and his best finish on this tour has been second place at the 2008 Jersey Seniors Classic, 2008 Russian Seniors Open and the 2009 De Vere Collection PGA Seniors Championship.

Professional wins (16)

Nike Tour wins (1)

Canadian Tour wins (1)

Tour de las Américas wins (1)

• 2000 TPG Movilnet Classic

TPG Tour wins (1)

Argentine wins (6)

• 1989 Jockey Club Rosario Open
• 1990 Los Lagartos Grand Prix, Praderas Grand Prix
• 1991 Rio Cuarto Open
• 1992 Center Open
• 1996 Norpatagonico Open

Other wins (6)

• 1990 Los Leones Open (Chile)
• 1991 Brazil Open, Prince of Wales Open (Chile)
• 1992 Quito Open (Ecuador)
• 1995 Marbella Open (Chile), Callaway Cup (Paraguay)

Team appearances

• World Cup (representing Paraguay): 1985, 1991, 1993, 1994, 2001
• Alfred Dunhill Cup (representing Paraguay): 1991, 1993, 1994, 1999

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