Meet Angel Ayora: The Spanish Golf Whiz Who Said No to Millions

Golf has a new star on the rise, and his name is Angel Ayora. Born in 2004, this Spanish prodigy has been hitting the greens since he was a kid. He's played for big teams like Costa Ballena Ocean Club de Golf in Madrid and even represented Spain and Europe in various tournaments. But what's really grabbing headlines is his decision to turn down a huge offer from LIV Golf. LIV Golf, known for its massive payouts, tried to recruit Ayora with a two-year contract. It seems Kalle Samooja's relegation from Cleeks GC by Martin Kaymer opened up a spot for Ayora. But he said no, just like Ludvig Aberg did before him. It's not the first time LIV has been rejected, and Ayora's choice is making waves.Ayora's journey to the pros hasn't been easy. He started with the Q-School, aiming for the Challenge Tour. In 2023, he won the first stage of the European Tour Qualifying School and finished third in the second stage. Though he didn't get a DP World Tour card right away, he didn't give up. In 2024, Ayora smashed the Challenge Tour with top 15 finishes, including a win at the Rosa Challenge Tour. He finished 4th on the Road to Mallorca and earned his European Tour card. As a DP World Tour member, he's already making a name for himself with top finishes. He even made his PGA Tour debut in 2024. Ayora looks up to golf legends like Tiger Woods and Seve Ballesteros. He dreams big, aiming to win globally and make Spain proud. His start on the DP World Tour is impressive, and he's proving he's a force to be reckoned with.