About
Dassu was the first Italian to win the national open on the European Tour since 1954 and shot a record 60 in his debut season at the Swiss Open.
Baldovino Dassu is a distinguished Italian golf professional whose career transitioned into golf course architecture after an accomplished run on the European Tour. Born in Florence in 1952, Dassu amassed an impressive playing record, including landmark wins at the 1976 Dunlop Masters and the Italian Open—victories that helped elevate the profile of Italian golf. After retiring from active competition, he directed his expertise toward golf course design, collaborating with renowned landscape architects. Dassu played a leading role in the creation and design of significant courses such as Argentario and Poggio dei Medici, helping to shape the modern landscape of golf in Italy. Throughout his career, Dassu has contributed to the growth of the sport both as a competitor and as a designer, endorsing golf tourism and coaching within Italy. His legacy includes not only tournament victories but also a tangible impact on the Italian golf environment through course architecture and development.
