About
Lee Trevino was struck by lightning during a PGA Tour event and survived, continuing to play at the highest level afterward.
Lee Trevino is widely celebrated as one of golf's greatest players and a pioneering Mexican-American athlete. Born in 1939 in Dallas, Texas, Trevino’s early immersion in golf came through caddying and hitting hundreds of practice balls daily on a makeshift short course. After serving four years as a Marine Corps machine gunner, he returned to golf as a club professional in El Paso, Texas. In 1966, his career gained momentum when he qualified for the U.S. Open, marking the start of his ascent into competitive golf. Trevino won 29 PGA Tour titles, including six major championships: two U.S. Opens, two Open Championships, and two PGA Championships. Nicknamed “Supermex,” he was known for his creative ball-striking, fearless attitude, and an unconventional swing honed without formal instruction. Trevino later designed golf courses internationally, contributing to the game beyond playing. He was elected to the World Golf Hall of Fame in 1981, cementing his legacy in golf history.
