Christo Lamprecht is a South African amateur golfer who plays for Georgia Tech. He shocked the golfing world by taking part in the lead after the first round of the 151st Open at Royal Liverpool. Christo hit a 66 under par to join Tommy Fleetwood and Emiliano Grillo at the top of the leaderboard.
He made six birdies and just one bogey on his impressive round and showed no signs of nervousness in his big debut. Lamprecht also impressed with his power off the tee, averaging 325 yards for shots, the third-highest in the field.
He became the first player in four years to lead in his first PGA Tour start since 2018. He is also the first player to make his major debut since Andrew Landry at the 2016 US Open. Christo Lamprecht is also the third South African in six years to win the amateur championship, earning him invites to the 2023 Open Championship, the 2024 Masters Tournament, and the 2024 US Open. He is known for his height of 6 feet 8 inches.
Early life
Lamprecht was born on January 30, 2001, in George, Western Cape, South Africa. He is the youngest of three children and has two older sisters. His father introduced him to golf at the age of three and he attended Outeniqua High School. He joined Georgia Tech in 2020 as a business administration student and played for the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets men’s golf team, where he received All-American honors and was a contender for the Fred Haskins Award.
Christo Lamprecht career
Lamprecht enjoyed a stellar amateur career, setting a record as the youngest-ever winner of the South African Amateur Championship in 2017. He competed in the Junior Presidents Cup in 2017 and 2019. The world saw him make his name in history as the seminal international champion of the prestigious East of Ireland amateur tournament in 2018.
He made four appearances at the South African Open Championship and was the youngest player on the field on his debut in 2018. In 2021, he placed fourth at the Spirit International Amateur Golf Championship in Trinity, Texas, where he led the South African team and finished eighth overall and fifth in the men’s.
Lamprecht competed in the 2022 Arnold Palmer Cup in Switzerland and 2023 in Pennsylvania, representing Team International. Christo achieved a stunning triumph in the 2023 Amateur Championship, held amidst the stunning scenery of Hillside Golf Club in enchanting England. Lamprecht scored an exciting 3-2 victory over the impressive Rohan Kleu of Switzerland in an unforgettable 36-hole final.
Christo Lamprecht biography | |
|---|---|
| Real name | Christo Lamprecht |
| birth date | January 30, 2001 |
| Age | 23 years |
| Place of birth | George, South Africa |
| Profession | golfer |
| University | – |
| qualification | graduate |
Physical Statistics | |
| Height | in feet inches – 6 feet 8 inches – in centimeters – 232 cm |
| Weight | in kilograms – 99 kg – in pounds – 220 pounds |
| Hair color | Brown |
| eye color | Brown |
Christo Lamprecht Family | |
| Father | – |
| Mother | – |
| Sister | Two |
| Brother | – |
relationship status | |
| Marital status | single |
| affair | NO |
| who is Christo Lamprecht’s girlfriend? | none |
Personal life
Lamprecht is currently single and focused on his golf career. He has not revealed any details about his past or present relationships.
social media
Lamprecht is active on social media platforms such as Twitter and Instagram. He posts about his golf successes, his travels, his hobbies, and his friends. Christo has over 7,000 followers on Twitter and over 7,000 followers on Instagram. He also uses his platform to promote causes close to his heart, such as environmental awareness and animal welfare.
Christo Lamprecht Net Worth
According to various sources, Lamprecht’s net worth is estimated to be around $500,000. He makes money from his award wins, endorsements, sponsorships, and appearances. He has worked with brands such as Titleist, FootJoy, Lacoste, and Rolex.