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Chi Chi Rodriguez: The Swashbuckling Champion of Golf Juan "Chi Chi" Rodriguez, one of golf's most colorful and beloved figures, was born on October 23, 1935, in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico. Growing up in poverty, Rodriguez's journey to becoming a golfing legend is a testament to his determination, skill, and indomitable spirit. As a child, Rodriguez worked as a water carrier on a sugar plantation, earning a dollar a day to help support his family. His introduction to golf came at the age of six when he fashioned his first golf club from the branch of a guava tree. He would practice by hitting tin cans around his neighborhood, developing the skills that would later make him famous. At the age of 12, Rodriguez became a caddie at the Dorado Beach Golf Club. It was here that he honed his skills, often sneaking onto the course to play in the early morning hours before the members arrived. His natural talent quickly became apparent, and he turned professional at the young age of 19. Rodriguez'

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