Sam Torrance OBE
One of the European Tour’s most established players, for over two decades Sam Torrance graced the higher echelons of professional golf. With a remarkable 44 Pro wins to his name (21 on the European Tour), the Scotsman established himself as one of the best players of his generation. Since retiring from the sport, Sam can often be found working as one of the most highly sought-after golf after-dinner speakers on the circuit. Vastly experienced, he can recall fascinating anecdotes from his own successful career while also discussing how he’s seen the sport change over the years.
A talented golfer in his youth, Sam’s father was a golf instructor who coached him from childhood. Turning professional in 1970, he became renowned for his long driving and accurate play with the short iron. Plus, his daring and courageous style on the European Tour made him an instant hit. In 1972, Sam won his first Tour event and was named Rookie of the Year in the same year. A sure sign of things to come, he went on to win a total of 21 events with his final victory coming in 1998. For a time Sam held the record for most appearances on the Tour, before being surpassed in 2020. At his speaking events, he’s able to discuss his impressive longevity, as well as share career highlights with audiences.
Throughout his career, Sam appeared at eight Ryder Cups. Winning the iconic trophy four times in total, undoubtedly his greatest moment at the tournament came in 1985. Sam was responsible for sinking the winning putt that secured victory for Europe and prevented a USA victory for the first time in 28 years. Two years later, he also played a key role as Europe defeated America on American soil for the first time ever.
In 2017 Sam retired from professional golf, with his last event coming on the European Senior Tour (now known as the Legends Tour).
If you would like one of the best golf after-dinner speakers in the business to perform a keynote speech at your next event, Sam Torrance is the ideal personality for you.
For more information on how to book for your next event or private function, email us at agent@evolve-agency.co.uk
Topics and Themes
- Broadcasting
- Ryder Cup
- Golf
- Leadership
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Sam's Latest Case Studies
Sam Torrance and BoyleSports
Ireland’s biggest independent bookmaker, BoyleSports, was searching for a golfing legend to help promote the European Tour’s finale event, the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai. Evolve provided the bookies with 21 time European Tour winner and Scottish golfing icon Sam Torrance for this role. Sam chatted to a whole host of media platforms, both broadcast and print, about the event offering his expert insight on a number of golf topics.
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