Knud Storgaard Jensen (born 10 August 1972) is a

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er. Storgaard, who holds a master's degree in

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, first qualified for the

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in 1998 having won once on the

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the previous year. His first season was unsuccessful, but he again qualified for the 2003

season; unfortunately at the same time it was discovered that he was suffering from

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. Because of the cancer, Storgaard didn't participate in the European Tour season, and as a result he got a medical extension for the 2004

season.

Amateur wins

*1993 Danish National Amateur Championship

Professional wins (5)

Challenge Tour wins (1)

Nordic Golf League wins (4)

Team appearances

Professional *

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(representing Denmark):

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References

External links

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Profile at www.golfonline.dk
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