Michael Christie (June 25, 1969 – April 22, 2004) was an American

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who played on the

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and

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. Christie was born in

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. He was an

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n at the University of South Carolina in 1992. Christie got his start in professional

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in 1993 by qualifying for the U.S. Open, where he finished T-52. He won his first pro tournament on the then Nike Tour at the Carolina Classic in

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in 1995 by shooting a tournament record of 22-under-par. He played on the Nike Tour from 1994 to 1996 winning four times and earned his

card as a result of his three victories in 1996, finishing second

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on the money list. Christie played on the PGA Tour from 1997 to 2000; his best finish was a tie for sixth at the

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in 1997. Christie began experiencing debilitating physical ailments beginning in 1998 which curtailed his golfing career. Through several surgeries, he attempted comebacks to the professional ranks through 2003. Christie died of a self-inflicted wound at the age of 34. In addition to his successes on the PGA and Nationwide Tours, Christie won twice on the Hooters Tour. His teammates at the University of South Carolina included current pros Carl Paulson and

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Professional wins (6)

Nike Tour wins (4)

Other wins (2)

*2 wins on the NGA Hooters Tour

Results in major championships

"T" = tied
''Note: Christie only played in the U.S. Open.''

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