Simon Robinson (born 16 February 1981) is an

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. Robinson was born in

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. He was successful as a junior, winning both the world and European boys championships. He played college golf at the

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. Robinson turned professional in 2004 and has played predominantly on the lower level tours. In 2005 he won three times on the

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to finish in third place on the Order of Merit and earn his place on the second tier

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for 2006. Robinson played on the Challenge Tour for four seasons. His best year was 2008 when he claimed his first title on the tour, the

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held in Finland, and finished 46th on the end of season rankings.

Amateur wins

*1999 World Boys Championship, European Boys Championship

Professional wins (4)

Challenge Tour wins (1)

PGA EuroPro Tour wins (3)

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Swallow Suffolk Open, Oakley International Open, Golf Pages Classic

Team appearances

Amateur *

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(representing Great Britain & Ireland):

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(winners)

References

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Robinson, Simon English male golfers Houston Cougars men's golfers European Tour golfers Sportspeople from Hartlepool People from Seaton Carew 1981 births Living people