Began playing as a youngster, with the garden in his backyard next to a golf course in the Canary Islands.

Studied business and economics at the University of Las Palmas but didn't graduate when his professional career took off.

His younger sister Emma plays on the Ladies European Tour.

Interests include surfing, fitness and photography.

Began playing golf at age 6 and won the Spanish National Championship every year from age 7 to age 18.