Jean Hugo
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Jean Hugo (born 3 December 1975) is a South African golfer.
He played on the European Tour, and his best season was in 2001 when he finished 34th on the Order of Merit. Jean matriculated at Paul Roos gymnasium in Stellenbosch South Africa in 1994 and graduated three years later with a BA degree from the University of Stellenbosch prior to becoming a professional golfer.Jean Hugo is the youngest son of organic chemist Professor Victor Hugo and Esme Hugo both of who were active in sport and sport administration. Hugo also excelled in rugby and cricket before choosing golf as a career.
[edit] Tournament wins
Amateur Jean Hugo was one of the most successful amateur golfers in South Africa having won most of the prestigious amateur titles. He represented South Africa in several test matches.
- 1998 South African Amateur Championship
- 1999 South African Amateur Stroke Play Championship
Sunshine Tour
- 1999 Zimbabwe Open
- 2000 Western Cape Classic
- 2006 Vodacom Origins of Golf Tour at Arabella, South African Airways Pro-Am Invitational
- 2007 Nashua Masters
Challenge Tour
- 2000 Volvo Finnish Open
Other
- 2005 Wild Coast Sun Touring Pro-Am (South Africa)