Fredrik Andersson Hed Wiki
Fredrik Andersson Hed Biography
Who was Fredrik Andersson Hed ?
Former Swedish professional golfer Fredrik Andersson Hed died of cancer at age 49, the European Tour announced.
Fredrik Andersson Hed was a Swedish professional golfer and broadcaster. He won the 2010 BMW Italian Open. Wikipedia
Andersson Hed turned pro in 1992 and won twice on the Challenge Tour and once on the European Tour at the Italian Open in 2010.
The 2010 European Tour season proved to be its most successful as it peaked at 22nd in the season-ending standings thanks to a second place in the BMW PGA Championship and an additional five top ten.
Andersson Hed represented Europe
Andersson Hed represented Europe at the Royal Trophy with Colin Montgomerie, in a team that also featured compatriots Henrik Stenson, Peter Hanson and Johan Edfors, in their win against Asia in 2011.
He was also runner-up at the Scottish Open 2011 and at the Omega European Masters and the Hong Kong Open in 2012.
His best finish in a major was T50 at the 2002 Open Championship at Muirfield.
Andersson Hed retired from golf in 2015 after 358 European Tour appearances.
European Tour Operations Director Keith Waters
European Tour Operations Director Keith Waters said: “On behalf of the European Tour, I send our deepest condolences to Fredrik’s family and friends, in particular his wife Anna and their children Viggo and Molly. It is always incredibly sad. when we lose a member of the European Tour Tour as a family, and never more than in the case of someone like Fredrick, who was taken too early.
“Fredrik was well loved in the world of golf and beyond, especially among our Scandinavian players and staff, both past and present. Our hearts go out to them at this incredibly sad time.
Broadcasting career
“I had the pleasure of meeting Fredrik, but even for those who did not, a look at his career history highlights his strength and perseverance, with some truly wonderful moments as an individual and as a valued teammate. I hope that your loved ones console yourself with those wonderful memories and the joy you brought to so many on the golf course. ”
In 2016, Andersson Hed became a golf commentator for the national public broadcaster Sveriges Television.
Death
He died of cancer in October 2021, at the age of 49.
Spouse
Anna (m.2004)
PGA Championship:
T62: 2010
Source: WikiSoon
