What nobody tells you about golf’s most improbable victories is that they often come from the most unlikely places. This is the story of Nicolás Echavarría, a Colombian golfer who wasn’t supposed to be the star of his own family, yet rose from overlooked youngest brother to PGA Tour champion. From Medellín’s modest fairways to Arkansas college golf and finally the world’s biggest stages, he defied every odd stacked against him. By the end, you’ll see how Echavarría turned two of his only top-10 finishes into career-defining PGA Tour victories — rewriting what’s possible for golfers from non-traditional countries.
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What nobody tells you about golf’s
most improbable victories is that they often come from the most unlikely places.
This is the story of Nicolás Echavarría, a Colombian golfer who wasn’t supposed to be the
star of his own family, yet rose from overlooked youngest brother to PGA Tour champion. From
Medellín’s modest fairways to Arkansas college golf and finally the world’s biggest stages, he
defied every odd stacked against him. By the end, you’ll see how Echavarría turned two of his
only top-10 finishes into career-defining PGA Tour victories — rewriting what’s possible
for golfers from non-traditional countries. Nicolás Echavarría Botero was born August 4, 1994,
in Medellín, Colombia. Golf ran in the family, but Nico was never the obvious favorite. His
older brothers, Andrés and Miguel, were already making names for themselves. Andrés played at
the University of Florida, one of the strongest programs in the U.S., and went on to win twice
on PGA Tour Latinoamérica before competing on the Korn Ferry Tour. Miguel played at the University
of Michigan, carving out his own respected path. That left Nico, the youngest, always in the
background. When people heard the Echavarría name, they thought of his brothers first.
Nico tagged along, studied their swings, and watched them shine in junior events.
He wasn’t expected to outshine them. He wasn’t supposed to be the one. But being
underestimated planted a quiet determination. Growing up in Colombia wasn’t like growing up in
Florida or California. There were no sprawling junior circuits, no endless academies grooming
players for the pros. Facilities were limited, competition came in waves, and international
opportunities were expensive. Yet those challenges shaped Nico’s game. On Medellín’s tricky,
imperfect courses, he learned creativity, adaptability, and resilience. You couldn’t just
bomb drives and wedge it close. You had to think, to problem-solve, to manage the unexpected.
That skill set would serve him well later. In 2013, Nico left Colombia for the University
of Arkansas. For the youngest brother, it was transformative. Suddenly, he had
access to everything his siblings once had: elite facilities, year-round coaching, and the
chance to battle some of the best collegiate golfers in the SEC. Day by day, his game matured.
He wasn’t just Andrés’ little brother anymore. He was becoming a player in his own right.
By 2016, the progress showed. He represented Colombia in the Eisenhower Trophy, the
World Amateur Team Championship. Standing among the best amateurs in the world, Nico
realized he could compete at this level. It wasn’t a dream anymore. It was a possibility.
College golf also toughened him. Long travel days, balancing academics with tournaments, and the
grind of week-in and week-out competition built mental resilience. Every bad round forced him to
reset. Every missed putt was a test of patience. By the time he graduated in 2017, Nico wasn’t
just talented — he was hardened by adversity. That same year, he turned professional at the
Avianca Colombia Open. Life on developmental tours is far from glamorous. Players live out
of suitcases, scrape together travel funds, and chase opportunities week after week. For
many, the dream dies there. But in 2018, Nico proved he was different. He won twice on PGA Tour
Latinoamérica and finished second on the Order of Merit, earning promotion to the Korn Ferry Tour.
The Korn Ferry Tour is golf’s crucible. Many talented players spend years there without
ever breaking through. Nico endured the grind: missed cuts, stretches of doubt, flashes of
promise. But he had patience. He had lived in the shadows before, always underestimated.
By 2022, after nearly a decade of persistence, he finally earned his PGA Tour card
through the Korn Ferry Tour Finals. Most rookies on the PGA Tour just want to
survive — make some cuts, hold onto their card, get comfortable. Nico’s rookie year started that
way. Some good rounds, plenty of missed cuts, lessons learned under the brightest lights.
Then came March 2023. The Puerto Rico Open. On Sunday afternoon, the Colombian rookie found
himself in contention. For many young players, nerves tighten. But Nico played calm. On the back
nine, he delivered two clutch birdies and closed with a 68. At 21-under par, he finished two shots
clear of Akshay Bhatia. In his rookie season, Nico was a PGA Tour champion. He had done what no one
else in his family had done. The youngest brother had become the first Echavarría to win on the
PGA Tour. For Colombian golf, it was a milestone. But golf rarely follows a straight path. After
his Puerto Rico triumph, Nico hit turbulence. Missed cuts piled up. Critics asked if it
had been a fluke. Even supporters wondered if he’d fade back into obscurity. But Nico
had been doubted before. This was nothing new. In 2024, at the Zozo Championship in Japan,
he silenced those doubts. Entering the final round with a 54-hole lead, he faced pressure
from stars like Justin Thomas. For many, that kind of spotlight is paralyzing. But
not Nico. He steadied himself shot by shot. On the 18th hole, he stood over a 37-inch birdie
putt with the title on the line. He buried it. His 20-under total set a new tournament record. His
second PGA Tour win wasn’t luck — it was proof. What makes his career so remarkable isn’t
just the wins, but the way they came. In his first 58 PGA Tour starts, he made 23 cuts.
Just two top-10 finishes. Both of them wins. Most players pile up close calls before breaking
through. Nico skipped that step. When he contends, he doesn’t just hang around. He finishes the
job. He’s also two-for-two when holding a 54-hole lead — a perfect record under Sunday pressure. By
2024, his career earnings had already passed $3.6 million, most of it from those two
magical weeks. Feast or famine, but when it matters most, Nico delivers.
Through it all, family has remained central. The Echavarría name was already respected thanks
to Andrés and Miguel. They paved the way. They proved Colombian golfers could compete
internationally. But Nico, the youngest, flipped the story. He was the one who carried
the family name into the winner’s circle on the PGA Tour. Not rivalry — legacy. The brothers
supported each other, proud of the shared journey, proud that Nico became the one to make history.
Even champions face heartbreak. In early 2025, Nico nearly captured his third win at the Sony
Open in Hawaii. He battled into a playoff, only to come up short. For some players, that
sting lingers. For Nico, it became fuel. He’s been underestimated his whole life. A playoff
loss wouldn’t break him. It would prepare him. What nobody tells you about chasing the
impossible is that once you achieve it, the next impossible dream feels closer. Nico
Echavarría has already defied expectations: two PGA Tour victories, millions in earnings,
and a perfect record when leading after three rounds. But his story is just beginning. The
majors are still ahead. The global stages are waiting. And the chance to etch his name among
the legends of the game is still in front of him. For the youngest brother, the one who was never
supposed to lead, the script has already been rewritten. And if history is any guide,
when Nico finds himself in position again, he won’t just contend.
He’ll win.
