His maiden European Tour win came in just his fourth start, as an Affiliate Member at the 2006 Russian Open.

Won his second European Tour title in emphatic fashion at the 2014 Trophée Hassan II, finishing five shots clear of the field.

Was NCAA champion in 2003 during a stellar amateur career at Arizona State University in America.

His father José Maria played in four Ryder Cup teams (1981, 83, 85, 89) and was part of two winning World Cup teams.