Nicolás Echavarría, the Colombian golfer who has been creating ripples in the golfing community since turning pro in 2023, is off to a promising start to the 2025 season. Echavarría, who announced his arrival with a bang by clinching the Puerto Rico Open in his debut season and followed it up with another win at the Zozo Championship in 2024, has a strong foundation that propels him to success.
Born into a family with a rich golfing pedigree in Medellín, Colombia, Echavarría was groomed for the sport from a young age. His father and grandfather, both avid golfers, initiated him into the sport and his brothers, Andrés and Miguel, are also accomplished golfers. Andrés has had victories on the Korn Ferry Tour and PGA Tour Latinoamérica, while Miguel played collegiate golf at the University of Michigan. The Echavarría clan is a testament to the saying that talent runs in the family.
At the heart of Echavarría’s support system is his girlfriend, Claudia De Antonio. Despite maintaining a low-profile relationship, De Antonio’s support for Echavarría is unwavering. Born in Caracas, Venezuela, De Antonio is no stranger to golf. She played competitive golf in high school at the American Heritage School and continued to do so at Louisiana State University while pursuing a marketing degree. De Antonio later earned her Master’s in Business Management and Leadership from the University of Miami. She has also worked as a Golf Marketing Coordinator at Perry Ellis International and co-founded her own golf apparel brand, Papaya y Piña.
On the green, Echavarría’s trusted sidekick is his caddie, Fabián Azcárate. Azcárate’s role is more than just hauling clubs around the course; he is an integral part of Echavarría’s strategy and decision-making process. Azcárate proved his prowess at the Procore Championship by winning the caddie closest-to-the-pin competition, a testament to his golfing skills and understanding of the game. Azcárate’s journey as a caddie is a testament to the Golf Futuro Foundation, which provided him the platform to hone his skills and knowledge of the sport.
Echavarría’s journey to success in the PGA Tour isn’t a solo expedition. He has an unparalleled support system in his family, girlfriend, and caddie, who contribute to his development as a golfer. With Azcárate by his side making strategic calls, and a strong support system off the course, Echavarría’s future in the PGA Tour appears to be on an upward trajectory.
