Ernie Els Autographs
Ernie Els, often referred to as "The Big Easy" due to his towering stature and smooth, effortless swing, is a professional golfer from South Africa who has left an indelible mark on the sport. Born on October 17, 1969, in Johannesburg, Els began playing golf at a young age and quickly displayed remarkable talent. He turned professional in 1989, and his first big break came when he won the 1994 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club, a victory that established him as one of the game's elite players. Over the course of his career, Els would go on to capture a total of four major championships, including another U.S. Open title in 1997 and two British Opens in 2002 and 2012, solidifying his legacy as one of the best golfers of his era.
Els’s style of play, characterized by a fluid swing and exceptional putting skills, garnered him a dedicated fan base, especially in the United States, where he competed regularly on the PGA Tour. His signature performances often came during major tournaments, where his ability to remain calm under pressure made him a formidable opponent. Throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, he held a prominent place in the world golf rankings, even reaching the No. 1 spot for a total of 19 weeks. In addition to his major victories, Els's impressive resume includes over 70 professional tournament wins worldwide, showcasing his consistency and talent across various golf circuits.
Off the course, Els has been a passionate advocate for various charitable causes, particularly in youth development and education through his foundation. He has also been an ambassador for golf globally, promoting the sport in emerging markets, particularly in South Africa. As of 2023, Els continues to be involved in competitive golf and remains a prominent figure in the game, inspiring the next generation of golfers with his remarkable career and philanthropic efforts. In addition to his contributions to the sport, he serves as
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The most expensive item with a signature of Ernie Els (Ernie Els Winner Signed 2002 Open @ Muirfield 2nd Hole Course Used Golf Flag+COA) was sold in April 2025 for $6,504.26 while the cheapest item (ERNIE ELS SIGNED 2012 UPPER DECK SP AUTHENTIC AUTOGRAPHED GOLF TRADING CARD 23) found a new owner for $0.99 in January 2024. The month with the most items sold (24) was July 2012 with an average selling price of $39.98 for an autographed item of Ernie Els. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in April 2025 with $349.25 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $0.99 was March 2012. In average, an autographed item from Ernie Els is worth $30.00.
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Latest News about Ernie Els
Masters Rewind: A look back at 2004 as Phil Mickelson thrills by winning his fir (04/10/2020): The wild Sunday finish involving Ernie Els battling Mickelson down the stretch 
2021 Presidents Cup: Trevor Immelman named international team captain for event (04/07/2020): The former Masters winner will step in for Ernie Els to lead the international team charge 2019 Presidents Cup: Three ways the International Team can pull off the upset in (12/10/2019): How can Ernie Els' boys do the near impossible at the Presidents Cup in Melbourne? 2019 Presidents Cup: Jason Day leads Ernie Els' captain's picks for internationa (11/07/2019): The international roster has been filled out with the United States set to match them on Thursday Els just one stroke back after firing 65 in Dubai (01/26/2019): Ernie Els made seven birdies and an eagle to finish at 7-under 65 on Friday, putting him one shot behind leaders Bryson DeChambeau and Lucas Herbert at the Dubai Desert Classic.
Older News Stories about Ernie Els
‘I’ve got a lot of talent': Can Ernie Els do impossible at Masters? (04/2015): AUGUSTA, Ga. — When Ernie Els entered the media center after posting a 5-under 67 in the first round of the Masters on Thursday, he was reacquainted with familiar surroundings.... Watch: Ernie Els' iron snaps in half after hitting tree at Valspar Championship (03/2015): The bottom half of Ernie Els's iron went flying after he hit a tree on his followthrough Friday at the Valspar Championship. Ernie Els trails co-leaders by one after first round of South African Open (01/2015): Published: Thursday, January 08, 2015 | 2:55 p.m. JOHANNESBURG – Jbe Kruger and Andy Sullivan both shot a 6-under 66 to share the first-round lead at the European Tour's South African Open on Thursday. Ernie Els to make second Abu Dhabi appearance (12/2014): South African will bid to complete career ‘Gulf Swing’ sweep in capital next month Ernie Els shoots 65 to take lead in Hong Kong (10/2014): Ernie Els grabbed control of the Hong Kong Open with a two-stroke lead at the halfway mark by carding a 5-under-par 65 on his birthday Friday. Jim Furyk shares early lead as Ernie Els, Henrik Stenson get in the mix at Barcl (08/2014): PARAMUS, N.J. — Jim Furyk had a 2-under 69 and was part of a three-way tie for the lead midway through the second round at The Barclays. Byron Nelson winner Brendon Todd also had a 69 and Kevin Chappell played […] PGA Tour Canada top-dog Joel Dahmen ready for ATB Financial Classic thanks to Er (07/2014): This is a good indication that Joel Dahmen didn’t look out of place in the company of some of the best golfers on the globe. Ernie Els on highs and lows at Congressional, visiting White House (06/2014): Ernie Els sat down with the media ahead of the opening day at the Quicken Loans National to discuss the past, present and future of golf as he sees it. He also added a story about snacking with President Obama. Els has a mixed history at Congressional Country Club. His ... Four-Time Major Champion, Ernie Els Signs On As Spokesperson for Stable 26 Footw (05/2014): Specialty sock company, Stable 26, is proud to announce four-time major champion, Ernie Els, as their newest supporter. (PRWeb May 29, 2014) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Stable26/ErnieEls/prweb11893875.htm Ernie Els makes a boob of shot and fires ball straight into unsuspecting fan's b (04/2014): SOUTH African Ernie El's had to rush up to a fan and apologise at the Zurich Classic in New Orleans after he misfired a golfing bullet right into a women's breast. Ernie Els latest commitment for 2014 Zurich Classic of New Orleans (03/2014): Els currently ranked 33rd in world, has won four majors Nation+world: Ernie Els and Jason Day reach Match Play Championship semifinals (02/2014): Ernie Els reached the semifinals of the Match Play Championship for the first time in 13 years. Classic Memories: Ernie Els (01/2014): Even by his own elevated standards, Ernie Els’ record in the Omega Dubai Desert Classic is nothing short of astonishing. Between 2002-2008, Els finished inside the top three in every single edition, winning twice (in 2002 and 2005) and finishing runner-up on three occasions. Ernie Els planning to cut his schedule more, says family time more precious (12/2013): Ernie Els says that, with daughter Samantha now 14 and son Ben now 11, "there are other things that come into play." Ernie Els to boycott Dubai in protest at tour demands (11/2013): American golfer has pulled out of DP World Tour Championship starting on November 14 over "farcical" level of demands by European Tour Scott Hend outshines Ernie Els to win Macau Open (10/2013): Johannesburg, Oct 21 (ANI): Australian long hitter Scott Hend has claimed victory at the Macau Open on Sunday as the tournament's star draw Ernie Els had to be content with a third place. Dunhill Links Championship: Ernie Els says winning with dad at his side would be (09/2013): THE big South African - playing alongside dad Neels - put himself in contention yesterday with a stunning 64 at St Andrews to move up to second place on the leaderboard. Ernie Els magic helps secure weekend spot (08/2013): Former world number one Ernie Els needed a moment of magic with his putter to salvage one of the most unusual pars of his career at the Wyndham Championship today. Ernie Els tops South Africa's sport rich list (07/2013): The Sunday Times newspaper says Ernie Els was South Africa's highest-earning sportsman in 2012, making 179 million rand ($18.2 million) last year. Ernie Els celebrates timely triumph in Munich (06/2013): Ernie Els birdied the last hole to secure a narrow victory in the BMW International Open in Munich as he continued his preparations to defend his Open title next month. Ernie Els on long putter: 'I don't think I could have won with a short putter' (05/2013): VIRGINIA WATER, England - Ernie Els would not have won last year's British Open without the aid of a belly putter, the South African four-times major champions said on Wednesday. Golfer Ernie Els, RBC Heritage partner for autism awareness (04/2013): For many PGA Tour players, Ernie Els included, the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing has been a favorite place to decompress after the Masters. Ernie Els pulls out of Tampa Bay Championship (03/2013): Ernie Els will not play at this week's Tampa Bay Championship due to a hip problem Ernie Els Wines atmospheric video (02/2013): Please fill in ALL the fields below - your name, a short heading and then let us have your views in the comment box. Due to the evil of spam we must unfortunately ask you to enter the variety on the left into the box below. Four-time major champion Ernie Els commits to playing in Honda Classic (01/2013): Ernie Els, who became the surprise winner of the 2012 British Open when Adam Scott collapsed down the stretch, has become the latest former major w... Storms halt Ernie Els Sergio Garcia early at season-ending Iskandar Johor Open | (12/2012): Ernie Els got in only three holes Thursday at the Iskandar Johor Open before play was halted midway through the first round. Adam Scott, Keegan Bradley, Ernie Els and Co wait to hear if long putters will b (11/2012): Golfers around the world are waiting to hear if long putters are to be banned - or at least the way many currently use them is banned. Ernie Els leads fight to keep belly putters (10/2012): Golf’s two world governing bodies have been warned they face long and expensive legal battles if, as expected, they outlaw controversial long-handled and belly putters. Ernie Els creates another event to aid autism research, hopes it'll become annua (08/2012): Ernie Els hopes his new event in suburban New York City can pay off both for his foundation and the players. Ernie Els could miss cut for Canadian Open (07/2012): British Open winner finishes day with plus 2, Scott Piercy at 11 under Carol Saunders: Tequesta Country Club embraces Ernie Els Foundation golf get-tog (06/2012): The beautiful Tequesta Country Club did what it does best opened its arms to host a special “Els for Autism Inaugural Night Golf Event” June 8, to celebrate the “Els for Autism Golf Challenge,” founded by PGA pro-golfer Ernie Els, a Jupiter resident. Ernie Els gets hot under the collar at European Tour organisers over Wentworth's (05/2012): Golfer known as the Big Easy launches an expletive-filled rant at officials for not watering the greens at Wentworth. Ernie Els' strong finish should secure Open berth (04/2012): Ernie Els didn't win Sunday outside New Orleans - but he did land a spot in next month's U.S. Open at the Olympic Club. Not a bad consolation prize. Els, who did not qualify for this year's Masters, was in danger of... Ernie Els not feeling pressure at Shell Houston Open, despite needing win for Ma (03/2012): Ernie Els isn't expecting to get into the Masters, and is more focused on building on the strong start to his year. Luke Donald loses to Ernie Els at Accenture Match Play Championship (02/2012): Luke Donald was the biggest casualty on a day when the losses narrowly outweighed the gains for the eleven-strong UK contingent competing in the opening round of the Accenture Match Play Championship. Ernie Els hopeful of resurgence at Torrey Pines (01/2012): Ernie Els was walking to the practice range Wednesday at Torrey Pines when he was stopped by a security guard who has not spent much time around golf tournaments. Ernie Els, Retief Goosen on bubble for 2012 Masters (12/2011): Ernie Els and Retief Goosen enter the 2012 season without any assurances of playing in the Masters. Hennie Otto surges to lead Ernie Els Retief Goosen stumble at South African Open (11/2011): Hennie Otto recorded seven birdies, an eagle and two bogeys in his third-round 65. Ernie Els' putting costs him at Frys.com Open (10/2011): Ernie Els found more frustration in Northern California on Sunday, mostly because his belly putter did not cooperate when it mattered most. Els shot 68 in the final round of the Frys.com Open - enough to linger on the... Local digest: Frys.com Open PGA Tour event adds Ernie Els to commitment list (09/2011): Two-time U.S. Open champ joins Woods, Mediate Ernie Els has hope entering FedEx Cup playoffs (08/2011): Ernie Els sure didn't look to be down in the dumps for someone who has tumbled so far in the Fed Ex Cup. Ernie Els honored by Golf Foundation for his work in aiding growth of junior gol (07/2011): Ernie Els set up his own foundation in South Africa and two of its products have become major champions. Golf: Barclays Scottish Open: Ernie Els back for a treble at Castle Stuart (06/2011): ERNIE ELS last night confirmed he'll be making a Barclays Scottish Open hat-trick bid at Castle Stuart next week. Golf: Colin Montgomerie should be handed US Open invite due to his record in the (05/2011): ERNIE ELS insists Colin Montgomerie should be handed an automatic spot in next month's US Open due to his near-miss record at the event. Ernie Els' golf tournament fund-raisers for autism kick off Sunday at PGA Nation (04/2011): Ernie Els' golf tournament fund-raisers for autism kick off Sunday at PGA National Area Golf Notebook: Tournaments give boost to Ernie Els' charitable efforts (03/2011): Ernie Els' efforts to fund a research and outreach center for autism will receive a boost with a series of 30 tournaments from May to September that will enable both the low scorers and the high fund-raisers to advance to a championship event in Las Vegas. Crowded golf calendar is a 'mess' for Ernie Els (01/2011): For all the miles he has flown and all the trophies he has won on the six major tours around the globe, Ernie Els would seem to be the biggest supporter of a move toward a world golf tour. Ian Wood: Ernie Els makes absence from the course an easy delight (12/2010): Given that the ice ever recedes, I feel I should be in good shape for a return to the golf course. Over the years, I've become convinced that the less I play, the better.
