In the Wake of Tumultuous Times in Golf, a Former Masters Champion and Ex-Convict Eyes His Redemption

Former U.S. Open and Masters champion Angel Cabrera will be freed from prison today on parole. The 53-year-old golfer had been serving concurrent terms for domestic violence and other lesser offenses while incarcerated in a low-security facility close to Cordoba for the previous seven months. He had been dealing with legal issues since 2016, when his ex-wife, Silva Rivadero, and two ex-girlfriends, Micaela Escudero and Cecilia Torres Mana, accused him of physical abuse and verbal threats.

Cabrera’s legal troubles have undoubtedly damaged his reputation; however, he’s now eyeing a comeback. And not just in society; the former golf pro is looking for a chance at redemption in both his life and the sport he once so dearly adored!

The former Masters victor’s quest for redemption

Cabrera didn’t give interviews, hold press conferences, or make any public statements while being freed on parole. As per his longtime manager, Manuel Tagle’s interaction with Golf Diegest, the former golf star stated that he preferred to concentrate on starting over, reuniting with his family, and entering a new era.

Yamila Alvarez, the former golf champion’s partner, was there to pick him up from prison, and it is anticipated that they would travel back home together. Due to his legal issues, Cabrera has spent more than 30 months in prison throughout the years, mostly in Brazil and Argentina.

Cabrera acknowledged having a drinking problem during his second trial, which he feels contributed to his misbehavior. Surprisingly, he admitted that his experience in jail had made him a better person. Cabrera, who spoke to the local press sometime ago, said, “Many say prison is bad, but it’s not the case; prison has done me good.”

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Angel Cabrera is unwavering in his pursuit of a return despite the uncertainty surrounding golf’s future, particularly the probable PGA Tour-LIV golf merger. His steadfast resolve demonstrates genuine resiliency and love for the sport.

Once he is fully discharged, Cabrera intends to restart his golf career, according to his longtime instructor, Charlie Epps. Epps told the Sydney Morning Herald in a statement, “It’s been a rough go. He’s weathered the storm, and it’s taught him a couple of very important lessons. He’s admitted that. He wants to continue his golf career, the good Lord willing. We’re just waiting for him to come home.” 

As the former Masters winner moves toward his road to atonement, it is unclear how his tale will pan out. His current priorities are reuniting with his family and looking for a new beginning after going through turbulent circumstances. However, the golf world will certainly hope that it isn’t the last he’s heard off; after all, he did leave behind quite a great legacy on the course!

Cabrera’s golf legacy: A journey of triumphs and near misses

Throughout his career, Cabrera has made major strides in golf. He won three PGA Tour events, including two major championships. Notably, he defeated Kenny Perry to win the coveted Masters championship in 2009 and take home the green jacket. By winning the 2007 U.S. Open, he became the first South American to win an American major, further cementing his legacy in the sport of golf.

In 2013, he came agonizingly close to winning a second Masters championship but fell to Adam Scott in a playoff. A year later, he grabbed his final Tour win at the Greenbrier Classic and has since failed to come close to taking home the title. However, his love for golf was absolute. Amid his legal woes, too, Cabrera continued to play golf, even competing on the PGA Tour Champions in 2019 and 2020.

Cabrera now looks to get back on the course once he gets his affairs in order, but do you think he will ever play on the Tour again? And should we be allowed to? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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