Wunderkind is not a name that gets thrown around a lot. But when it does, a huge load of pressure comes with it. So far, Ludvig Åberg seems to be dealing with it quite well. “I guess all I’m trying to do is just embrace all the nerves and all the excitement that I feel and, at the same time, know my capabilities and know my qualities and know that that’s probably going to be good enough to compete.” The former #1 amateur golfer had told before making his major debut in 2024.

The 25-year-old was born in Eslov, Sweden, on 31 October 1999. His dad, Johan Svensson, was a huge golf fan and was the reason the Aberg developed an affinity for the sport. His dad is a regular at the Eslov Golf Club, and he had brought his son along even at a very young age. “He loves the game of golf so much; it has kind of influenced me as well,” the one-time PGA Tour winner recalled.

His dad’s push and Aberg’s love for ice cream, as he was promised that if he stayed on the course for more time, he would change the affinity to passion and that passion into perfection. Aberg’s dad is an occasional fixture at the games his son participates in. He was even present at the 2025 Farmers Insurance Open, where his son raced into a first-round lead. Well, it wasn’t all his father, his mom played an integral role in his journey too.

Mia Aberg is also a constant source of support for him. The one-time PGA Tour winner had started with more interest in soccer than golf, but Mia Aberg saw something in the Swede that screamed potential. “I think the first memory of Ludvig having the potential to become a good golfer was probably when he was around six or seven years old and had kids clinics with other kids his age. The other kids were more interested in smelling flowers and having fun, but Ludvig wanted to practice and play, so he got fairly upset with the other guys for not caring about improving,” Aberg’s mom recalled the early days. At the age of 13, Ludvig Aberg finally decided to concentrate on golf completely, keeping aside his soccer aspirations. He still follows the sport and is a huge supporter of Liverpool FC.

The 25-year-old also has a sister whose name is Linnea Aberg. The duo share a good sibling bond, with Linnea coming to watch and support her younger brother’s games often. The Swede also occasionally returns home, and when he does, he is seen frequently at the Eslov Golf Club, the place where he started as a golfer, practicing his swings. His parents and sister are not the only sources of support for Ludvig Aberg. He has a beautiful girlfriend too. 

Ludvig Aberg’s girlfriend is also an athlete

Olivia Peet was a nationally ranked player in the UK and had made it to the finals of the U16 British Nationals. She is also a graduate of Texas Tech University and it is there that the couple met. Her dad is Chris Peet, a former tennis professional who had played representing England in both singles and doubles. She is no slouch either.

Olivia Peet has won more than 70 matches during her collegiate career and has 115 as her Intercollegiate Tennis Association ranking. The pair was first seen in public at the 2023 Ryder Cup gala dinner in Rome. While Ludvig Aberg keeps his personal life private, Olivia Peet is seen documenting her travels on social media occasionally.

With such a fine circle of support, it is no wonder Ludvig Aberg has the mentality and the fortitude to match the greats in the professional circuit. An illustrious career awaits the Young Swede. Do you think he will take it a step further this season and win a major?