British Amateur champ Manassero turns pro

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05/03/2010 - Turin, Italy (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Italy's Matteo Manassero, who became the youngest British Amateur champion ever last year, turned professional on Monday in time to make his pro debut at the BMW Italian Open.

After being the youngest ever British Amateur champion at age 16, Manassero will be the second-youngest European Tour member ever. He will be 17 years and 17 days old on Thursday -- nine days older than Seve Ballesteros was when he made his professional debut.

"I feel ready to turn pro and am happy to play my first event as a professional in Italy at the BMW Italian Open," said Manassero. "I am grateful that the Italian Federation and the sponsors have given me the opportunity to start my professional career at home in front of my family and friends and all those who have supported me throughout my amateur career."

The young Italian played alongside Tom Watson and Sergio Garcia at the British Open last year and finished tied for 13th. He was the youngest player to earn low amateur honors in 60 years.

Manassero tied for 36th at the Masters earlier this year for low amateur honors and he became the first British Am winner since Garcia to make the cut at Augusta. Manassero was also the youngest to ever compete at the Masters.

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