The hilarious story of how Masters competitor got the nickname 'Fifa'
By Cameron Jourdan, Golfweek••AZCentral
Arizona State golfer 'Fifa' Laopakdee, the first Thai amateur to play at Augusta National, reveals the soccer-inspired story behind his unique name.
AUGUSTA, Ga. Fifa Laopakdee has perhaps the most interesting name of the 2026 Masters. The junior at Arizona State is one of six amateurs teeing it up this week at Augusta National.
He earned his sp…