Grew up in Barrika, Spain and is a loyal supporter of the Athletic Club Bilbao. Participated in sports and activities such as soccer, canoeing, jai alai and kung fu as a child before focusing on golf.

Met his wife, Kelley, while the two were students at Arizona State University. Kelley was a javelin thrower for the track and field team.

Proposed to Kelley during a hike at Torrey Pines Preserve in 2018. Earned his first PGA TOUR title (2017 Farmers Insurance Open) and first major championship victory (2021 U.S. Open) at Torrey Pines Golf Course.

His favorite player and inspiration was Seve Ballesteros.