Cites capturing his first professional victory as his biggest thrill in golf. Lists Champions Tour veteran Vicente Fernandez as his hero. Got his start in golf as a caddie at age 10. Excelled as a youngster while playing as a goalkeeper in soccer. Non golf-related jobs held include bartending.

 He is married and has three kids: Agustina (1995), Nicolás (1998) y Catalina (2004)

His interests outside the golf course include fishing and football (soccer)