Early Years and Education
Elkington was born in Inverell, New South Wales and grew up in Wagga Wagga, New South Wales. He moved to the United States to attend college at the University of Houston, where he played on the golf team. He became the first prominent Australian player to play college golf in the United States. He turned professional in 1985.
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