Lee Elder
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Robert Lee Elder (July 14, 1934 – November 28, 2021) was an American professional golfer. In 1975, he became the first black golfer to play in the Masters Tournament. Elder was invited to the tournament after he won the 1974 Monsanto Open.
Robert Lee Elder (July 14, 1934 – November 28, 2021) was an American professional golfer. In 1975, he became the first black golfer to play in the Masters Tournament. Elder was invited to the tournament after he won the 1974 Monsanto Open.
Early life
In 1934, Elder was born in Dallas, Texas. He is the son of Charles and Almeta Elder. Elder was one of ten children. He was nine years old when his father was killed in Germany during World War II and his mother died three months later. At the age of 12, Elder found himself moving from one ghetto to another before being sent to Los Angeles, California to live with his aunt. Elder frequently cut classes to work as a caddie and after two years at Manual Arts High School he dropped out.
Professional wins (16)
PGA Tour wins (4)
PGA Tour playoff record (2–2)
Other wins (2)
1971 Nigerian Open 1984 Jamaica Open
Senior PGA Tour wins (8)
- Note: Tournament shortened to 36 holes due to rain. Senior PGA Tour playoff record (3–0)
External links
Profile at afrogolf.com
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