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Lee Elder

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.

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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.

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