David Graham

Professional Golfer, U.S. Open Champion

David Graham - Professional Golfer, U.S. Open Champion
Born

May 23rd, 1946
79 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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This golfer garnered significant success on the PGA Tour during the 1970s and 1980s. Victories include the 1970 U.S. Open and the 1971 PGA Championship. Achieved recognition for consistent performance in major championships and placed in the top ten of the Masters Tournament multiple times. A successful career spanned several decades, and he also participated in various international competitions, contributing to the global appeal of the sport.

Won the 1970 U.S. Open

Won the 1971 PGA Championship

Placed top ten at the Masters multiple times

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