Fred Hawkins
American golfer with professional titles
Born
September 3rd, 1923
102 years ago
Died
December 6th, 2014
10 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional golfer with a career spanning several decades, achieved considerable success on the PGA Tour. Major championship participation included the Masters Tournament and the U.S. Open, where strong performances were recorded. Inducted into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame for contributions to the sport. Also, played on the Senior PGA Tour in later years, further showcasing competitive prowess in golf.
Achieved multiple top-10 finishes in major tournaments
Won several PGA Tour events during the 1950s
Inducted into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
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