Jimmy Demaret
Professional golfer and Masters champion
Born
Died
1983
43 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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This individual was a professional golfer who achieved significant success during the 1940s and 1950s. Won three Masters Tournaments in 1940, 1947, and 1950, establishing a reputation as one of the sport's early stars. Demaret was one of the first athletes to break into the world of professional golf, contributing to the growth of the sport's popularity. He played an influential role in golf's evolution with a charismatic personality both on and off the course.
Won three Masters Tournaments
First golfer to win the Masters in successive decades
Pioneered the use of color television in golf broadcasting
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