Wild Bill Mehlhorn

Article Abstract:

Bill Mehlhorn was an accomplished professional golfer in the 1920s, but he became a notoriously inept putter in the following decade. After retiring from competition he taught a swing technique based on muscle relaxation.

Mehlhorn, Bill

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Young Tom Morris

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Tom Morris Jr won the British Open in 1868 at the age of 17, and followed this feat with victories in 1869, 1870 and 1872. Morris died at the age of 24 following the death of his young wife and son.

Morris, Tom, Jr.

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Last stand

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Harry Cooper was best known for his bad luck at the US Open tournaments, particularly the 1936 Open. He beat the Open record by two strokes but still lost to Tony Manero.

Competitions, United States Open (Golf), Cooper, Harry

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