Byron Nelson passes away
The man is a legend down here in Texas and throughout the golf world. I've read different reports of exacty how old he was (this link headlines he was 94, then says he was 92 in the story, and I've seen 96 on another site), but the birthdate I find most of the time is Feb 1912.
A great man known for a lot of charity work over the years, and one helluva' golfer. Condolences to his family and close friends.
A great man known for a lot of charity work over the years, and one helluva' golfer. Condolences to his family and close friends.
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ESPN.com news services
DALLAS -- Professional golfer Byron Nelson, who had the greatest year in the history of professional golf when he won 18 tournaments in 1945, including 11 in a record row, died Tuesday. He was 92.
Known as "Lord Byron" because of his elegant swing and gentle manner, Nelson won 31 of 54 tournaments in 1944-45 then at the age of 34 retired after the 1946 season to spend more time on his Texas ranch.
Nelson died at his home around noon, a family friend told the Dallas Morning News.
The namesake of the Byron Nelson Classic, Nelson was joined by Tiger Woods at fifth on the all-time career victory list with 52 wins.
ESPN.com news services
DALLAS -- Professional golfer Byron Nelson, who had the greatest year in the history of professional golf when he won 18 tournaments in 1945, including 11 in a record row, died Tuesday. He was 92.
Known as "Lord Byron" because of his elegant swing and gentle manner, Nelson won 31 of 54 tournaments in 1944-45 then at the age of 34 retired after the 1946 season to spend more time on his Texas ranch.
Nelson died at his home around noon, a family friend told the Dallas Morning News.
The namesake of the Byron Nelson Classic, Nelson was joined by Tiger Woods at fifth on the all-time career victory list with 52 wins.
