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Facts

Also Known As Old Tom
Born June 17, 1821 or June 26, 1821 • St. Andrews • Scotland
Died May 1908 • St. Andrews • Scotland
Awards And Honors British Open (1867) • British Open (1864) • British Open (1862) • British Open (1861)

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Thomas Morris, Jr.
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Scottie Scheffler follows through on his tee shot, wearing a light peach shirt and white cap, with spectators blurred in the background at the 2024 Masters Tournament.
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Arnold Palmer
Arnold Palmer
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Padraig Harrington
Padraig Harrington
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Sam Snead.
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Nick Price
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Jack Nicklaus
Jack Nicklaus
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Seve Ballesteros
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