News24.com | Golfing pioneer Lee Elder, who made history at 1975 Masters, dead at 87

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Published 29 Nov 2021

Trailblazing golfer Lee Elder, the first Black player to qualify for the Masters, has died, the PGA Tour announced on Monday. He was 87.

Lee Elder, 1st Black Golfer To Play In Masters, Dies At Age 87

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