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Dick Hart

1935 – 2013

American professional golfer

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About Dick Hart

Lived 1935 – 2013 (aged 77). Dick Hart was an American golfer.

Richard Byrd Hart (October 20, 1935 – April 10, 2013) was an American professional golfer who played on the PGA Tour in the 1960s.

Career At the 1963 PGA Championship, Hart led after both 18 and 36 holes (66 & 72) but faded in the third and fourth rounds (76 & 74) to finish the tournament at T-17 — his best finish in a major championship.

Hart's one tour victory came at the 1965 Azalea Open Invitational. He defeated Phil Rodgers on the eighth hole of a sudden death playoff. The playoff remains one of the longest in PGA Tour history.

A 43-year club pro at Hinsdale Golf Club in Hinsdale, Illinois.

Personal life In 2013, Hart died in Covington, Louisiana.

Awards and honors In 1990, Hart was inducted into the Illinois Golf Hall of Fame.

Other wins (5) 1963 Illinois PGA Championship 1964 Illinois Open 1966 Illinois PGA Championship 1969 Illinois Open 1971 Illinois Open

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Important facts

Born
20 October 1935, Salem
Birth century
20th century
Died
10 April 2013
Occupation
Golfer
Nationality
United States
Also known as
Richard Byrd Hart

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Dick Hart?

American professional golfer

When was Dick Hart born?

Dick Hart was born on 20 October 1935 in Salem.

When did Dick Hart die?

Dick Hart died on 10 April 2013.

What was Dick Hart's occupation?

Dick Hart was a golfer.

What nationality was Dick Hart?

Dick Hart was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Dick Hart

· Wikidata: Q5272986

· DBpedia: Dick Hart (golfer)

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