Lee Elder (1934–2021), first black golfer to play in the Masters

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Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player as an honorary starter at Augusta National Elder, who made his Masters debut in 1975 and recorded a best finish of joint 17th in 1979, was not well enough to hit a ceremonial drive but was warmly applauded after being introduced to the spectators by Masters chairman Fred Ridley. It was a fitting start to a historic day.

Lee Elder, who was the first Black golfer to play in the Masters tournament, has sadly passed away at the age of 87.

Lee Elder, who broke down racial barriers as the first Black golfer to play in the Masters and paved the way for Tiger Woods and others to follow, has died at the age of 87.

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