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Lee Elder was an American professional golfer who broke a racial barrier in 1975 by becoming the first Black player to compete in the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. He won four PGA Tour events and later played in the 1979 Ryder Cup, becoming the first Black golfer to represent the United States in that competition. Elder's career is studied in the context of golf's integration and the limited access that Black players faced in elite professional golf.
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What barrier did Lee Elder break in golf?
Lee Elder became the first Black player to compete in the Masters Tournament in 1975. He played at Augusta National Golf Club.
How many PGA Tour events did Lee Elder win?
Lee Elder won four PGA Tour events. His career also included a historic appearance at the Masters and a later Ryder Cup selection.
When did Lee Elder first play in the Masters?
Elder first competed in the Masters in 1975. That appearance made him the first Black player to play in the tournament at Augusta National.
What was significant about Lee Elder's 1979 Ryder Cup appearance?
Lee Elder played in the 1979 Ryder Cup and became the first Black golfer selected for the event. His selection followed a career that included four PGA Tour victories.
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