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Tom Lehman is an American professional golfer who won the 1996 Open Championship at Royal Lytham & St Annes. He was named PGA Tour Player of the Year for that season and briefly held the top position in the Official World Golf Ranking in 1997. Lehman also represented the United States in the Ryder Cup and later served as captain of the American team for the 2006 competition.
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When did Tom Lehman win the Open Championship?
He won the 1996 Open Championship at Royal Lytham & St Annes in England. Lehman finished ahead of Mark O'Meara and Ernie Els.
Was Tom Lehman PGA Tour Player of the Year?
Yes, he was named PGA Tour Player of the Year for 1996. That award followed his Open Championship victory and several other strong performances that season.
Did Tom Lehman become world number one?
He briefly held the top position in the Official World Golf Ranking in 1997. His time at number one was short, but it placed him among the leading golfers of that era.
Did Tom Lehman play for the United States in the Ryder Cup?
Yes, Lehman represented the United States in the Ryder Cup. He was part of the American team in the 1995, 1997, and 1999 matches.
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