Watson, Tom

Thomas Sturges Watson began his golf career in 1971 after playing at the
Stanford University graduated with a degree in psychology.
His unique triumphal procession began with the 1974 season of unbroken
lasted on the PGA Tour until 1984.

Due to persistent putting problems, Thomas Sturges Watson was unable to play from the late
1980s no longer hold its brilliant form. However, 10 years later,
at the age of 47 or 49 win 1 tournament each against the noticeably younger competition.
Tom Watson was in the Ryder Cup four times (3 wins, 1 draw) for the USA team.
After that, he once captained the winning team in 1993.
Watson has been allowed to play for the seniors on the Champions Tour since 1999, although he has
Has captured 4 major titles. His first-class duels with Jack Nickolaus at the
Open Championship will not be forgotten. Here he snagged his even more famous colleague the
Title gone at the last moment. It was a particularly emotional day at the 2003 US Open,
as Watson accompanied by his longtime caddie Bruce Edwards a sensational
opening round of 65 shots and it was clear to everyone that this was the farewell of an incurable
sick Edwards would be. Caddy, who had ALS, died aged 49. Tom Watson is currently alive
with his wife, 2 children and 3 stepchildren in Stillwell (Kansas).