Francis Ouimet

Francis Ouimet

Francis DeSales Ouimet (May 8, 1893 – September 2, 1967) was an American golfer, who is frequently referred to as the "father of amateur golf" in the United States. He won the 1913 U.S. Open, and was the first American elected Captain of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews. He was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 1974.

Read more about Francis Ouimet:  Early Life, Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund, Depictions, Personal, Tournament Wins (26), U.S. National Team Appearances, Further Reading

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