On April 29, 2015, Calvin Peete, the most successful Black golfer on the PGA Tour before Tiger Woods, passed away at the age of 71. Despite picking up golf at the relatively late age of 23, Peete rose to prominence in the 1980s, winning 12 PGA Tour events. Known for his extraordinary accuracy and calm demeanor under pressure, Peete broke racial barriers in professional golf during a time when the sport offered few opportunities for African Americans. His career peaked with a victory at The Players Championship in 1985, one of the most prestigious non-major tournaments. Peete’s legacy helped pave the way for greater diversity in golf.
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