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“Whatever happens on the golf course is OK, because if I put the ball in trouble I know that I have the skills to get it out of trouble and back into play.”

Quote by Walter Hagen

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Walter Hagen was a legendary American golfer whose career spanned over four decades and included numerous victories. Born on December 21, 1892, and passing away on October 6, 1969, Hagen was one of the first golfers to achieve international fame. He won the PGA Championship five times and the U.S. Open three times, among other titles. more

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