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The Four Masters
Photograph of the Four Masters of early 20th-century golf - George Duncan, J H Taylor, Harry Vardon and James Braid, in April 1914.
1940
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Braid Competitors Duncan Golf Golfers Harry Masters Oct18 Players Sportsmen Taylor Vardon
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This evocative photograph captures a historic moment in the annals of golf history, featuring the Four Masters of the game in April 1914. The image, taken just before the outbreak of World War I, showcases George Duncan, J.H. Taylor, Harry Vardon, and James Braid, who were the dominant figures in professional golf during that era. At the time, golf was rapidly gaining popularity in Britain and beyond, and these four players were at the forefront of the sport's evolution. George Duncan, a Scottish golfer, was known for his powerful drives and precise iron play. J.H. Taylor, an Englishman, held the record for the most Open Championship titles with a total of 14. Harry Vardon, also from Jersey, was renowned for his exceptional putting skills and won the Open Championship a record six times. James Braid, another Scot, was a versatile player and an innovative course designer, with a total of five Open Championship titles to his name. The Four Masters, as they came to be known, represented the pinnacle of golfing excellence during the early 20th century. Their influence on the game extended beyond their individual achievements, as they helped to establish the Professional Golfers' Association and set new standards for professionalism and sportsmanship. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era in golf and sports history, a time when these four great players graced the fairways and greens with their skill and dedication. The looming shadow of World War I, which would soon engulf Europe and the world, adds an air of melancholy to the image, making it all the more significant and evocative.
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