Jack Burke Jr., the oldest living Masters champion, died in Houston on Friday morning at 100 years old. Burke’s passing was confirmed by CEO and president of the Houston Golf Association, Steve Timms, who spoke with Burke’s wife. A member of the World Golf Hall of Fame, Burke was a two-time major champion who also won the PGA Championship in 1956 – the same year he won The Masters. While he was playing, Burke was also creating his own golf course, partnering with Jimmy Demaret to open Champion Golf Club in Houston. He also received the PGA Tour Lifetime Achievement Award in 2003.

Source: Fox News January 20, 2024 07:36 UTC