Black Golfer at the US Masters
Oct 2, 2013 ·
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In 1975, Lee Elder braved death threats to become the first African-American golfer to play at the prestigious US Masters in Augusta. It was one of the last colour barriers...
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In 1975, Lee Elder braved death threats to become the first African-American golfer to play at the prestigious US Masters in Augusta.
It was one of the last colour barriers in US sport and made him a hero to many black sportsmen - including Tiger Woods.
Lee Elder recalls the tournament for Witness.
PHOTO: Lee Elder playing golf later in life (Getty Images)
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It was one of the last colour barriers in US sport and made him a hero to many black sportsmen - including Tiger Woods.
Lee Elder recalls the tournament for Witness.
PHOTO: Lee Elder playing golf later in life (Getty Images)
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