January 2024

January 24, 1999, David Duval shoots a 59 to match what is then the best round in PGA Tour history. Duval moves forward from seven strokes off the pace for a one-stroke victory over Steve Pate in the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic.

 

January 17, 1916, the Professional Golfers Association (PGA) was founded by a group of Professionals and leading amateur golfers at the Taplow Club in New York City.

 

January 1, 1938, the 14-club limit imposed by the Rules of Golf became effective. Up until then, players carried as many as they wanted.

 

Happy New Year! May your golf game be a source of pleasure in 2024.