3 quotes by Calvin Peete (1943-2015), American (Athlete)

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Calvin Peete

Until Lee Elder, the only blacks at the Masters were caddies or waiters. To ask a black man what he feels about the traditions of the Masters is like asking him how he feels about his forefathers who were slaves.

Calvin Peete

The money was going to come and go, between a wife and the IRS. The thrill of beating the best field in golf is what will always stay with me.

Calvin Peete

If it wasn't for golf, I'd probably still be peddling jewelry or be in the sugar mills somewhere.

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Calvin Peete

Born: July 18, 1943
Died: April 29, 2015
Nationality: American
Profession: Athlete

Biography

Calvin Peete was an American professional golfer. He was the most successful African-American to have played on the PGA Tour, with 12 wins, prior to the emergence of Tiger Woods. Peete won the 1985 Tournament Players Championship and finished the season top-5 on the PGA Tour money list three times; 1982, 1983 and 1985. He was ranked in the top 10 players on the McCormack's World Golf Rankings in 1984.

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