On May 4 in golf history — 1947: Jimmy Demaret's Masters mastery, plus 5 more moments from 1925–2014.
Macdonald Smith, born in Carnoustie, was one of three Scottish Smith brothers to win on tour; he captured 24 PGA Tour titles but famously never won a major despite numerous near misses.
Macdonald SmithJimmy Demaret became the first three-time Masters champion across his 1940, 1947 and 1950 victories, blending colorful style with a smooth swing that made him a fan favorite.
Jimmy DemaretJack Nicklaus holed a 40-foot birdie putt on the 16th and held off Johnny Miller and Tom Weiskopf by one shot to win the 1975 Masters, widely regarded as one of the greatest ever played.
Jack NicklausTom Watson, the dominant player of the era, added another PGA Tour title in 1980 on his way to a third straight money title and Player of the Year honors.
Tom WatsonRory McIlroy, a five-time major champion who completed the career Grand Slam at the 2025 Masters, was born on this day in Holywood, County Down, Northern Ireland.
Rory McIlroyJ.B. Holmes won the Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow, completing a comeback after major neck surgery for an emotional return to the winner's circle.