Born near Waxahachie, Texas, Byron Nelson was the son of Madge Allen Nelson (1893-1992) and John Byron Nelson Sr. (1889-1965). Soon after his baptism at age 12, he started caddying at Glen Garden Country Club. Nelson said, "I knew nothing about caddying at first, but it wasn't difficult to learn. The other caddies, though, didn't like to see any new ones, because that might mean they wouldn't get a job sometime." Interesting isn't it. Read more regarding the legendary golfer Byron Nelson in this post.

Byron Nelson Golf

John Byron Nelson Jr. (February 4, 1912 – September 26, 2006) was an American professional golfer between 1935 and 1946, widely considered one of the greatest golfers of all time.

He retired officially at the age of 34 to be a rancher, later becoming a commentator and lending his name to the Byron Nelson Classic, the first PGA Tour event to be named for a professional golfer.

Personal Details

Full NameJohn Byron Nelson Jr.
BornFebruary 4, 1912
Waxahachie, Texas, U.S.
DiedSeptember 26, 2006 (aged 94)
Roanoke, Texas, U.S.
Height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
SpouseLouise Shofner Nelson (1913–1985)
(m. 1934–1985)
Peggy Simmons Nelson (b. 1944)
(m. 1986–2006)
Turned Professional1932
Retired1946
Professional Wins64

Byron Nelson Golf Tournament History

PGA Tour52 (6th All-Time)
Other12

Best Results in Major Championships

Masters TournamentWon19371942
PGA ChampionshipWon19401945
U.S. OpenWon1939
The Open Championship5th: 1937

Byron Nelson Net Worth

Byron is one of the richest Golfer & listed as the most popular Golfer. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Byron Nelson's net worth is approximately $1.5 Million. Most of his earnings were through winning major golf championships.

In his career, Nelson won 52 professional events, and, along with McSpaden, was one of golf's "Gold Dust Twins". Nelson won the Vardon Trophy in 1939. He played on two Ryder Cup teams, in 1937 and 1947, and was a non-playing captain in 1965. After 1946, Nelson curtailed his schedule, although he continued to make regular appearances at The Masters as a competitor, played occasional Tour events, appeared in a few overseas tournaments, and later served as a ceremonial starter for many years.

Achievements & Awards

World Golf Hall of Fame1974
Vardon Trophy1939
PGA Tour
leading money winner
1944, 1945
Associated Press
Male Athlete of the Year
1944, 1945
Bob Jones Award1974
PGA Tour Lifetime
Achievement Award
1997
Payne Stewart Award2000
Congressional Gold Medal2006

Summary

The legendary golfer Byron Nelson has lived his life to the max. His achievements & his golf journey are extremely inspiring for everyone, especially those playing golf. He has proven that with consistency & persistency we are able to achieve wonders in our lifetime. He will forever live in our hearts and continue to inspire future generations. Many golfers aspire to be like him and will sure do one day. Hope this post did justice to your time and cheers to more golf!