Ben Hogan

About

Ben Hogan was an American professional golfer widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time. Born on August 13, 1912, in Dublin, Texas, Hogan began his golfing career as a caddy and later turned pro in 1932. He won 68 PGA Tour events, including nine major championships, and was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 1974. Hogan's impressive career was marked by his consistent accuracy, strong short game, and ability to perform under pressure. Hogan's most notable achievements include his "Slammin' Sammy" victory at the 1948 U.S. Open, where he won by a record 12 strokes, and his comeback from a near-fatal car accident in 1949, which left him with a broken pelvis, collarbone, and ankle. Hogan's remarkable recovery and subsequent victories earned him the nickname "The Hawk" and cemented his status as a golfing legend. Despite his untimely death in 1997, Ben Hogan's legacy continues to inspire and influence golfers around the world, solidifying his place as one of the greatest golfers in history.