Norman Drew

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A photograph of Norman Drew at a young age
A photograph of Norman Drew at a young age
For other persons of the same name, see Norman Drew (disambiguation).

Norman Drew (born in Belfast on 25 May 1932) is a well known Irish golfer who started his golfing career at Balmoral Golf Club, Belfast, Northern Ireland where from a young age he was renowned for his short game. Drew turned professional in 1954.

Drew played in the 1959 Ryder Cup at Eldorado Country Club in the U.S. where is was the youngster of the team. During the 1959 Ryder Cup he made history by becoming the first player to gain representative honours at the Walker Cup, Ryder Cup and Canada (World) Cup level. Drew also holds an unbeaten record in the Ryder Cup having drawn his only match against Doug Ford, who had won both the U.S. Open and the U.S. Masters.

In more recent years Drew has competed in the European Seniors Tour between 1992 and 1996.

Drew married his wife Valerie in 1958. They have two children, Heather and Gordon. Gordon Drew is also a professional Golfer at Donagahdee Golf Club, County Down, Northern Ireland

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NAME Drew, Norman
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SHORT DESCRIPTION professional golfer
DATE OF BIRTH 1932-5-25
PLACE OF BIRTH Belfast
DATE OF DEATH
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