Davis Love Jr.

Davis Milton Love Jr. (September 19, 1935 – November 14, 1988) was an American professional golfer. He finished tied for sixth place in the 1969 Open Championship and was the father of tour pro Davis Love III.

Davis Love Jr.
Personal information
Full nameDavis Milton Love Jr.
Born(1935-09-19)September 19, 1935
DiedNovember 14, 1988(1988-11-14) (aged 53)
Sporting nationality United States
SpousePenta Burgin Love
ChildrenDavis III, Mark
Career
CollegeUniversity of Texas
StatusProfessional
Professional wins4
Best results in major championships
Masters TournamentT34: 1964
PGA ChampionshipT55: 1967
U.S. OpenT14: 1963
The Open ChampionshipT6: 1969

Love played college golf at the University of Texas in Austin under head coach Harvey Penick and spent most of his professional career as a golf pro and teaching professional.

Love was among four killed in a private plane crash while approaching Jacksonville International Airport through fog. He was inducted into the Georgia Golf Hall of Fame in 1991.

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