Dick Metz
Richard C. Metz (May 29, 1908 – May 5, 1993) was an American professional golfer.
| Dick Metz | |
|---|---|
Metz, circa 1947 | |
| Personal information | |
| Full name | Richard C. Metz |
| Born | May 29, 1908 Arkansas City, Kansas |
| Died | May 5, 1993 (aged 84) Arkansas City, Kansas |
| Sporting nationality | United States |
| Career | |
| Turned professional | 1927 |
| Former tour(s) | PGA Tour |
| Professional wins | 14 |
| Number of wins by tour | |
| PGA Tour | 10 |
| Other | 4 |
| Best results in major championships | |
| Masters Tournament | T8: 1938, 1947 |
| PGA Championship | T3: 1939 |
| U.S. Open | 2nd: 1938 |
| The Open Championship | DNP |
Metz won 10 times on the PGA Tour in the 1930s and 1940s. He had continued success as a senior golfer winning the Senior PGA Championship and World Seniors Championship in 1960.
Metz married actress Jean Chatburn on November 2, 1939. He was also a cattle rancher from the 1950s until his death. He was born and died in Arkansas City, Kansas.
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