Jack Busson
John Joseph Busson (2 November 1910 – 1 February 1989) was an English professional golfer. He played in the 1935 Ryder Cup.
| Jack Busson | |
|---|---|
| Personal information | |
| Full name | John Joseph Busson |
| Born | 2 November 1910 Hinckley, Leicestershire |
| Died | 1 February 1989 (aged 78) Tadworth, Surrey |
| Sporting nationality | England |
| Career | |
| Status | Professional |
| Professional wins | 4 |
| Best results in major championships | |
| Masters Tournament | DNP |
| PGA Championship | DNP |
| U.S. Open | DNP |
| The Open Championship | T4: 1938 |
He was a professional at Huddersfield and then at Pannal, Harrogate. In 1934, at the age of 23 he won the News of the World Match Play £1,040 tournament at Walton Heath. He beat Charles Whitcombe 2 up in the final and took the first prize of £300 and a large gold medal.
His older brother, Harry Busson (1907–1993), was also a professional golfer and was a well-known club maker.
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