Jim Turnesa
James R. Turnesa (December 9, 1912 – August 27, 1971) was an American professional golfer and winner of the 1952 PGA Championship, beating Chick Harbert 1-up in the match-play final. He was one of seven famous golfing brothers; Phil (1896–1987), Frank (1898–1949), Joe (1901–1991), Mike (1907–2000), Doug (1909–1972), Jim (1912–1971), and Willie (1914–2001). The family was referred to as a "golf dynasty" in a 2000 New York Times article.
| Jim Turnesa | |
|---|---|
Turnesa in 1936 | |
| Personal information | |
| Full name | James R. Turnesa |
| Born | December 9, 1912 New York City, New York |
| Died | August 27, 1971 (aged 58) Elmsford, New York |
| Sporting nationality | United States |
| Career | |
| Turned professional | 1931 |
| Former tour(s) | PGA Tour |
| Professional wins | 11 |
| Number of wins by tour | |
| PGA Tour | 2 |
| Other | 9 |
| Best results in major championships (wins: 1) | |
| Masters Tournament | T4: 1949 |
| PGA Championship | Won: 1952 |
| U.S. Open | 3rd: 1948 |
| The Open Championship | T5: 1954 |
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