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Peter Oosterhuis, Renowned Golfer and Broadcaster, Dies at 75

Peter Oosterhuis, celebrated for his Ryder Cup performances and broadcasting career, passed away one day before his 76th birthday.

  • Peter Oosterhuis, a key figure in golf both as a player and broadcaster, died at age 75.
  • Oosterhuis was known for his Ryder Cup heroics and as a voice of golf on CBS Sports.
  • He won the European Tour's Order of Merit four times and recorded a PGA Tour victory at the Canadian Open in 1981.
  • Despite never winning a major, Oosterhuis was a two-time runner-up at the Open Championship and had notable performances in other majors.
  • He retired from broadcasting in 2014 due to early onset Alzheimer’s disease, after a distinguished career in sports media.
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