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Lucas Glover

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Lucas Glover is an American professional golfer from Greenville, South Carolina, born on 12 November 1979, who plays on the PGA Tour. He learned the game from his grandfather as a small child, became a three-time high school All-American and played college golf at Clemson University, where he was a first-team All-American in 2000 and 2001. After turning professional in 2001 he earned his tour card through the Nationwide Tour. He is best known for his surprise victory at the 2009 U.S. Open at Bethpage Black, which made him the first Clemson graduate and the first native South Carolinian to win a major championship. He has also won on the PGA Tour in 2005, 2011, 2021 and 2023, and played on United States Presidents Cup teams.

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Lucas Hendley Glover (born November 12, 1979) is an American professional golfer who currently plays on the PGA Tour.
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    Lucas Hendley Glover (born November 12, 1979) is an American professional golfer who currently plays on the PGA Tour.
  • Competed In: PGA Championship, Continued PGA Tour career
    In August, Glover finished 5th at the PGA Championship.
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