Margie Masters, the first Australian woman to play and win on the LPGA and a figure described by the WPGA Tour as “a true legend of Australian Golf” has passed away.
Australian golf writer Karen Harding reported the passing in a tweet on Sunday, saying in part: “Margie was Rookie of the Year 1965 & to a large extent responsible for introduction of the Green Card. A remarkable woman & part of the history of Australian women’s golf. Vale, friend.”
In a separate tweet the WPGA of Australasia said:
“A very sad day for us all. Margie was a pioneer, a champion, a role model, and a true legend of Australian Golf. Our sincerest condolences go out to Margie’s loved ones. May she Rest In Peace.
Karen Harding had previously written a fascinating interview story on Master’s career and life in golf which she kindly allowed ASG to republish in February 2021.
See: The Matter of Margie Masters
Margie Masters, the first Australian woman to play & win on @LPGA Tour has passed away. Margie was Rookie of the Year 1965 & to a large extent responsible for introduction of the Green Card. A remarkable woman & part of the history of Australian women’s golf. Vale, friend. ?????????
— Karen Harding (@karenharding123) October 9, 2022
A very sad day for us all.
Margie was a pioneer, a champion, a role model, and a true legend of Australian Golf.
Our sincerest condolences go out to Margie’s loved ones.
May she Rest In Peace. https://t.co/Cil0loMl2g— WPGA Tour of Australasia (@WPGATour) October 9, 2022
