In 1930, Bobby Jones played Open Qualifying at Wallasey on his path to the Grand Slam. A year later, he became an honorary member.
Wallasey Golf Club marks a significant moment in its storied history, celebrating the anniversary of Bobby Jones’ appearance during the Open Qualifying in 1930. This event was a key step in Jones’ legendary journey to achieving the ‘impregnable quadrilateral’—winning all four major championships in a single year, a feat now known as the Grand Slam.
Bobby Jones and the Grand Slam
Jones’ performance at Wallasey was part of a historic campaign that captivated the golfing world. Chronicled by O.B. Keeler, his journey through the majors remains one of the sport’s most iconic achievements.
A Lasting Bond with Wallasey
The club’s connection with Bobby Jones deepened when he was named an honorary life member in 1931. This gesture reflected the mutual respect between the legendary golfer and Wallasey Golf Club, a relationship still cherished today.
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