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Alexander Walter Barr "Sandy" Lyle OBE (born 9 February 1958) is a Scottish professional golfer. He has won two major championships during his career. Along with Nick Faldo and Ian Woosnam, he became one of Britain's top golfers during the 1980s.
Apr 2, 2023 · Sandy Lyle, Masters winner in 1988, helped inspire a golden era for European golf and it is fitting he should end his career at Augusta this week, writes Iain Carter.
May 21, 2021 · Learn how Sandy Lyle, the youngest winner of the Brabazon Trophy at 17, became the 1985 Open Champion with a dramatic comeback at Royal St George's. Read his story of talent, temperament and triumph in this player feature.
Apr 8, 2023 · The 1988 Masters champion ended his career with a bogey on the 18th after play was suspended for a second time due to fallen trees. Lyle, who had drunk tequila and whisky the night before, used a replica putter from his victory and thanked the fans for their support.
Apr 5, 2023 · Sandy Lyle says there will be "a lump in my throat" when he walks up the 18th for a final time at Augusta as he ends his career at this week's Masters.
Apr 6, 2023 · Learn how Sandy Lyle became one of European golf’s finest players, winning the Masters in 1988 and the Open in 1985, among other achievements. The Scot will play his final Masters this week after 46 years on the professional tour.
Apr 2, 2023 · Sandy Lyle won The Open in 1985 and became the first British winner of The Masters in 1988 during an impressive Hall of Fame career; Lyle will retire after his appearance at Augusta...
