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1987
John Richardson, 66, of Laguna Niguel, California, defeated
James Kite, Jr., of Wolftown, Virginia, 5 and 4, at Saucon
Valley Country Club, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Richardson also
was the medalist, shooting three-over-par 145 and becoming
the first golfer to win the medal and the championship in
the same year since Ed Updegraff in 1981.
Despite his impressive play, Richardson was tested often
on his way to the championship. He trailed 1982 champion Alton
Duhon by two holes through 13 before coming back to win on
the 19th. He later defeated 1986 runner-up John Harbottle
and three-time champion Lew Oehmig.
Kite, a lefthander, was stretched to the 17th hole or further
in each of his first four matches. His most decisive victory
came in the semi-finals where he ousted George Holland, 6
and 5.
In the final, Richardson played superbly and held a 4-up
advantage through nine holes. A birdie at the 12th increased
the margin to five holes and Richardson held that lead for
a 5-and 4-victory. The USGA accepted 1,465 entries for the
championship. |
