JOHN JACOBS OBE [jacobs17-321776.jpg]

19-05-2010 European Tour 2010, BMW PGA Championship, Wentworth Club, Virginia Water, Surrey, England. 20-23 May. Two winners Maarten Lafeber of Holland won in 2003 in Hilversum and John Jacobs OBE (founder of the European Tour) in 1957. R&A STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF JOHN JACOBS OBE Martin Slumbers, Chief Executive of The R&A, said: "We are deeply saddened by the passing of John Jacobs and our heartfelt condolences are extended to his family. "JohnÕs outstanding contribution to golf over a lifetime will leave an indelible mark on the game. He was widely respected as a founding father of the European Tour and was a proud Honorary Member of The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews. John was a tremendously engaging character and the world of golf has lost a leading light today."

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