Success in his golfing prime made Sam Snead a star. Longevity helped to build a legend. Snead's fluid but powerful swing seemed effortless, a classic swing that kept him on course well into his 60s.

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Sam Snead finished second four times at the U.S. Open. It's the major he would never win. His most notable snafu came during ...

If winning is the standard for determining excellence, there is no greater player in golf history than Sam Snead. Using a smooth, syrupy swing that looked as natural and effortless as breathing ...

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Nelson played the Open twice — 1937 and 1955 — and his best showing was fifth in 1937. Sam Snead finished second four times at the U.S. Open. It's the major he would never win. His most ...