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Paul Runyan

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The Resume

    (July 12, 1908-March 17, 2002)
    Born in Hot Springs, Arkansas
    PGA Championship winner (1934, 1938)
    Had 37 professional wins in his career
    Inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame (1990)

Why he might be annoying:

    His name sounds similar to that of Paul Bunyan's.
    His nickname was 'Little Poison.'
    His long game was considered weak, which was in contrast to his short game.
    His pre-game ritual was taking two cold baths a day.
    He took up golf growing up, as a way to avoid doing household chores.

Why he might not be annoying:

    He didn't allow his small stature to deter him from pursuing a career on the golf course.
    He won two PGA Championship titles during the 1930's.
    He worked as a caddie at the golf course in his hometown of Hot Springs, prior to joining the PGA.
    He was described as being a gentleman on and off the course.
    He continued to serve as a golf teacher right up until the day he passed away.

Credit: Ricky


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Year In Review:

    In 2023, Out of 3 Votes: 66.67% Annoying
    In 2022, Out of 4 Votes: 50.0% Annoying