This Day in Golf History: February 27

On this date in 1902, Gene Sarazen was born in Harrison, New York. One of only five career Grand Slam achievers, Sarazen famously made a double eagle in the 1935 Masters and won a playoff to complete the Slam. Sarazen won seven majors, including the Slam after he won the 1935 Masters. He transcended the game from the Vardon to Woods eras. “The Squire” died in 1999.