Jack Burke Jr., Date of Birth, Place of Birth

    

Jack Burke Jr.

professional golfer

Date of Birth: 29-Jan-1923

Place of Birth: Fort Worth, Texas, United States

Profession: golfer

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius


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About Jack Burke Jr.

  • John Joseph Burke Jr.
  • (born January 29, 1923) is an American professional golfer who was most prominent in the 1950s.
  • He first rose to fame with two victories in the 1951 Ryder Cup and was subsequently selected for the 1953, 1955, 1957, and 1959 teams, serving as playing captain in 1957.
  • Burke also served as non-playing captain in the 1973 matches, and as special assistant captain to Hal Sutton in 2004.
  • He won two major titles during his career, both in 1956, the Masters and PGA Championship.

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