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Payne Stewart began playing golf at age four, learning from his father, William, a former Missouri State Amateur champion who qualified for the 1955 U.S. Open at the Olympic Club. Bill recognized his son's natural talent and coached and encouraged his son more than anyone else. He also taught him an appreciation for the game's etiquette and traditions. To Bill's delight, Payne's love of the game soon rivaled that of his father. Stewart played collegiately at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, where he was co-champion of the Southwest Conference in 1979. After earning his degree the Missouri native turned professional later that year but failed to earn a PGA TOUR card at Qualifying School. With nowhere else to play, he ventured off to compete on the Asian Tour for two years -- winning twice. In 1982, Stewart finally received his TOUR card and won the first of his 11 TOUR events with his father in the gallery. The victory was a milestone in his career, but grew in importance when it turned out to be the only time his father would see him win. Bill Stewart, Payne's biggest fan and largest influence on his game, died of cancer in 1985. In 1991 he showed his fiery spirit again and rallied twice from two strokes down with three holes left, once to force a playoff and the next day to capture the 1991 U.S. Open in an 18-hole playoff against Scott Simpson. He had always dreamed of winning his country's national championship as a special tribute to his father who had loved the event.   

Payne Stewart, representing his memorable U.S. Open win. Beautifully framed 3" Mahogany frame as shown together with famous 16 x 20 photo. Authentication Letter by PSA Authentication Services on back.

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