Matches through 2003
| Year | Players | Location | Course |
| 2003 | Fred Couples vs. Michael Campbell | Matauri Bay, Northland, New Zealand | Kauri Cliffs |
| 2002 | Gary Player vs. Tom Weiskopf | Galena, Ohio | Double Eagle Club |
| 2002 | Phil Mickelson vs. David Toms | Brooksville, Florida | World Woods Golf Club |
| 2002 | Fred Couples vs. Mark Calcavecchia | Carmel, California | The Preserve Golf Club |
What happened to Shell's Wonderful World of Golf?
It was a part of the tradition of "challenge matches" between pairs of professional golfers, which were the earliest form of professional golf competition, but have now been almost entirely replaced by large field tournaments.
What year did Shell's Wonderful World of Golf start?
1961One of the real treasures of televised golf is Shell's Wonderful World of Golf. Created in 1961 to showcase some of the world's best golfers on the most picturesque golf courses, it is one my favorite YouTube viewing pleasures.
When was Arnold Palmer born?
September 10, 1929Arnold Palmer / Date of birthOn September 10, 1929, in Youngstown, Pa., the world was graced with one of history's greatest and most popular golf legends when Arnold Daniel Palmer was born. The oldest of four children, Palmer grew up in the small steel town of Latrobe, Pa., where his father, Milfred J.
Storyline
SHELL's WONDERFUL WORLD of GOLF was a series of challenge matches between pairs of professional golfers, and occasionally between a trio of golfers.
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It is awesome watching these old golf matches featuring golfers who are now either dead or too old to play any more. It is interesting seeing how the game has changed over the years and seeing these golfing legends in their prime.
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By what name was Shell's Wonderful World of Golf (1963) officially released in India in English?
Who is the golfer in the episode "The Showdown"?
Macdonald designed this gem in Bermuda and it features many of his great template holes. The showdown in this episode is between Peter Alliss and Tony Lema. Alliss a member of the World Golf Hall of Fame and veteran Ryder Cup player, while Lema won the 1964 Open Championship at St. Andrews.
How long after Ballesteros won the Open?
This episode takes place 11 years after Ballesteros won the Open at St. Andrews, and two years after Azinger won his only major at Inverness. Many of the Shell’s matches are somewhat lighthearted, but you can tell these two really want to win. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device.
Who is the first swing student?
Hogan, winner of nine majors and the career grand slam, might be the first true student of the art of the swing. A Texas native, it’s fitting to watch him tee it up in the Lone Star State. He goes up against another legend and swing genius, Sam Snead. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device.
