Doug Ford wins 1955 PGA championship

Doug Ford wins 1955 PGA championship

Assessment

Interactive Video

Professional Development, Sports, Physical Ed

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video highlights Doug Ford's remarkable journey in the PGA Championship at Michigan's Meadowbrook Country Club. At 32, Ford becomes a sensational star with his unique DIY putter, crafted from an old mashy shaft and a mallet head. In his final match against Carrie Middlecuff, a top competitor and leading money winner, Ford showcases his skills and determination. He wins the championship on his first try, earning over $5,000. Ford's story is one of a former caddy from New York's public links who quickly moves on to the next tournament, embodying the spirit of a true golf champion.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique feature did Doug Ford's putter have?

It was the most expensive putter in the tournament.

It was a gift from a famous golfer.

It was a self-made club with a mashy shaft and mallet head.

It was made of gold.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Doug Ford travel during the golf circuit?

In a luxury car.

In a house trailer.

On a motorcycle.

By airplane.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Doug Ford's final match opponent in the tournament?

Carrie Middlecuff

Arnold Palmer

Tiger Woods

Jack Nicklaus

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Doug Ford's achievement in the PGA Championship?

He won the championship in his first try.

He finished in second place.

He was disqualified.

He did not make it to the finals.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Doug Ford's background before becoming a professional golfer?

He was a golf coach.

He was a sports journalist.

He was a caddy at New York's public links.

He was a tennis player.

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