South Africa’s John Bland passes away at age 77
Posted : 09 May 2023
John Bland, a South African golfer whose professional career lasted more than 40 years and included eight senior championships in addition to two victories on the European Tour, has passed away. He was 77.
Sunshine Tour golfing in South Africa made the announcement of Bland's passing. The Sunshine Tour said that he passed away on Tuesday following a cancer struggle, with his family and bulldog Handsome by his side.
In total, Bland won 36 championships and put on some of his most illustrious performances while competing against the top athletes in the world.