Theo Manyama

P.o.B. Alexandra, South Africa

Prevented from competing in South African tournaments during his prime because of Apartheid policies

1970 Declined invitation to play in four white tournaments as one of four Black invitees
1992 Qualified member R&A Rules Officials
2003 Joint tournament director of the Presidents Cup
Compleat Magazine Award: ‘Lifetime contribution to the golf industry’
PGA of SA Master Professional

Officiated as chief rules official, tournament director, chief referee including

• Presidents Cup
• British Open
• The Masters
• The Players Championship
• Numerous US and European Tour events

Tournament record

• PGA Championship - 1973 Leading black player
• Non-European Tournament of Champions 2nd 1973

*Record incomplete