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Ivor Robson, who announced 19,000 golfers during 41 years with British Open, dies

Ivor Robson, the official starter for the British Open for 41 years, has died at age 83, the Royal and Ancient Golf Club announced Tuesday. He delivered his famous "on the tee" announcement in his distinctive sing-song tone and Scottish accent for every golfer who played in the Open from 1975-2015, famously avoiding bathroom breaks in order to not miss a tee time. He also served as the ...
Ivor Robson the offical starter of the European Tour after officiating in his final event during the final round of the DP World Tour Championship on the Earth Course at Jumeirah Golf Estates on Nov. 22, 2015, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Ivor Robson, the official starter for the British Open for 41 years, has died at age 83, the Royal and Ancient Golf Club announced Tuesday.

He delivered his famous "on the tee" announcement in his distinctive sing-song tone

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