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The Masters

1947

Champion

Jimmy Demaret(-3)

Runner-up: Byron Nelson

Jimmy Demaret won his second Masters title, becoming a two-time champion. Demaret closed with a 71 to finish two shots clear of Byron Nelson and Frank Stranahan. His colorful personality made him a fan favorite at Augusta.

The Masters

1947

Augusta National Golf Club · Augusta, Georgia

Champion

Jimmy Demaret

-3

PosPlayerScore

1

Jimmy Demaret

-3

2

Byron Nelson

-1

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Tournament Stats

Winning Score

-3 (281)

Winning Margin

2 strokes

Course

Augusta National Golf Club

Location

Augusta, Georgia

Field Size

72 players