The Spalding Masters was a

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tournament held in New Zealand from 1968 to 1972. The event was generally hosted by Tauranga Golf Club in

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, although the 1968 event was held at the nearby Mount Manganui Golf Club. The tournament was held in early January, although the 1972 event started on 30 December 1971.

History

From 1969 the tournament was part of the New Zealand golf circuit. Bob Charles won the event twice. His 1969 total of 260 tied

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for the lowest 72-hole score ever in a tournament played outside of the United States.

Winners

¹Held over 54 holes ²Reduced to 54 holes by bad weather

References

{{reflist Golf tournaments in New Zealand Recurring sporting events established in 1968 Recurring events disestablished in 1972 1968 establishments in New Zealand 1972 disestablishments in New Zealand