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PGA Tour Bans Ballesteros Stirring Debate on Foreign Players
The 1986 ban on Steve Ballesteros by PGA Tour commissioner Deane Beman sparks debate over foreign player exemptions and the tour's reliance on international stars. Analysts note Ballesteros and peers like Langer Aoki and Faldo bring appeal and earnings, while Beman considers rules to limit non members' U.S. appearances. The piece discusses impacts on fans, European stars, and the tour’s future draws.
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Deane Beman
Steve Ballesteros
Placido Domingo
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Beman
Ballesteros
Bernhard Langer
Isao Aoki
Sandy Lyle
Nick Faldo
Sam Torrance
Manuel Pinero
PGA Tour
Arnold Palmer
Jack Nicklaus
Lee Trevino
Tour
Peter Jacobsen
Fuzzy Zoeller
Pebble Beach
Greensboro
Langer
Europe
United States
Steve