Norman Drew cause of Death

Norman Drew, one of Northern Ireland’s most celebrated golfers died in 13 August 2023, at the age of 91. His cause of death has not been revealed.

He won Irish amateur, North of Ireland and East of Ireland titles before turning professional in 1953. He won the Yorkshire Evening News Tournament and competed in the Ryder Cup in 1959.

Norman Drew went on to represent Ireland in the Canada Cup (later renamed the World Cup), making him the first golfer to compete in the Walker Cup, Ryder Cup, and Canada Cup.

Drew played in the Open Championship on 15 occasions stretching to 1971 and his best finish was a share of 15th spot at St Andrews in 1957. His short game was legendary.

Drew later participated on the European Seniors Tour for several years beginning in 1992, despite being ten years older than the required age.  Despite a final-round 80, he tied for ninth place in the 1993 Senior British Open.