1972 PGA Tour


The 1972 PGA Tour was the 57th season of the PGA Tour, the main professional golf tour in the United States. It was also the fourth season since separating from the PGA of America.

Rogelio Gonzales suspension

At the Greater New Orleans Open, Colombian rookie, Rogelio Gonzales was disqualified after it was learned that he had changed his scorecard earlier in the tournament. In addition to his disqualification, the PGA Tour lifted Gonzales playing privileges.

Schedule

The following table lists official events during the 1972 season.
DateTournamentLocationPurse
WinnerNotes
Jan 9Glen Campbell-Los Angeles OpenCalifornia125,000

Unofficial events

The following events were sanctioned by the PGA Tour, but did not carry official money, nor were wins official.
DateTournamentLocationPurse
WinnerNotes
Nov 12World CupAustralia6,300

Money list

The money list was based on prize money won during the season, calculated in U.S. dollars.
PositionPlayerPrize money
1