91 and Blind, David Blyth Delivers a Moment Golf Won’t Forget

At 91 and completely blind, David Blyth just achieved the unthinkable. He secured his first golf tournament victory since 2012.

Competing in the B1 totally blind category, Blyth won the Blind Golf Victoria Masters title after racking up eighty Stableford points over the course of two days.

“It’s the first win I’ve had since 2012. With all the young blokes around now, I struggle a bit, but it was fantastic,” David Blyth said at the Rosebud Country Club.

He attributed his success to strong play, saying, “I was hitting the ball well and putting well, even the bunker shots came off, which is quite phenomenal for me.”

Although David Blyth has been totally blind since the age of fourteen, he was introduced to golf only at fifty-six. He has been playing ever since.

His passion for golf remains strong, even when competing against younger players. “I enjoy the sport and try to keep myself active,” said Blyth.

A Legacy Alongside Rosebud Country Club

Blyth is considered a global pioneer in the sport. Blyth was the first president of Blind Golf Australia, serving from 1991 to 2011.

The host site also has a storied history with blind golf. Rosebud has supported the tournament for 36 consecutive years.

BGA President Darren Solly said, “Rosebud Country Club has partnered with Blind Golf Victoria and Blind Golf Australia for 36 consecutive years.”

Blind Golf Australia is now looking forward to their next tournament, the Young Interstate Challenge, which will be held from the 12th to the 14th of April in New South Wales.