Walter Hagen (1892 - 1969) Born Rochester, NY of German/Northern Irish stock. His mother, Margaret Daly originated in County Antrim. Hagen is remembered as golf's most flamboyant character; he modernised golf. Hagen's successes as a golfer which included four Opens, 2 US Opens and 5 US PGA Championships, were overshadowed by his character. He never wanted to be a millionaire, just to live like ...