John Garner (golfer)

John R. Garner (born 9 January 1947) is an English professional golfer.

During his playing career, Garner won one European Tour event, when he defeated Neil Coles in the final of the Benson & Hedges Match Play Championship in 1972. He didn't win again until 1998 at the Senior Tournament of Champions on the European Seniors Tour.

Garner was a member of the 1971 and 1973 Ryder Cup teams. He made just one appearance in 1971, teaming up with Neil Coles in a four-ball match against Frank Beard and J. C. Snead; the Americans won 2 and 1. Garner did not play a single match in 1973.

Garner is currently the teaching professional at the Manukorihi Golf Club in Taranaki, New Zealand.

Other wins (1)

 * 1971 Coca-Cola Young Professionals' Championship

European Seniors Tour wins (1)
 * Note: The 1998 Senior Tournament of Champions was shortened to 36 holes due to weather.

Results in major championships
Note: Garner only played in The Open Championship.

{{legend|#eeeeee|Did not play}} CUT = missed the half-way cut (3rd round cut in 1968 and 1973 Open Championships)

"T" indicates a tie for a place

Team appearances

 * Ryder Cup: 1971, 1973
 * Double Diamond International (representing England): 1971 (winners), 1972 (winners)