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Richard Karl (born September 28 1944) is an American professional golfer who is best known as the last golf club professional to win an official PGA Tour event.Karl was born in Johnson City New York. He played college golf at Florida State University. He won the Alaska State Amateur twice while stationed in the Army there.Karl turned professional in 1968. He won the 1974 B.C. Open by sinking a 35-foot putt on the first hole in a playoff with Bruce Crampton.