Traralgon Classic
Golf tournament
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The Traralgon Classic was a golf tournament in Australia. It was an event on the PGA Tour of Australia from 1978 to 1981.[1] The event was held at Traralgon Golf Club in Traralgon, Victoria.[2]
History
Among Greg Norman's earliest victories were at the event.[2] One of the more notable performances was Paul Foley's 1980 win. Foley, who started the final round several shots back at even par, shot an extraordinary final round of 62, 10-under-par. He beat the course record by two and defeated Wayne Grady by six shots.[3]
Winners
| Year | Winner | Score | To par | Margin of victory | Runner(s)-up | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traralgon Classic | ||||||
| 1981 |  Ian Stanley | 279 | −9 | 3 strokes | Garry Merrick | [1][4] |
| 1980 | Paul Foley | 278 | −10 | 6 strokes | Wayne Grady | [1][5][3] |
| 1979 | Greg Norman | 277 | −11 | 3 strokes | Glenn McCully Ian Stanley | [1][6][7] |
| Traralgon Loy Yang Classic | ||||||
| 1978 | Greg Norman | 277 | −11 | 1 stroke | Colin Bishop | [1][8] |
| Ben Guzzardi – Total Golf Classic | ||||||
| 1977 |  Marty Bohen | 202 | −11 | 1 stroke | Rodger Davis Noel Ratcliffe | [9] |
- 1976 Frank Phillips[10][11] (36 hole pro-am)