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Cecilia Leitch in match against Harold Hilton, Walton Heath
Charlotte Cecilia Pitcairn Leitch (13 April 1891 ? 16 September 1977), often known as Cecil - British amateur golfer. She was born in Silloth, Cumberland, England, the daughter of a local physician and one of three sisters who excelled at the game of golf. Leitch won 12 national titles as well as five French Ladies Amateurs and one Canadian Women's Amateur. Pictured here in action during a sensational battle of the sexes match against Harold Hilton at Walton Heath. Date: 1910
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Battles Cecil Cecilia Cecilie Course Golf Golfer Harold Heath Hilton Leitch Match Sexes Sportswoman Sportswomen Walton Year
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In this photograph, Cecilia Leitch, a pioneering figure in women's golf, engages in a fierce battle against Harold Hilton on the verdant fairways of Walton Heath Golf Club in 1910. Born in Silloth, Cumberland, England, in 1891, Leitch was the daughter of a local physician and one of three sisters who excelled at the game of golf. Her exceptional talent on the course led her to win an impressive 12 national titles, in addition to five French Ladies Amateurs and one Canadian Women's Amateur championship. Leitch's groundbreaking career was marked by her determination to challenge gender norms and prove that women were capable of competing at the highest levels of golf. This photograph captures the intensity and skill of Leitch as she takes on the formidable Harold Hilton, a 19-year-old professional golfer, in a sensational "battles of the sexes" match. The image underscores the spirit of competition and the growing recognition of women's golf during this era. Cecilia Leitch's legacy as a trailblazing golfer continues to inspire and influence the sport. Her unwavering dedication and passion for the game paved the way for future generations of female golfers, demonstrating that gender should never be a barrier to achieving excellence. This photograph serves as a testament to Leitch's indomitable spirit and her significant contributions to the world of golf.
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