1962 in South African sport explained

This article is an incomplete list of sporting events relevant to South Africa in 1962

Football (Rugby Union)

• South Africa national rugby union team wins three matches against the touring British Lions, and draw the fourth game

Golf

• Gary Player, wins the PGA Championship for the first time^[1]

Deaths

• 28 April – Bennie Osler international rugby union player

See also

• Timeline of South African sport

Notes and References

1. News: PGA Title Annexed By Gary Player. Hugh. Fullerton Jr.. Shreveport Journal. 23 July 1962. 1 November 2024. 11. Newspapers.com.