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The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld disabled golfer Casey Martin's right to use a cart during PGA events. In a 7-2 vote, the justices ruled that a federal disability bias law requires the pro golf tour to waive its requirement that players walk the course during tournaments. The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits public facilities, such as golf courses, shopping centres and movie theatres from discriminating against the disabled. Nov. 26, 1997: Martin files a federal lawsuit against the PGA Tour for the right to ride a cart in competition. Dec. 1, 1997: U.S. Martin granted an injunction that allows him to use a cart during the PGA's qualifying tournament. Dec. 9, 1997: Martin ties for 46th at the qualifying tournament, giving him exemption on the Nike Tour (now the Buy.com Tour). Feb. 11, 1998: Court rules in favour of Martin, saying the PGA Tour failed to show how waiving its walking-only rule for Martin would alter competition. Tour says it will appeal. June 9, 1998: Martin qual

Supreme Court rules Martin can use cart | CBC Sports Supreme Court rules Martin can use cart | CBC Sports Loaded Golf Supreme Court rules Martin can use cart CBC Sports · Posted: May 30, 2001 10:16 AM EDT | Last Updated: May 30, 2001 Listen to this article Estimated 5 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Social Sharing The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld disabled golfer Casey Martin's right to use a cart during PGA events. In a 7-2 vote, the justi

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