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Jack Nicklaus
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For over four decades Jack Nicklaus has been one of the greatest players to ever pick up a club. The man known as the Golden Bear is one of only five golfers to ever win all four major tournaments. But more than that, Nicklaus remained dominant in the sport for nearly three decades, with twenty-five years separating his first and last Masters win. He consistently returned to top form and won an incredible 20 major victories in his career. By the time he left the professional tour, Nicklaus amassed an amazing 71 PGA tour wins, with 58 second place and 36 third place finishes. He has ... been voted PGA Tour Player of the year five times (1967, 1972-73, 1975-76).
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Jack Nicklaus has agreed to be a national spokesperson on behalf of the Federation of Fly Fishers, as well as to become Honorary Chairman of the FFF Presidents Club. The members of this charitable arm of the FFF represent those truly dedicated individuals and organizations that have made a 10-year financial commitment to support the mission of the FFF. Mr. Nicklaus is the first to be honored with this position. In addition, he has agreed to become a member of the FFF Board of Directors.
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Jack Nicklaus had an unusual playing style, combining being one of the greatest putters of all-time with being the longest hitter on the tour during his prime. He popularized the "power fade," which was his characteristic ball flight. He was ... known as a conservative player at times, only going for broke when he needed to. This was especially apparent on the green. He would be less aggressive and make sure of an easy two-putt.[23]
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The innumerable achievements and contributions of Jack Nicklaus to the game of golf will insure his place in history as the greatest golfer of all time. ‘The Golden Bear’ has the record to prove it. Jack’s father started him golfing at the age of ten, and he soon became an accomplished amateur. Nicklaus’ role model at that time was the great Bobby Jones, who never turned professional. In 1959, Jack won his first prestigious tournament, the U.S. Amateur. After winning again in 1961, he decided to turn pro. Soon afterwards, Jack won the 1962 U.S. Open. Arnold Palmer was the ‘king’ of golf at that time and his popularity was huge.
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As a tribute to Jack Nicklaus on his final on his final tournament play in the British Open, Royal Bank of Scotland honored Mr. Nicklaus by featuring him on the 5 pound note. Mr. Nicklaus becomes the first living person other than a member of the Royal Family to be given such an honor. According to Nicklaus, ""That's pretty special. The tribute that RBS has done for me is unbelievable and one I have a hard time fathoming."" This unique triple matted, framed collectible features the 5 pound note, an 11x14 photo of his 1978 British Open victory and an 8x10 of Jack saying farewell on the famed Swilken Bridge at St. Andrews. Limited Edition of 100. Measures 30" x 23" $333.00
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Shortly after this year's Masters, Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer sat down with Jim Nantz for a chat. With cameras rolling, they reminisced about their head-to-head battles and their relationship for 1 hour 40 minutes.
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