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Jack Nicklaus

American golfer · United States · On the map · Athletes · Born 1940 · age 86

Jack William Nicklaus, nicknamed "the Golden Bear", is an American retired professional golfer and golf course designer. He is widely considered to be one of the greatest golfers of all time. He won 117 professional tournaments in his career, including a record 18 major championships.

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A life in dates

2005Presidential Medal of FreedomAward1990“The older you get the stronger the wind gets - and it’s always in your face.”In their words28 February 1990International Herald Tribune (Paris

1984“It's hard not to play golf that's up to Jack Nicklaus standards when you are Jack Nicklaus.”In their words28 May 1984On winning his 70th PGA tournament, WINS Radio

1940Born21 January 1940

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Career 1

ClubYears
Ohio State Buckeyes men's golf

Awards

Presidential Medal of Freedom2005
World Golf Hall of Fame

About this person

He is an inductee of the World Golf Hall of Fame.

Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1940 · age 86

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