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“The golfer has more enemies than any other athlete. He has fourteen clubs in his bag, all of them different; 18 holoes to play, all of them different, every week; and all around him is sand, trees, grass, water, wind and 143 other players. In addition, the game is 50 percent mental, so his biggest enemy is himself.”

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Dan Jenkins is a renowned American author born on December 2, 1929. Known for his humor and satire, Jenkins' works primarily revolve around sports, journalism, and popular culture. His novels and column articles have earned him acclaim in both literary and sports circles. more

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Source: The Truth about Golf: And Other Lies