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“I've had a lot of majors where I didn't play well until the last round. Keep yourself in contention; that's the name of the game. I usually ended up shooting a good round and all of a sudden, somehow, I won.”

Quote by Jack Nicklaus

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Jack Nicklaus, a legendary figure in the world of golf, was born on January 21, 1940. Known for his exceptional skill and numerous accolades, he is considered one of the greatest golfers in the history of the sport. more

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