One of Sports Illustrated's most long-lasting and popular features is its "Faces in the Crowd" section which highlights amateur athletes from across the United States whose accomplishments in given sports are particularly note-worthy. Over the history of the magazine, many professional golfers have appeared "before they were famous". Here's a look at the write-ups that … Continue reading Golf’s Greats as “Faces in the Crowd”
Tag: jack nicklaus
Iconic Announcer Lundquist to Continue Calling Masters Post- Retirement
If you don't know Verne Lundquist's name, you certainly know his voice if you're a fan of recent or historic golf. It was Lundquist who unspooled the marvelous history in the making as Jack Nicklaus shocked the universe by winning the Masters in 1986 at age 46. It was Lundquist who called the greatest shot … Continue reading Iconic Announcer Lundquist to Continue Calling Masters Post- Retirement
Arnold Palmer’s Funeral Draws Crowds, Tears
Jack Nicklaus won 18 Majors in his storied PGA career, more than any other man in history. On Tuesday at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, Nicklaus talked about the greatest golfer he's ever seen. "He was the king of our sport," Nicklaus said of Arnold Palmer, who died last week at age 87. "And … Continue reading Arnold Palmer’s Funeral Draws Crowds, Tears
Revisiting Arnold Palmer’s 7 Major Wins
Arnold Palmer won seven Major championships in his career, good for seventh-place on the all-time list. To honor his remarkable life in golf, which ended Sunday at age 87, here's a look back at his seven big triumphs. 1958 Masters: Palmer was 28 by the tie he won his first Major, positively ancient compared to … Continue reading Revisiting Arnold Palmer’s 7 Major Wins
Dustin Johnson Wins First Major at Last
With a potential one-stroke penalty and the ghosts of 2015 hanging over his head, Dustin Johnston just went out and played golf on Sunday, shooting a closing-round 69 to win the US Open, his first Major. The victory elevated Johnson to No. 3 in the world, surpassing Rory McIlroy who missed the cut and fell … Continue reading Dustin Johnson Wins First Major at Last
The Masters Day 1 in Numbers
A look at some of the better numbers and notes from Day 1 of the 2016 Masters 13 - Total times winning the Masters by the three honorary starters - Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, and Gary Player. In the 1960s, they won seven straight as a trio. 50 - Consecutive Masters that Palmer played in … Continue reading The Masters Day 1 in Numbers
Countdown to the Masters: 23 Days
As of Wednesday, March 16, The Masters, the first Major of the 2016 golf season, is 23 days away. To celebrate the coming of arguably the most gorgeously visual event in all of sports, here's a countdown to Augusta featuring a champion a day. Bernhard Langer, the first man to ever be ranked No. 1 … Continue reading Countdown to the Masters: 23 Days
Spieth’s Fourth Year to Set Tone for Career
Much like famous UK resident Harry Potter, the third and fourth years are a big deal for professional golfers. While Potter was off reconnecting with his godfather and winning the Tri-Wizard Tournament in those formative years, some of the world's greatest golfers have forged their steel in years three and four of their career. By … Continue reading Spieth’s Fourth Year to Set Tone for Career
Happy Birthday, Jack! Celebrating The Golden Bear’s 18 Majors
Nineteen times, Jack Nicklaus finished second in a Major. Nine times he finished third. Imagine that he's won half of those second places and a third of the thirds. That would give him an additional 12 Majors, 30 in all, and make Tiger Woods' quest to catch him not even halfway done. Of course, Jack … Continue reading Happy Birthday, Jack! Celebrating The Golden Bear’s 18 Majors
Golf Birthdays: January 18-26
January 19 Brian Harman, winner of the 2014 John Deere Classic, turns 29. His best finish at a Major to date came when he tied for 26th at the 2014 Open Championship. Doug LaBelle, a two-time winner on the Web.com Tour, turns 41. January 20 Fredrik Andersson Hed, winner of the 2010 BMW Italian open, … Continue reading Golf Birthdays: January 18-26
GolfBlogger.co.uk 