Overview

Jack Nicklaus, known as “The Golden Bear,” is one of the greatest golfers of all time. He has won a record 18 major championships, including six Masters, five PGA Championships, four U.S. Opens, and three British Opens. Nicklaus’s career spanned over three decades, during which he became known for his powerful drives, precise iron play, and mental toughness. Beyond his playing career, Nicklaus has been a successful golf course designer and philanthropist. His contributions to the game of golf have made him an iconic figure in sports history.

• 18-time Major Championship winner
• PGA Tour Player of the Year (1967, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1976)
• Presidential Medal of Freedom (2005)
• Congressional Gold Medal (2015)
• Inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame (1974)