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1986 Masters: How Jack Nicklaus Roared Back to Win

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Jack Nicklaus Roars After Winning The 1986 Masters Tournament 1986 Masters: How Jack Nicklaus Roared Back To Win

The Greatest Comeback in Golf History

The 1986 Masters Tournament will forever be remembered as the stage for one of the greatest comebacks in golf history. At the age of 46, Jack Nicklaus, the legendary golfer known as the "Golden Bear," roared back from a six-stroke deficit on the final day to win his sixth Green Jacket.

1986 Masters: How Jack Nicklaus Roared Back to Win

by John Boyette

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A Thrilling Final Round

The final round of the 1986 Masters was a rollercoaster of emotions for Nicklaus and the thousands of spectators who packed the Augusta National Golf Club. Nicklaus started the day six strokes behind the leader, Greg Norman, and it seemed unlikely that he could catch up.

However, Nicklaus played some of the best golf of his career on that Sunday afternoon. He birdied the first two holes and then eagled the par-5 eighth hole. He continued to make birdies on the back nine, including a crucial birdie on the par-3 16th hole.

As Nicklaus walked up the 18th fairway, he was tied with Norman for the lead. He needed to make a birdie to win the tournament. Nicklaus hit a perfect drive and then a beautiful approach shot that landed on the green just a few feet from the hole. He calmly sank the putt for birdie and the victory.

Nicklaus' Legacy

Nicklaus' victory at the 1986 Masters was his 18th major championship victory, a record that still stands today. It was a fitting end to a remarkable career that has included some of the most memorable moments in golf history.

Nicklaus' comeback in the 1986 Masters is one of the most iconic moments in golf history. It is a testament to his incredible skill, determination, and competitive spirit. It is a story that will be told and retold for generations to come.

The Book: 1986 Masters: How Jack Nicklaus Roared Back to Win

The book "1986 Masters: How Jack Nicklaus Roared Back to Win" tells the complete story of Nicklaus' incredible comeback. The book is written by Mark Frost, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and golf historian.

Frost interviewed Nicklaus, his caddie, playing partners, and other witnesses to get their firsthand accounts of the tournament. The book also includes photographs and never-before-seen footage of the tournament.

"1986 Masters: How Jack Nicklaus Roared Back to Win" is a must-read for any golf fan. It is a gripping story of one of the greatest comebacks in sports history.

1986 Masters: How Jack Nicklaus Roared Back to Win

by John Boyette

4.3 out of 5