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North Wales Live
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- North Wales Live
Legends of the Ryder Cup
IT IS A question sure to trigger a thousand flashbacks in the minds of golf lovers the world over. What single moment in the 98-year history of the Ryder Cup best encapsulates its sheer magic? Is it Jack Nicklaus' 1969 concession of a slippery three-foot putt to Tony Jacklin at Royal Birkdale, dubbed one of the greatest acts of sportsmanship as the transatlantic contest ended in a first tie? Or Sam Torrance standing arms aloft in the lengthening shadows of The Belfry's 18th green in 1985, his match-winning putt – 'not a million miles away' as Peter Allis assured enthralled BBC viewers – nestling in the cup? What about Jose Maria Olazabal's impromptu Flamenco dance at Muirfield Village two years on, amid the Champagne-drenched celebration of a first European win on US soil? We could go on. And on, and on. Legends everywhere you look – and we celebrate them in this Daily Mirror special edition as Europe and the USA prepare to do battle again at Bethpage Black in New York towards the end of September in golf's greatest event. The great Tom Watson once said: 'The Ryder Cup creates idols. It creates legends. It creates memories that last.' He was spot on.
Wales Online
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Legends of the Ryder Cup
Legends of the Ryder Cup Legends everywhere you look - and we celebrate them in this special edition as Europe and the USA prepare to do battle again in New York. IT IS A question sure to trigger a thousand flashbacks in the minds of golf lovers the world over. What single moment in the 98-year history of the Ryder Cup best encapsulates its sheer magic? Is it Jack Nicklaus' 1969 concession of a slippery three-foot putt to Tony Jacklin at Royal Birkdale, dubbed one of the greatest acts of sportsmanship as the transatlantic contest ended in a first tie? Or Sam Torrance standing arms aloft in the lengthening shadows of The Belfry's 18th green in 1985, his match-winning putt – 'not a million miles away' as Peter Allis assured enthralled BBC viewers – nestling in the cup? What about Jose Maria Olazabal's impromptu Flamenco dance at Muirfield Village two years on, amid the Champagne-drenched celebration of a first European win on US soil? Article continues below We could go on. And on, and on. Legends everywhere you look – and we celebrate them in this Daily Mirror special edition as Europe and the USA prepare to do battle again at Bethpage Black in New York towards the end of September in golf's greatest event. The great Tom Watson once said: 'The Ryder Cup creates idols. It creates legends. It creates memories that last.' He was spot on. Purchase your copy here now!
Daily Record
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Legends of the Ryder Cup
Legends everywhere you look - and we celebrate them in this special edition as Europe and the USA prepare to do battle again in New York. IT IS A question sure to trigger a thousand flashbacks in the minds of golf lovers the world over. What single moment in the 98-year history of the Ryder Cup best encapsulates its sheer magic? Is it Jack Nicklaus' 1969 concession of a slippery three-foot putt to Tony Jacklin at Royal Birkdale, dubbed one of the greatest acts of sportsmanship as the transatlantic contest ended in a first tie? Or Sam Torrance standing arms aloft in the lengthening shadows of The Belfry's 18th green in 1985, his match-winning putt – 'not a million miles away' as Peter Allis assured enthralled BBC viewers – nestling in the cup? What about Jose Maria Olazabal's impromptu Flamenco dance at Muirfield Village two years on, amid the Champagne-drenched celebration of a first European win on US soil? We could go on. And on, and on. Legends everywhere you look – and we celebrate them in this Daily Mirror special edition as Europe and the USA prepare to do battle again at Bethpage Black in New York towards the end of September in golf's greatest event. The great Tom Watson once said: 'The Ryder Cup creates idols. It creates legends. It creates memories that last.' He was spot on.
Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Legends of the Ryder Cup
Legends everywhere you look - and we celebrate them in this special edition as Europe and the USA prepare to do battle again in New York. IT IS A question sure to trigger a thousand flashbacks in the minds of golf lovers the world over. What single moment in the 98-year history of the Ryder Cup best encapsulates its sheer magic? Is it Jack Nicklaus' 1969 concession of a slippery three-foot putt to Tony Jacklin at Royal Birkdale, dubbed one of the greatest acts of sportsmanship as the transatlantic contest ended in a first tie? Or Sam Torrance standing arms aloft in the lengthening shadows of The Belfry's 18th green in 1985, his match-winning putt – 'not a million miles away' as Peter Allis assured enthralled BBC viewers – nestling in the cup? What about Jose Maria Olazabal's impromptu Flamenco dance at Muirfield Village two years on, amid the Champagne-drenched celebration of a first European win on US soil? We could go on. And on, and on. Legends everywhere you look – and we celebrate them in this Daily Mirror special edition as Europe and the USA prepare to do battle again at Bethpage Black in New York towards the end of September in golf's greatest event. The great Tom Watson once said: 'The Ryder Cup creates idols. It creates legends. It creates memories that last.' He was spot on.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Legend Jack Nicklaus blasts biggest issue with golf right now
A lot of things have changed since Jack Nicklaus' heyday on the golf course. But there's one thing in particular that one of the legends of the game truly can't stand about the current era of golf. The Golden Bear simply cannot bear to see golfers being interviewed during the middle of their rounds while on the course. Nicklaus, 85, shared his thoughts during the second round of the Memorial tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club — an event he hosts annually. The incident that brought out the ire from the golf legend happened as Ben Griffen — in contention at the event and sitting at 7-under after the first round — was grabbed for a mid-round interview by Fox Sports at the 17th hole. Nicklaus was not impressed, saying that he wants the players to be able to focus on their game and not be distracted as they contemplate their shots. 'I can't stand that, the interview on the golf course,' Nicklaus said. 'Can't stand that. Let me tell you how I think. Seriously, this is a guy who is leading the golf tournament. 'He is sitting on the edge of the rough, very difficult shot on a very difficult hole. 'And you are talking to him about stuff that totally takes his mind off what he is doing.' Nicklaus then shared how he felt some colleagues from his era would've handled being approached while walking the fairways. 'How do you think (Ben) Hogan would respond to that question?' Nicklaus rhetorically asked. 'You would not have any teeth left if you did. He would hit you right in the face with it.' After win at Memorial, it's time to start comparing Scottie Scheffler to prime Tiger Woods Rory McIlroy snubs golf legend after skipping Memorial tournament When it comes to post-round interviews, however, Nicklaus is all for seeing the golfer talk and values the work reporters do. 'I've always felt that you guys have a job to do, and gals,' he said. 'And, for you to do your job, you need to talk to me. 'Whether I played well or whether I played poorly, if you still want to talk to me, I'll talk to you. And I always have.'
