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The one strongest, most important part of my game is that I want to be the best. I won't accept anything less that that. My ability to concentrate and work toward hat goal has been my greatest asset.

Jack Nicklaus

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Jack Nicklaus
Age: 84
Born: 1940
Born: January 21
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