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I'm more proud of the good rounds I've played while hitting the ball badly than of the great rounds while hitting the ball well. I understand my swing well enough to get myself through a tournament and win it. I've made it work.

Jack Nicklaus

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