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Anthony Jacklin CBE (born 7 July 1944) is an English golfer. He was the most successful British player of his generation, winning two major championships, the 1969 Open Championship and the 1970 U.S. Open. He was also Ryder Cup captain from 1983 to 1989; Europe winning two and tying another of these four events.
- Anthony Jacklin
- 180 lb (82 kg)
- 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
- T25
Jan 17, 2023 · A four-time captain from 1983 to 1989, he led Team Europe to two victories, including the first over the Americans since 1957. Jacklin, 78, reflected recently on his career, on the controversy...
Sep 10, 2020 · The English legend reflects on his remarkable career, from his 1969 Open Championship and 1970 U.S. Open wins to his Ryder Cup captaincy and friendship with Nicklaus. He also shares his tips, stories and insights on golf, life and the world.
Sep 29, 2023 · Few - if anyone - have made a greater impact to this ongoing success story than Tony Jacklin, a mainstay player for Great Britain & Ireland, four-times captain of Europe, the man who bridged eras and played a transformative role, helping to lay the brickwork of what the Ryder Cup is now today.
- Kieran Clark
Jun 19, 2020 · Tony Jacklin was the only European player to win the U.S. Open in 1970, breaking the course record with a seven-under 281 total. He credits a putting tip from his friend for his success, and he shares his memories of the challenging conditions and the criticism from the American press.
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Learn about Tony Jacklin, a former PGA TOUR player and two-time major champion. See his bio, stats, video, photos, results, and career highlights.
Jul 5, 2019 · Learn how the Lincolnshire man became the most recent Englishman to win The Open at an English course, after holding the Claret Jug in his hands at Royal Lytham & St Annes in 1969. Discover his humble beginnings, his American adventure, his rivalries with the world's best and his life in golf.