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Jackie Nicklaus on 1986 Masters: Inside the Golden Bear's Greatest Win at Augusta
Road to Augusta: Jackie Nicklaus on Caddying for Jack Nicklaus’ Iconic 1986 Masters WinThis episode of McConnell Golf Presents Road to Augusta revisits The Golden Bear's iconic 1986 Masters victory through an interview with his son and caddie, Jack "Jackie" Nicklaus II, hosted by Ward Clayton. Jackie recalls how he chose UNC-Chapel Hill, the Tar Heels golf program's culture alongside athletes like Michael Jordan, and Jordan's early introduction to golf. He details his caddying philosophy ("show up, keep up, and shut up") and shares vivid memories from the emotional back nine in 1986…
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