Name: Nicklaus, Palmer, Player and Watson | 1983 Skins Game
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Description: The 1983 Skins Game was the first of it’s kind, hosted at the Desert Highlands in Scottsdale, Arizona, featuring Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Gary Player and Tom Watson. Check out the best shots and highlights from the incredible event.

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Nicklaus, Palmer, Player and Watson | 1983 Skins Game

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