Name: Jack Nicklaus’ traditional winners’ handshakes at the Memorial
Uploaded: 2024-06-03T17:00:00.000Z
Duration: 29 s
Description: Check out notable players receiving handshakes from Jack Nicklaus on the 18th hole at Muirfield Village Golf Club after winning the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday throughout the years.

Check out Jack Nicklaus' best shots and moments from competing in 'The Skins Games' over the years.

Jack Nicklaus' best moments from 'The Skins Game'

In 1962, a then 22-year-old Jack Nicklaus defeated Arnold Palmer in a playoff at Oakmont Country Club. The U.S. Open was Nicklaus’ first PGA TOUR victory and marked a symbolic “changing of the guard” moment for the game.

Jack Nicklaus vs. Arnold Palmer | 1962 U.S. Open

Go behind the scenes with the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2025 winner Scottie Scheffler as he celebrates with his family, Jack and Barbara Nicklaus and discusses back-to-back titles at Jack’s Place.

Mic’d up with the Memorial winner Scottie Scheffler

Prior to the start of the 2025 Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, Jack Nicklaus talks about developing Muirfield Village Golf Club and cultivating community in Dublin.

Jack Nicklaus on growing the Dublin community through the Memorial

In 1994, Shell's Wonderful World of Golf hosted a matchup for the ages at the iconic Pinehurst No. 2, featuring golf legends Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus. Nicklaus emerged victorious with a 67, while Palmer shot a 74.

Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus play historic matchup at Pinehurst No. 2

During the final-round broadcast of the 2024 Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, tournament host Jack Nicklaus gets emotional as he joins the commentary booth to announce that his wife, Barbara Nicklaus, will be named the 2025 tournament honoree.

Jack Nicklaus announces wife Barbara as the 2025 Memorial honoree

Prior to the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2024, Jack Nicklaus talks about the significance of winning the tournament and how it enhances players' careers. 

Jack Nicklaus on what winning the Memorial signifies for player resumes, legacy

Prior to the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2024, Jack Nicklaus describes what he believes was the most important moment of his career and how that shaped his confidence.

Jack Nicklaus on the most important moment of his career

Check out notable players receiving handshakes from Jack Nicklaus on the 18th hole at Muirfield Village Golf Club after winning the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday throughout the years.


Jack Nicklaus’ traditional winners’ handshakes at the Memorial

In the final round of the 1984 Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, Andy Bean missed a winning putt in regulation that forced a playoff with Jack Nicklaus, then missed a short putt to extend his playoff with Nicklaus, ultimately giving The Golden Bear his 72nd PGA TOUR title.

Jack Nicklaus defeats Andy Bean in playoff to win the Memorial

In 1977, Jack Nicklaus won his first Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, one year after it began, to claim his 64th PGA TOUR title.

Jack Nicklaus wins for the first time at the Memorial

During the first round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2024, three-time PLAYERS winner Jack Nicklaus stops by the first tee to greet fans and players, including Justin Thomas, Rickie Fowler and Scottie Scheffler.

Jack Nicklaus stops by first tee at THE PLAYERS

During the opening round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2024, Jack Nicklaus talks about the significance of the tournament and the transformation of TPC Sawgrass over the years.


Jack Nicklaus’ interview during Round 1 of THE PLAYERS

In the opening round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2024, three-time champion Jack Nicklaus makes a surprise appearance on the first tee to celebrate the tournament’s 50th anniversary.

Jack Nicklaus greets players on first tee at THE PLAYERS

After the opening round of the 2023 World Wide Technology Championship, J.R. Smith participated in a Celebrity Challenge on Thursday night at The Oasis Short Course, catching up with Jack Nicklaus and going low with partners Austin Eckroat and Roger Clemens at host course El Cardonal at Diamante in Mexico. 

J.R. Smith plays celebrity challenge with Jack Nicklaus and Austin Eckroat

Prior to the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2023, Jack Nicklaus talks about how Muirfield Village Golf Club has changed since the 2022 event, with a new maintenance area added, as well as changes to the tees on Nos. 16 and 17.

Jack Nicklaus on the changes to Muirfield Village ahead of the Memorial Tournament

Considered one of the greatest to ever play golf, check out the consistency in 18-time major champion Jack Nicklaus’ swing from his amateur days in 1958 to his most recent appearance on PGA TOUR Champions in 2022.


Jack Nicklaus’ golf swing compilation since 1958

During the final round broadcast of The Honda Classic 2023, Jack Nicklaus joins Dan Hicks and Paul Azinger to discuss topics ranging from the future of the tournament, redesigning holes at PGA National, the mindset coming down the stretch on Sunday and running the Nicklaus Children's Health Care Foundation with his wife, Barbara.

Jack Nicklaus' interview during Round 4 broadcast at Honda

After making par on the 72nd hole to shoot even-par 72 in the final round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2022, Billy Horschel celebrates with his wife and kids, and shakes Jack Nicklaus’ hand as he’s congratulated on a four-shot victory.

Billy Horschel celebrates win with Jack Nicklaus and family at the Memorial 

Take a look at some of the past champions of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, as well as what it means to the players who win a tournament hosted by Jack Nicklaus.

The history of the Memorial Tournament

Prior to the 2022 Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, Jack Nicklaus talks about the wide range of emerging young stars on the PGA TOUR while comparing them to past generations in golf.

Jack Nicklaus on emerging young stars on PGA TOUR before the Memorial

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.


Nicklaus, Palmer, Player and Watson | 1983 Skins Game

Anne Bogenrief, a volunteer at the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, was honored as the 2021 PGA TOUR Volunteer of the Year. Tournament hosts Jack and Barbara Nicklaus surprised Bogenrief with the award during an annual celebration for the tournament. Bogenrief was presented with an inscribed crystal and the opportunity to donate funds to the charity of her choice on behalf of the PGA TOUR.

Jack and Barbara Nicklaus surprise 2021 PGA TOUR Volunteer of the Year with award

The Nicklaus-Jacklin Award presented by Aon, which is being introduced at this year’s Ryder Cup, will go to the player from each team who sees the bigger picture and who makes better decisions critical to sportsmanship, teamwork and performance.

Introducing the Nicklaus-Jacklin Award presented by Aon

Prior to the 2021 Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide, Bubba Watson surprises Jack and Barbara Nicklaus with a yellow shafted driver during the pro-am, which will help raise funds for Play Yellow - a Children’s Miracle Network campaign. As a player ambassador for Play Yellow, Bubba Watson will help raise funds for the 10 million kids treated at local children’s hospitals every year. 

Bubba Watson surprises Jack and Barbara Nicklaus with yellow driver at the Memorial

The 561 yard par-4 15th hole at Muirfield Village Golf Club has always presented its challenges, but after a renovation that reduces the advantage for long hitters and makes water more of a factor, there are even more obstacles to consider. Hear from Jack Nicklaus and his team as they discuss the specific changes that will make No. 15 one of the most exciting holes throughout the 2021 Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide. 

All-access story of the redesigned par-5 15h hole at Muirfield Village

American Dunes Golf Club is a newly reworked Jack Nicklaus designed golf course in Grand Haven, Michigan, which was built with a higher purpose than most golf courses. In 2007, Lt. Colonel Dan Rooney founded the Folds of Honor foundation, a foundation that was created to honor and support the families of fallen. 11 years later, Rooney met his childhood hero, Jack Nicklaus, and together they have built a spectacular golf course that honors all who have sacrificed their lives for their country.

The inspiration behind American Dunes Golf Club

Prior to the 2021 World Golf Championships-Workday Championship, Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin chat with the PGA TOUR’s Teryn Gregson. During the conversation, the players discuss “The Concession” in the 1969 Ryder Cup, how the moment inspired the creation of The Concession Golf Club and their excitement level for this week’s event.

Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin discuss ‘The Concession’

In 1963, a 23-year-old Jack Nicklaus faced off against a then 50-year-old, Sam Snead at Pebble Beach Golf Links in Shell’s Wonderful World of Golf – an 18-hole stroke play competition with two of the biggest names in golf.

Jack Nicklaus vs. Sam Snead at Pebble Beach in 1963

Jack Nicklaus shares a surprise message and his best wishes to fellow Ohio State University graduate Kevin Hall who is playing on a sponsor exemption at the 2021 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. 

Jack Nicklaus sends message to fellow Buckeye Kevin Hall at Pebble Beach

For decades the iconic finishing hole at Pebble Beach Golf Links has seen unique swings from both pros and celebrities at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Check out some of the swings over the years featuring Jack Nicklaus, Bill Belichick, Tiger Woods, Bill Murray and more.

TOUR pros and celebs tee off 18th hole at AT&T Pebble Beach

During the Payne's Valley Cup, Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player talk about the special place that is Big Cedar Lodge and the surrounding golf courses.

Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player interview at Payne's Valley Cup

Grip it and rip it in this compilation of the best drivers off the deck from the 2025 PGA TOUR season. Check out Rickie Fowler, Aldrich Potgieter, Akshay Bhatia and other TOUR stars pull off incredible shots with their drivers.

Best driver-off-the-deck shots from 2025

Neal Shipley blind ranks classic Christmas movies and picks which holiday classic is his favorite.

Neal Shipley blind ranks Christmas movies

Colombia's Marcelo Rozo, 36, earned his first PGA TOUR card at Final Stage of 2025 PGA TOUR Q-School presented by Korn Ferry. Upon securing his card, he pointed to the sky in memory of his late brother Mateo, a competitive golfer who passed away at age 19.

Marcelo Rozo earns first PGA TOUR card at Final Stage of Q-School in honor of late brother

Look back on the best shots from Rory McIlroy's phenomenal 2025 season, including his unforgettable playoff victory over J.J. Spaun to capture his second win at THE PLAYERS Championship.

Rory McIlroy's best shots of 2025

Hear from J.J. Spaun, Keegan Bradley, Cameron Young and more TOUR stars as they self-reflect and give themselves a letter grade to cap off their 2025 PGA TOUR season.
 

Players self-grade their 2025 seasons on TOUR 

Follow Matt Kuchar and his son Cameron after their victory at the 2025 PNC Championship.

Matt and Cameron Kuchar mic'd up after winning PNC Championship

 Check out swings from Team Daly, Team Annika and more dynamic duos in the 2025 PNC Championship.

One swing from every team at PNC Championship

Three-time PGA TOUR winner Boo Weekley goes in-depth on his golf swing, sharing which techniques he uses for different clubs. 

How I Built This | Boo Weekley

Relive some of the most unbelievable shots from the 2025 PGA TOUR season, including gnarly bunker shots, epic hole-outs and lucky breaks.

Craziest shots from 2025 season

In the "Optum Golf Channel Games," Scottie Scheffler edges Rory McIlroy in the captain's challenge to earn a victory for his team.

Scottie Scheffler's team wins by 1 inch at 'Golf Channel Games'

In the "Optum Golf Channel Games," Captain Rory McIlroy hits a shot out of the bunker, and teammate Shane Lowry converts it for an up-and-down in the team relay.

Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry pull off speedy up-and-down at 'Golf Channel Games'

In the "Optum Golf Channel Games," Luke Clanton, playing on Captain Scottie Scheffler's team, hits the green from 170 yards with both a 3-wood and gap wedge.

Luke Clanton pulls off crazy shots in 14-club challenge at 'Golf Channel Games'

In the "Optum Golf Channel Games," teammates Scottie Scheffler, Luke Clanton, Keegan Bradley and Sam Burns contribute to a 30-second par in the timed shootout.

Scottie Scheffler's team produces speedy par in timed shootout at 'Golf Channel Games'

In the "Optum Golf Channel Games," teammates Luke Donald, Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry each contribute to a 28-second birdie in the timed shootout.
 

Rory McIlroy's team converts birdie in 28 seconds at 'Golf Channel Games'

Family over everything. Watch some of the best family moments over the years at the PNC Championship, featuring Team Woods, Team Daly and others.
 

All-time best family moments at the PNC Championship

Five-time PGA TOUR Champions winner Rocco Mediate goes in-depth on his unique golf swing, sharing insight on staying true to what works for him, however unconventional.

How I Built This | Rocco Mediate

Golf is hard, and even the best players on the PGA TOUR are relatable at times. Check out some of the best “golf is hard” moments from 2025, excluding majors and including shanks, bad lies and just plain old bad shots.

Best of ‘Golf is Hard’ from 2025

Relive Scottie Scheffler's incredible 2025 PGA TOUR season through exclusive behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with Scheffler, his caddie Ted Scott and his competitors. Scheffler won six times in 2025, including the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, the PGA Championship, The Open Championship and the BMW Championship.