Name: Chi Chi Rodriguez shares meaning behind ‘sword dance’
Uploaded: 2024-08-09T14:20:02.000Z
Duration: 80 s
Description: Juan "Chi Chi" Rodriguez was known for his signature “sword dance” when he’d wield a golf club and thrust his “sword” back into its imaginary scabbard along his belt. Rodriguez shares the story of what led to his famous celebration. The World Golf Hall of Fame member passed away Aug. 8, 2024, at age 88.

Juan "Chi Chi" Rodriguez was known for his signature “sword dance” when he’d wield a golf club and thrust his “sword” back into its imaginary scabbard along his belt. Rodriguez shares the story of what led to his famous celebration. The World Golf Hall of Fame member passed away Aug. 8, 2024, at age 88.

Chi Chi Rodriguez shares meaning behind ‘sword dance’

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