Jack Nicklaus makes a surprise appearance at The Players Championship on Thursday
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. – Jack Nicklaus, 84, who won the first Players Championship 50 years ago, made a surprise appearance on the first tee on Thursday.
Nicklaus greeted past players and checked out his name on the trophy.
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According to The PGA Tour , Justin Thomas asked Nicklaus, “You playing with us today?”
This year marks the 50th edition of The Players. If you are heading to the green this weekend, here’s everything you need to know before you go.
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