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Jonny Leighfield

The Awesome Story Behind Jack Nicklaus’ ‘Flag Bag' He Used At The Masters

Jack Nicklaus of the United States, his wife Barbara Nicklaus, Tom Watson of the United States and Gary Player of South Africa pose for a photo on the first tee during the Honorary Starters ceremony prior to the first round of the 2024 Masters.

Golfing icon, Jack Nicklaus has been performing his role as one of the honorary starters at The Masters since 2010, but never before has the 18-time Major winner rocked up on the first tee with a golf bag quite like he did in 2024.

Pictured alongside wife, Barbara, eight-time Major winner, Tom Watson, and nine-time Major champion, Gary Player - along with their respective caddies and tour bags - Nicklaus could be seen wielding a unique kind of pencil bag as he prepared to officially begin the 2024 Masters.

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