Movies
Starring Kevin Costner, this movie showcased the versatility of the 7-iron.
Tin Cup
The year and tournament of Jordan Speith's first Major.
2015 Masters
Despite golfing left-handed, this golfer is naturally right-handed. He learnt to play golf mirroring his father’s swings and it worked so well for him never had reason to change.
Phil Mickelson
The year Tiger Woods turned pro
1996
The number of major titles currently held by Tigga Woods
15
Shoot McGavin was the nemesis in this 90s classic.
Happy Gilmore
Hailing from South Africa, he holds the record for most Majors won by a non-American.
Gary Player with 9.
The current world #1 ranked golfer
Rory McIlroy
The year the first Masters tournament was held
1934
The number of major titles held by Jack Nicklaus
18
Will Smith starred in this slightly racist version of the "magical negro" trope.
The Legend of Bagger Vance
The number of Majors won by Phil
5
Tiger Woods real first name
Eldrick
The year Jack Nicklaus won his last major.
1986
The number of PGA wins held by both Sam Snead and Tiger Woods, who are tied for the most wins in history.
82
Chevy Chase and Bill Murray headlined this comedy classic
Caddyshack
The Claret Jug is awarded for winning this Major
The Open (British)
This golfer has recorded two albums and has lost more than $50m gambling.
John Daly
What year did Phil Mickelson first become world #1 in the rankings?
NEVER
Tiger Woods' margin of victory at the 2000 US Open, still currently the record for margin of victory in a major.
15 Strokes (12 under, Ernie Els came in second at 3 over)
Shia LaBeouf headlines this mid 2000s.... classic?
The Greatest Game Ever Played
Never seen it!
He holds the record for youngest major winner, having won the British Open at the age of 17.
Young Tom Morris in 1868
He was the first golfer to surpass $1 million in career earnings.
Arnold Palmer in 1968.
The Old Course at St Andrews is considered the oldest golf course in the world. It first opened in this year.
1552
The number of career Grand Slams both Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus have (tied for the record).
3