Jack Nicklaus’ emotional tribute to Arnold Palmer: ‘He'll always be the king of our sport’

Nicklaus fought back the tears in an emotional tribute to his long-time friend and great rival.

Tue, 04 Oct, 2016 - 22:03

Jack Nicklaus fought back the tears in an emotional tribute to his long-time friend and great rival at the memorial service for Arnold Palmer in Latrobe, Pennsylvania.

Palmer, a seven-time major winner, died aged 87 in Pittsburgh on September 25 due to complications of heart problems.

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