Charlie Mechem’s book doesn’t pretend to be a groundbreaking investigation of Nicklaus and Palmer. Rather, it’s a very personal glimpse through Mechem’s eyes at the close friendships he’s enjoyed with Arnie and Jack for over fifty years.
Professional golf has periodically been dominated by trios of players that win most of the titles and capture media and fan attention. But there’s often a fourth player lurking just a step or two back.
With the world’s best players arriving in top form, surely this would be a match for the ages. It didn’t turn out that way, which is unusual, because Augusta National usually scripts things to perfection.
Fairways columnist Jim Deeks erects a Fortress of Solitude to watch The Masters but one year he went to Augusta and saw Craig Stadler win.
The Canadian Open has had its ups and downs, no doubt about that. But in 112 years, it has built itself a fine and proud history.
Fairways columnist Jim Deeks recounts his involvement in securing Jack Nicklaus for the inaugural Canadian Skins Game.
When the world’s best say someone belongs in the Hall of Fame with them, how can you say no?
