After Monumental Feat of LeBron James, Fans Debate Over Jack Nicklaus’ 50-Year-Long Golf Record: ‘You Never Know’

There are some records in the world of sports that many think are beyond achievable. However, earlier today, LeBron James further embedded his legacy as one of the greatest basketball players after surpassing Kareem Abdul Jabbar in the all-time leading scorer list. As the decades-long record was finally breached, fans in the golf universe questioned whether the 18 Major wins of Jack Nicklaus will ever be surpassed.

Kareem Abdul Jabbar held the position of the leading scorer in the NBA for nearly 39 years. However, a kid from Akron who carried the hype around from since his high school days, overtook the record today at the Crypto.com Arena.

As LeBron James’ historical moment left the universe buzzing, golf fans considered around their sport to question the 18-hole sport’s longstanding records. Among many of the invincible feats in golf, also exists ‘the Golden Bear’s’ 18 Major triumphs.

Is Jack Nicklaus’ 18 Major victories record in danger?

Nicklaus is widely regarded as the greatest golfer of all time. His achievements looked beyond imaginable during his prime days. However, as years passed, the world shifted its attention toward the unstoppable Tiger Woods.

After many years, the longstanding dominance of Nicklaus in history books finally looked in jeopardy. Tiger went on to name many records after himself. However, when it came to claiming 18 Major titles, Woods is three wins short of ‘the Golden Bear.’

Below Tiger, lie all the retired golfers who once competed with Nicklaus. Late Walter Hagen’s 11 Major triumphs keep him in the third position, while Gary Player and Ben Hogan both tie with nine Majors each. Since Tiger Woods is the only active golfer, he has the closest shot at overcoming Nicklaus 50 year-long record.

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Nicklaus dethroned Hager after his 12th Major title win in 1973 after claiming the PGA Championship. The PGA of America posted the question on their Twitter page, asking if anyone will surpass Jack Nicklaus’ 18 Major wins. Let’s take a look at what the fans had to say.

Golf fans share their take on Jack Nicklaus’ conversation

Nonetheless, even the ever-dominant Woods looks to be past his best days. The 15-time Major winner barely competes in professional events and has even failed to make the cut in the recent Majors. But Woods has proven in the past to never underestimate him. As Tiger has a few more years in his elite professional career, will he be able to surpass Jack Nicklaus? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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