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Some people leave a mark on the world with their presence. They leave a legacy behind that inspires generations to come. Arnold Palmer is one of those illustrious names. And the PGA Tour of Champions honored him with a heart-touching video. The snippet will touch you deeply, especially the warm words from the outstanding senior golfer, Fred Couples will melt you. And the words from the former number one Scottie Scheffler are part of the highlights that will make you understand the legend better.

The words for the legend from Scottie Scheffler and Fred Couples

The Instagram handle of the PGA Tour of Champions posted a tribute for the greatest golfer, Arnold Palmer. It read, “In all of sports, there’s that one person that transcends the game.” Our legends reflect on Arnold Palmer’s legacy.” However, the video has snippets from the old iconic matches with the hooting in the background for Palmer. Amid that, the pro golfers shared their true feelings about the history maker.

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The father figure of Tiger Woods and skillful golfer, Fred Couples, chimed in and shared an unexpected yet beautiful story. He said, “Every time I saw him, he would give me a kiss on the cheek. And there are only a few people…My mother did that, and a few other people, but it just, it made my day.” However, the 2020 Masters winner was inclined toward Palmer’s professionalism.

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His words defined the perfection of the outstanding golfer. Scheffler said, “he really embraced everything that goes with being a professional.” And no one can deny that. His professionalism and dedication towards the game is the guiding path for many young golfers.

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What did the other golfers say about Arnold Palmer?

Billy Andrade believes that Palmer was the definition of a “cool” golfer. According to him, the late pro golfer had the power to transcend the game. Palmer was the one who brought golf closer to the fans. And when the TV was introduced, he was the face of golf. However, according to Notah Begay III, the late outstanding golfer was why people cheered for a golfer. He was a people person, and the audience could relate to his “go for broke attitude.”

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What is one thing about Palmer that you will never forget? Please share with us in the comments below.

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