Amid Tense Money Vs Legacy Debate, Jack Nicklaus Seemingly Takes a Subtle Shot With Powerful Confession

The Masters Tournament has held great importance in the eyes of fans as well as professional golfers. And being on the PGA Tour schedule, the mega-event has also brought much significance to the American League. However, ever since LIV Golf came into the picture, numerous players decided to switch to the new Tour, leaving their much-valued PGA Tour records behind. But some professionals value their legacies more than others. And while talking about the value that the Masters Tournament holds, Jack Nicklaus delivered a strong message for all LIV Golf defectors.

Jack Nicklaus’ powerful statement about money over legacy

Nicklaus has been one of the most decorated players on the PGA Tour. Known for his 18 major championship victories, the golf legend has made millions of fans in his career. Not only is he an inspiration to thousands of young golfers, but also to professional golfers like Tiger Woods. However, other than his records on the field, Jack Nicklaus is also extremely appreciated for speaking his heart out.

The golf ace has been involved in several controversies for his unfiltered comments over golf-related issues. However, this time, Nicklaus took a subtle shot toward LIV Golf defectors in his statements, explaining how much the Masters Tournament meant to him. With six Masters wins to his name, the GOAT said, as per Forbes, “When I first won The Masters, I was only 23 years old. Back then, the cherished prize was the Green Jacket. The motivation for wanting to win was certainly not money.”

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Well, with 18 LIV Golf players on the Masters field, it was definitely a bold claim about their Saudi decisions. Not to forget, LIV Golf paid professional golfers millions of dollars to join the breakaway circuit, leaving their PGA Tour careers behind. As per the initial discussions, these golfers were not allowed to be part of any major championships or PGA Tour events. But luckily, Augusta National wanted all previous champions on the field and thus allowed 18 qualifying defectors to participate.

What is Nicklaus’ opinion about LIV Golf rebels?

The 18-time major winner is probably the biggest supporter of the PGA Tour. In fact, the golf legend has played a huge role in growing the Tour and bringing it to the level where it stands today. However, despite his immense love for the American League, Nicklaus doesn’t blame LIV Golf defectors for the money-over-legacy decision.

In an earlier interview, the golf ace was asked about his opinion of the entire LIV Golf situation. “I don’t fault the guys who have gone to LIV,” he said. “You have to make a choice, between playing golf for a short period time, for a lot of money, to put away for your family, or do you have the loyalty to play regular golf, then the senior tour and into retirement.”

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