The Putter That Stole the Show: 1986 Masters

They were saying "The Golden Bear" had entered hibernation, and maybe for good. Jack Nicklaus was at another crossroads of his playing career, and going into the 1986 Masters there were other PGA golfers who questioned whether Jack would be able to win any tournament again, let alone The Masters. What happens on that Sunday in Augusta is one of the most legendary moments in golf. But there's way more to the story! MacGregor, like Nicklaus, was at a make-or-break moment, and ended up with triumph at Augusta National. This wasn't the first time Nicklaus was at a low point in his playing career either. His struggles at the end of the 1970s, his surprise coaching from Phil Rodgers, some extra advice from his sons, and his purchase of the MacGregor company created the perfect storm. Hear the full context of what went in to that magical moment in 1986 how this new type of putter set records on and off the green, and how the game hasn't been the same since. All thanks to a coach who used belly putters, a son, a genius engineer, brutal sports writers, and the biggest darn putter club head you've ever seen.