1973 PGA Championship

August 12, 1973 – Canterbury Golf Club, Beachwood, Ohio

This was Nicklaus’ 14th major championship and toppled the record of 13 set by Bobby Jones 1930. A first-round 72 left Nicklaus tied for 22nd. By the time the final round began, Nicklaus was the leader after back-to-back 68s. Once again Bruce Crampton would be the runner up to Nicklaus, losing by four shots.