1966 British Open

July 9, 1966 – Muirfield, East Lothian, Scotland

Nicklaus completed his career Grand Slam in just over four years. He won the Claret Jug for the first time in five tries by one shot over Doug Sanders and Dave Thomas. The winner’s check was a mere $5,880, compared to the $20,000 Nicklaus had won at Augusta four months earlier.  Nicklaus closed with 70 was able to win with a two-putt from 22 feet on the final hole.