1972

Jack Nicklaus wins the 1972 U.S. Open. (Photo: Associated Press)

Winner: Jack Nicklaus

Runner up: Bruce Crampton, who finished three shots back.

Noteworthy: The win was the third U.S. Open win for Nicklaus. Arnold Palmer was third, four shots back. Nicklaus either led or was tied for the lead for the entire tournament. The victory came two months after Nicklaus won the Masters. His 1-iron off the flagstick on the par-3 17th left him six inches away for birdie.

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