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Tony Jacklin co-designed The Concession Golf Club in Florida with Jack Nicklaus to commemorate the famous 'Concession' moment from the 1969 Ryder Cup, considered one of the greatest gestures of sportsmanship in golf history.
Tony Jacklin is one of the most influential figures in golf, renowned both as a champion player and a golf course architect. Born in Scunthorpe, England in 1944, Jacklin rose from modest beginnings to win 28 professional tournaments, including two majors: The Open Championship in 1969 and the U.S. Open in 1970, becoming the first Englishman in nearly two decades to win each. His legacy extends deeply into the Ryder Cup, where he revitalized European involvement as both a player and captain, notably leading Europe to victories in 1985 and 1987. Drawing on his vast playing experience, Jacklin moved into golf course design, founding the Jacklin Design Group and contributing notably to courses like San Roque Old Course in Spain and The Concession in Florida, the latter co-designed with Jack Nicklaus to honor their legendary moment at the 1969 Ryder Cup. Jacklin’s designs emphasize tradition, engineering excellence, and environmental responsibility.
