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To: Clappy who wrote (53540)	8/20/2006 3:25:23 PM
From: altair19	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 104155

Clapper <Junior's retirement didn't last very long. Good for him> We need him with two of the starters on the DL - it was a good move - like Mannie says, he will be a great influence particularly on the younger guys. Altair19

To: Clappy who wrote (53540)	8/21/2006 12:50:02 AM
From: stockman_scott	Respond to of 104155

WOODS v NICKLAUS HEAD TO HEAD sportinglife.com Tiger Woods claimed his 12th major title with victory at the US PGA championship at Medinah and he is now closing in on Jack Nicklaus' record of 18. Here PA Sport's Carl Markham looks at how the two greatest golfers from different generations match up: DRIVING In recent years Woods' tee shots have become longer but much more erratic. However, because of his formidable power he can get away with hitting it in the rough and sometimes he is so far off line he actually misses the thick stuff altogether and finds a better lie. Nicklaus played in an age of persimmon woods - there was no high-tech titanium - and so length off the tee was not so prodigious. However, the wooden clubs allowed for more control and that is something Nicklaus definitely had the upper hand over Woods on. IRONS Woods' sheer physical bulk means most greens now are reachable in two but he is able to hit shorter irons than anyone else. He also displays a masterful control of distance. Nicklaus was no slouch with the metal clubs either but he often had to hit much longer irons into greens or even, on occasions, lay up. PUTTING Woods is one of the best putters in the world and that has often what has got him out of trouble when his tee-shots go awry. Everyone is fallible with the flat stick but he makes more than his fair share of putts and there are very few players you would want standing over a 10-footer if your life depended on it. Nicklaus had an awkward style not helped by an odd stance but he go the job done and, in the final analysis, that is what counts. MENTALITY Woods is the most mentally tough golfer that ever lived. His late father Earl famously used all kinds of psychology to ensure his son was of strong mind and Woods' record of winning 12 majors having held the lead going into the last day speaks for itself. His record in play-offs is also formidable. Nicklaus could be a steely competitor but he had nowhere near the number of rivals looking to knock him off his perch. However, when he came down the stretch on a Sunday afternoon he knew how to finish things off. PERSONALITY The world number one has an aura about him but his public persona is one of isolation, solitude - almost surliness. However, off the course is seen as genial, generous and warm. Nicklaus was a gentleman in every sense of the word, both on and off the course, and his sportsmanship knew no bounds. Much more welcoming and approachable.