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Sport Golf: Top British golfer Tony Jacklin had a drive from the north side of the river
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Sport Golf: Top British golfer Tony Jacklin had a drive from the north side of the river
Sport Golf: Top British golfer Tony Jacklin had a drive from the north side of the river Thames and tried to reach the south bank in one stroke. He was attempting to beat one of the most unusual records in the game of golf. the worlds longest drive. He stood on the roof of the Savoy Hotel, driving golf balls across the river Thames. The great golf character Walter Hagen hit a ball 300 yards in 1923 whilst spending his honeymoon at the Savoy. Other famous players have tried to beat Hagens record. Tony Jacklin on the roof of the Savoy Hotel hitting a golf ball across the Thames today. November 1969 Z11378-005
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In this photo print, we witness a remarkable moment in the world of golf. Top British golfer Tony Jacklin stands tall on the roof of the iconic Savoy Hotel, ready to take on an extraordinary challenge. With determination etched across his face, he prepares to swing his club and launch a golf ball from the north side of the majestic river Thames towards its distant south bank. This audacious feat is no ordinary game; it is an attempt to break one of golf's most unusual records – the world's longest drive. Decades earlier, renowned golfer Walter Hagen had achieved a remarkable 300-yard shot during his honeymoon at this very location. Since then, many famous players have tried but failed to surpass Hagen's record. November 1969 marks another chapter in this ongoing quest for greatness as Tony Jacklin takes center stage. The cityscape serves as a breathtaking backdrop as he unleashes all his skill and power into that decisive stroke. Will he be able to conquer the mighty Thames with just one swing? This mesmerizing photograph captures not only a historic sporting moment but also showcases the spirit of ambition and relentless pursuit of excellence that defines athletes like Tony Jacklin. It immortalizes an unforgettable instance where sport meets adventure against London's enchanting skyline—a testament to human determination pushing boundaries beyond imagination.
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