Jack Nicklaus dedicates the Ryder Cup to Arnold Palmer
By Keith Jackson at Hazeltine
Last Updated: 30/09/16 6:13am
The 41st Ryder Cup has been dedicated to the late Arnold Palmer as Jack Nicklaus led a chorus of emotional tributes to his great friend and rival.
The world of sport has been in mourning since the announcement of Palmer's death at the age of 87 on Sunday, and Nicklaus took to the stage at the opening ceremony at Hazeltine to lead the tributes.
"Arnold's lasting legacy will be that he was the most popular player to play the game," said Nicklaus, who was flanked by Tony Jacklin as the pair recalled the famous "concession" in the 1969 Ryder Cup.
"I speak for everyone in mourning our friend Arnold Palmer. We all feel his loss and dedicate these games to his honour. Never forget that the game is about camaraderie and the spirit of sportsmanship, and nobody exemplified the Ryder Cup more than Arnold Palmer."
US captain Davis Love said: "I would like to suggest one more captain working for both teams, our friend Arnold Palmer. He was my captain 20 years ago at the Presidents Cup. His enthusiasm touched all of us. Arnold this one is for you."
European skipper Darren Clarke added: "The start of week was tinged with sadness here and around world at the passing of Arnold Palmer. Golf didn't lose just a King, it lost a true legend. Our thoughts are with his family at this time."
Meanwhile, the players on show at Hazeltine National this week have also paid their respects to the legendary Palmer in a Sky Sports special feature.
Watch the videos to see all the tributes to The King ahead of the Ryder Cup ...
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