The Masters
Runner-up: Bruce Crampton
Jack Nicklaus won his fourth Masters title, putting him in a tie with Arnold Palmer for most Masters victories at the time. Nicklaus finished three shots clear of Bruce Crampton. It was the first leg of his attempt at the Grand Slam, as he would go on to win the U.S. Open too.
The Masters
1972
Augusta National Golf Club · Augusta, Georgia
Champion
Jack Nicklaus
-2
Winning Score
-2 (286)
Winning Margin
3 strokes
Course
Augusta National Golf Club
Location
Augusta, Georgia
Field Size
72 players