How far did Nicklaus hit his irons?

The results, as uncovered by our Mike Johnson: Nicklaus averaged 276 yards, the longest on the PGA Tour. He was 4.5 percent longer than the average distance of 260.2.

How far did Jack Nicklaus hit his clubs?

Jack Nicklaus led the tour in driving distance through the midway point of 1970. He averaged 270 yards off the tee. In 128th place was South African golfer Gary Player. A member of golf's big three alongside Nicklaus and Palmer, Player's average tee shot distance was 231 yards.

How far do pro golfers hit a 9 iron?

According the Leaderboard website, PGA Tour players' average 4-iron shots travel 210 to 220 yards (including the roll). They can hit 5-iron shots 195 to 205 yards; 6-iron shots 180 to 190 yards; 7-iron shots 165 to 180 yards; 8-iron shots 150 to 170 yards; and 9-iron shots 140 to 155 yards.

How far does Tiger hit his 8-iron?

He also relaxes before every shot. Tiger hits his 8-iron shots 158 yards with a 3-yard draw.

What was Jack Nicklaus swing speed?

A 118-mph clubhead speed would have ranked around 38th on the PGA Tour in 2019, and Nicklaus was nearing Social Security retirement age when he swung it that fast. You have to think he would have had a few extra MPHs when he was a younger man.

Jack Nicklaus's 1972 1-Iron

How Far Can Jack Nicklaus drive a golf ball?

Throughout his career, Nicklaus would consistently hit mammoth 330-yard drives. Golf Digest estimates that the average driving distance has increased by 15.5 yards over the past 10 years, a period of time where metal drivers have been used.

How far does average golfer hit 7 iron?

The average golfer hits their 7 iron 145 yards, but the average distances will vary between 128 and 160 yards. Golfers in their 20s typically hit the ball the longest, and the distance tends to decrease as the golfer gets older.

How far do pro golfers hit a 6 iron?

How Far Does a Pro Hit a Six Iron? The average PGA Tour pro hits a six iron about 190 yards.

How far should a 70 year old man hit a golf ball?

A 70-year-old man should be hitting a driver anywhere from 180 to 190 yards. This number has grown a bit in the last few years with the introduction of improved driver and shaft technology. At 70 years old, some golfers are having no trouble getting the ball to fly 200 yards or more.

Is a 250 yard drive good?

The average driving distance for a golfer with a 5 handicap or less is 250 yards. You might think that's kind of low for a good golfer but it's pretty realistic for someone who isn't a professional. If you hit the ball the average distance you're really not that far away from the average distance of a scratch golfer.

How far do pros hit a 56 degree wedge?

On average, golfers hit their 56-degree wedge 84 yards, but the range can vary between 75 and 105 yards. Longer hitters who take a full swing typically hit over 100 yards, but most golfers take a 1/2 to 3/4 swing with their sand wedge.

How far did Bobby Jones hit his clubs?

Williams fed videotape of Jones's swing, taken from the previously-mentioned movies, into a biomechanical computer and made all sorts of measurements of the swing. The tape showed Jones driving the ball 250-260 yards, and measured his swing speed at 113 mph.

What is the farthest golf ball ever hit?

The world record recognized by Guinness World Records as the longest drive in a competition is 515 yards (471 m) by 64-year-old Mike Austin in 1974 at the US Senior National Open Qualifier with a 43.5" steel shafted persimmon wood driver.

How far did Ben Hogan drive the golf ball?

Ben Hogan hit his driver 265 yards, according to an article in the June 10, 1949 issue of Time Magazine. Even 15 years later he still hit drives that distance in a Shell's Wonderful World of Golf match against the equally long-hitting Sam Snead.

What is Bryson DeChambeau's longest drive?

In Capital One's The Match, Bryson DeChambeau's 402-yard drive wins the Longest Drive.

Who is the straightest driver on the PGA Tour?

Calvin Peete was the straightest driver in PGA Tour history — these were his 2 accuracy keys.

Who hits further than Bryson?

Move over, Bryson DeChambeau, you may no longer be the king of the power drive. That title now belongs to 20-year-old Wilco Nienaber, who belted a 439-yard drive Thursday. Nienaber hit the shot during the first round of the European Tour's Joburg Open.

How far does DeChambeau hit an 8-iron?

8-iron: 190 yards.

How far does Brooks koepka hit his clubs?

His speed ranged from 105 mph to 139 mph. Meanwhile, his 9-iron went 193 yards, 7-iron to 230 yards, and he went up to 264 yards with a 4-iron.

What percentage of golfers can drive 300 yards?

Distribution Of Driving Distances

Only 4% of golfers drive the ball over 300 yards. The second highest percentage of golfers drive the ball between 225 and 249 on average.

Do graphite irons go further?

The graphite shafts are more forgiving and do not sting when you mishit, and beginner golfers should take advantage of that. Also, the lighter graphite shafts make the irons go farther when hit well, so it is a win-win for golfers in the game improvement section.

What was Tiger Woods longest drive?

Back in 2002, Woods hit the longest drive in PGA Tour history recorded by ShotLink, a 498-yard blast on the par-5 18th on the Plantation Course at Kapalua Resort in Hawaii during the Tournament of Champions.