Aaron Rai receives hand-written letter from Jack Nicklaus after PGA win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 11:39 AM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Aaron Rai, the first Englishman in over a century to win the PGA Championship, recently revealed he received a hand-written letter from golf legend Jack Nicklaus. Rai, who secured his first major title at the 2026 PGA Championship, expressed his surprise and excitement upon discovering the letter in his mailbox. He also shared a story about leaving a note of encouragement for fellow golfer Pablo Larrazabal, highlighting his supportive nature. Rai is set to compete next at the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale.
- •Rai won the PGA Championship, becoming the first Englishman in a century to do so.
- •He received a hand-written letter from Jack Nicklaus after his victory.
- •Rai encouraged fellow golfer Pablo Larrazabal with a note during the season.
- •Rai will compete at the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale.
- 11:39 AMYahoo Sports — Aaron Rai reveals Jack Nicklaus mailed him a letter after PGA Championship win
"PGA champion Aaron Rai reveals he received a surprise hand-written letter from golf legend Jack Nicklaus.
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