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Tommy Fleetwood of Team Europe wins Nicklaus-Jacklin Award presented by Aon at 45th Ryder Cup
Today, Tommy Fleetwood of Team Europe has been named the recipient of the Nicklaus-Jacklin Award presented by Aon following the conclusion of the 45th Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black in New York.
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