to win that day, he had to overcome tom watson, greg norman, and according to some, father time.ot a slouch on that list. that day, we were a part of something special. something bigger, just as we now are today. because, in golf, as in all other things, it is not whether you win or lose, it is how you play the game. and no one has played it better, for longer, then jack. so, in the immortal words of an immortal golf announcer, vern lundquist, yes, sir, the congressional gold medal goes to the gentleman from ohio, the golden bear, jack nicklaus. [applause] >> ladies and gentlemen, mr. jack nicklaus. [applause] jack nicklaus: that is a while. mr. speaker, my ohio friends senators mcconnell, senator reid, senator pelosi >> other distinguished members tom mullins. your words have always inspired and comforted her family. jim nance, great friend for many years, i have enjoyed working with you, you are the best. the marching band, larger the last semisolid. thank you all for being here. so many family and friends that took the time to be here today i am humbled. a special thanks to my