1962 U.S. Open Preview: Palmer picks Nicklaus to win

60 years ago this week the U.S. Open was played at Oakmont, Arnold Palmer's "home" course. The Sports Time Traveler is making the trip there.

Arnold Palmer tees off during a practice round at Oakmont “yesterday” in preparation for the 1962 U.S. Open which begins in two days

OAKMONT June 12, 1962 - The 1962 U.S. Open golf tournament starts in “two days". Arnold Palmer is at the height of his career. He has already won 6 tournaments “this season” including the prestigious Colonial, the Tournam…