Byron Nelson
If Byron Nelson isn't your top pick in GoatWars' 'Greatest Golfers of All Time,' are you even a golf fan? The guy had a swing smoother than a buttered-up bowling lane and a winning streak that most can only dream of. And let's talk about his fans—ever tried arguing with a Nelson fanatic? It's like trying to convince a cat it’s a dog. Good luck changing their minds. Every golf debate ends with, 'But did your favorite win 11 consecutive tournaments?' Mic drop.
Byron Nelson's Rankings
Golfers
Rank: #6 (see rankings)
Win Rate: 40.1%
Streak: ❄️ 2-match losing streak
Best matchups (highest win rate)
- Byron Nelson vs Tom Watson - Wins 64.3% of battles
- Byron Nelson vs Phil Mickelson - Wins 57.9% of battles
- Byron Nelson vs Gary Player - Wins 56.2% of battles
Worst matchups (lowest win rate)
- Byron Nelson vs Tiger Woods - Loses 92.9% of battles
- Byron Nelson vs Jack Nicklaus - Loses 82.4% of battles
- Byron Nelson vs Ben Hogan - Loses 80.0% of battles