[Fuji TV] The Greatest Player in Japanese Golf History: Jumbo Ozaki. A Look Back at His Glorious Path - "Jumbo Ozaki Memorial Special: Immortal Glory, Solitary Radiance" to be Broadcast!

Program URL: https://otn.fujitv.co.jp/b_hp/926200071.html

CS broadcast channel Fuji TV ONE Sports & Variety has announced that it will air a memorial special for Masashi Ozaki, the peerless professional golfer who passed away in December 2025 after leading the development and international recognition of Japanese golf for many years. The program, titled "Jumbo Ozaki Memorial Special: Immortal Glory, Solitary Radiance," is scheduled to air on Sunday, March 29, from 7:45 PM to 8:45 PM.

Masashi Ozaki, affectionately known as "Jumbo Ozaki," was a man who established numerous legends. An immortal icon who captivated golf fans around the world with his aggressive style of play—fueled by overwhelming driving distance—and a delicate touch that could be described as artistic, this program looks back on his glorious path.

Ozaki became a symbolic figure in Japanese golf, securing a total of 94 victories on the domestic tour and winning the prize money title 12 times. Notably, he holds the record for the most wins in the history of the Fujisankei Classic, with four victories. In this program, Katsuyuki Tobari and Yohei Takeshita (Fuji TV announcer) look back on those winning moments alongside original broadcast footage from the time. Katsuyuki Tobari, who has watched over the Japanese golf world for many years, shares his fond memories of Jumbo Ozaki.

[Comment] Katsuyuki Tobari "I have watched him for a long time. Jumbo Ozaki was a person who seemed to live his life alongside golf. And I believe he was one of the people who changed the Japanese golf scene. I have talked about many things, including how we first met, so please watch."

<Masashi Ozaki> Won his first professional tournament in 1971 at the age of 24. Recorded 5 wins in 1973, the year the domestic tour began, and became the first-ever prize money king. Total career victories: 113 (All-time record) Domestic tour victories: 94 (All-time record) Prize money titles: 12 (All-time record) Career earnings: 2.68 billion yen (All-time record) Inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2010. Also known by the nickname "Jumbo Ozaki."

<Program Overview> Title: "Jumbo Ozaki Memorial Special: Immortal Glory, Solitary Radiance" Broadcast Channel: Fuji TV ONE Sports & Variety Streaming Channels: Fuji TV ONEsmart, FOD Premium Broadcast Date and Time: Sunday, March 29, 7:45 PM – 8:45 PM *Broadcast date and time are subject to change without notice. Please check the official website for the latest information. Program URL: https://otn.fujitv.co.jp/b_hp/926200071.html

[Cast] Katsuyuki Tobari Yohei Takeshita (Fuji TV announcer)