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Gary Player’s timeless take on fixing slow play in golf with one simple move
Gary Player is convinced that the key to keeping golf’s appeal growing is to speed up play on the PGA Tour. Since Covid, interest in golf has surged, with more people tuning in regularly to follow PGA Tour events.
Golf News / Field Level Media / November 6
Gary Player: Ryder Cup remarks 'intended to be a warning'
Gary Player clarified his comments about the future of the Ryder Cup in a lengthy post on social media. Player, 90, initially was critical of the biennial
Golf News / Last Word On Sports / October 31
Gary Player’s Secrets to Staying Fit and Playing Golf Four Times a Week at 90
Gary Player has revealed the secrets behind staying fit and regularly playing golf at an advanced age. The 89-year-old is still physically active and has been spotted playing golf on several occasions — something many would find remarkable for someone approaching his 90th birthday.
Find out how the longest driver finished St Andrews’ final seven holes ahead of changes
St Andrews, often called the home of golf, is making adjustments to its famous Old Course to keep pace with the ever-increasing distance in the modern game.
Why Gary Player’s harsh comments about Bobby Jones won’t sit well with Jack Nicklaus
Just before his 90th birthday, Gary Player made a series of bold statements that included a surprising opinion on Bobby Jones. And Jack Nicklaus is likely to disagree with what Player had to say about Jones, who is widely considered one of the best golfers ever.
Golf News / CBSSports.com / October 30
Jack Nicklaus better than Tiger Woods? 'There's no question,' says fellow golf legend Gary Player
Player doesn't believe the Big Cat has done enough to top the Golden Bear when it comes to being golf's all-time greatest player
Gary Player doubles down on his all-time golf top three, insisting there’s no debate
There is always a bit of personal bias when it comes to naming the three greatest golfers ever, and Gary Player has added his voice to the mix with an opinion that might raise a few eyebrows.
Golf News / Last Word On Sports / October 30
Why the Career Grand Slam Defines True Greatness in Golf
The Career Grand Slam is one of the most difficult feats to achieve in golf. In fact, it’s so difficult that only six players in history have ever won it.
Golf News / Last Word On Sports / October 29
'If Tiger Made the Right Choices, He’d Be the GOAT,' Says Gary Player
Gary Player has revealed his top three greatest golfers of all time. The 89-year-old insists he is better than Arnold Palmer and Bobby Jones but stopped just short of naming Tiger Woods as the Greatest Golfer of All Time.
Golf News / Yardbarker / October 29
Gary Player makes bold claim about his place in golf history
Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods are widely considered the two greatest golfers to ever live, while the debate usually begins at No. 3.
Donald Trump discloses Gary Player’s score from their last round on a 6,800-yard course
President Donald Trump and Gary Player have a shared passion for golf and are known to play together regularly. Trump, who frequently plays the game, has allegedly claimed 38 Club Championship wins over the years.
Gary Player exposed truth US media ignored about his rivalry with Jack Nicklaus
Gary Player and Jack Nicklaus spent years going head-to-head in golf’s biggest tournaments. However, these days, they share a close friendship built on decades of shared history.
Golf News / Last Word On Sports / October 20
From World No.1 to Forgotten: Golf’s Most Stunning Downfalls
The golf world has seen legendary golfers over the years like Gary Player, Tiger Woods, and Jack Nicklaus. While these golfers have written their names in the history books, there are others who once appeared to be on their way to legendary status but suddenly fell off the radar.
Gary Player once said Ian Baker-Finch ‘can’t play at all’ after 1991 Open triumph
Gary Player has never been shy about sharing his views on the game of golf, and over the years, he’s built quite a reputation for it. Throughout his career, Player was one of the sport’s most successful figures, racking up 159 wins worldwide.
Gary Player once told golfers to ditch three clubs immediately to improve their game
Gary Player’s record speaks for itself, and it stands right up there among the game’s elite. He picked up an astonishing 159 professional wins across the globe, including 24 PGA Tour victories and nine majors.
Golf News / FirstSportz / August 15
9x Major Champion Gary Player Labels Jordan Spieth’s Career As 'Tragedy' in Brutal Assessment
Veteran golfer Gary Player recently commented on the career of Jordan Spieth. In a brutal assessment, the 9-time major champion labeled Spieth’s career as a “tragedy” following his fall from the top.
Golf News / Blade of Steel / July 21
Scottish Hockey Player Gary Kelly, 19, Tragically Dies in Ibiza Hotel Balcony Fall
Scottish hockey prospect Gary Kelly, Dundee Stars, and Aberdeen Lynx are at the centre of a heartbreaking story as the 19-year-old's sudden death in Ibiza has shaken the sport in Scotland and beyond.
Golf News / Athlon Sports / July 5
Gary Player Reflects on Royal Portrush's Return to the Open Championship
With a little less than two weeks remaining until the 153rd Open Championship tees off at Royal Portrush, golf legend Gary Player couldn't contain his enthusiasm when I caught up with him last week.
Golf News / Golf on ClutchPoints / May 15
2025 Ryder Cup captains outperform their players at PGA Championship
The 2025 PGA Championship teed off on Thursday, with the deepest field in golf tackling the Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina. The PGA of America put the top three-ranked players in the world, Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Xander Schauffele, together.
Golf News / Athlon Sports / May 16
Golf legend has strong message for Jordan Spieth amid PGA Championship
Jordan Spieth is on the hunt for the highly coveted career Grand Slam at the 2025 PGA Championship this week.
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets News / Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on SI / August 14, 2024
Georgia Tech Golfer Christo Lamprecht Named Gary Player International Golfer of the Year
Georgia Tech golfer Christo Lamprecht is one of the best young golfers in the award and today, he was honored with the Gary Player International Golfer of the Year Award.
Golf News / Almost Average Golf / August 3, 2024
Gary Player’s replica Claret Jug Controversy: Auction House fires back
Gary Player, a legendary figure in the golfing world, has recently found himself embroiled in a legal dispute over a replica of the Claret Jug he won in 1974.
Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / August 9, 2023
Nick Saban moves into neighborhood featuring several of golf's heavy hitters
Alabama HC Nick Saban just bought an estate in a Florida neighborhood which houses multiple golf stars.
Golf News / Yardbarker / August 31, 2022
Gary Player: LIV Golf is 'never going to compare to the regular tour. No chance'
"It's a tour for people who don't have confidence in their future," Player said. "They don't have the confidence they can be winners."
Golf News / Yardbarker / June 4, 2019
Our favorite major tournament golf approach shots
Long drives, pin-point tee balls on par 3s and those twisting, turning 50-foot putts are what drive the galleries crazy at professional golf tournaments, especially those of the major variety. But what about the approach shots?
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