| Congratulations on your lastest 3rd placing in the British Open! It's the sort of things story books are written about. I've followed your career for such a long time, before I even knew who you were. I was driving past the golf course @ Penrith NSW, many years ago to watch from the side of the road, this big blonde guy hit the ball in the pro-am. Later learnt it was Greg Norman (way before you had ever won a major) I have follow your career ever since, you always make me proud to be an Australian. Congrate's for you & Chrissie, best wishes for the future! |
- Glenn
Australia |
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| WOW - what a great Open! I loved seeing you play again. You've always been my favorite golfer since about 1985 when I started playing golf. I got to educate my kids this weekend on you. Congrats on a great tournament. I hope you decide to play the Masters next April. |
- Sean
Lawrenceburg, KY |
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| WOW! Great tournament Greg. It was really fantastic to be able to watch you play so well at the British Open. For the first time in years I felt the anxiety of watching your shots on Sat and Sun. I'm sorry but I am a selfish fan who loves to watch you play. Thanks for over 25 years of watching what a class person you have been. Please play more your fans miss what we saw last weekend. Thanks & good luck this week. |
- Ken
Jacksonville, FL |
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| Congratulations Greg on a truly inspirational performance, your score was only surpassed by your sportsmanship. You have got me back on the golf course after 5 years away, you are a wonderful ambassador for golf and a great role model for all Australians, please play some more! Regards, |
- Graham
Sydney, Australia |
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| Wow!!! Greg - many of us had tears in our eyes. I know I couldn't sleep Sunday night, although I was going to work the next day - so although I recorded the Open, I had to watch it live anyway. But the best thing about this is that I am so lucky to have been around at a time to see you play thoughout the years and the Open brought that back to me (I am 34). In my Sydney Golf Club (New Brighton) we have younger blokes who really didn't get to see your best moments in the 80's and 90's. To them, you are somewhat of a historic legend. But now you are not a historic legend, you are a current legend. And when I saw these kids again yesterday, there was this new motivation among them. You did that. Like the 5 iron from 120 yards. I mean, who does that? Well I can tell you, the kids at New Brighton do that now! Do me a favour - start seriously practicing 8 weeks before the US Masters. We want to see it one more time - please!!! |
- David
Sydney, Australia |
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| You're an inspiration to all of us. A Golfing legend and a total gentlemen. Great performance at the Open and please come back next year! |
- Phil
Llandudno, North Wales, UK |
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| Greg, En though I was on vacation and wanted to pull myself away from the TV I just could not. I watched because I was pulling for you to do well. You deserve all of the great press you are getting by always being a class act and a great role model for our children. You are a winner on many different fronts. |
- Bill
Rockton, Illinois |
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| Greg, As a 55 year old who plays in many senior tournaments, I can't commend you enough for what you accomplished at the British. Even at the outstanding physical shape you keep yourself in, I understand the limitations of the 50 year old body. I personally believe those four days of golf belong in the ALL-TIME great sporting performances. Every day had to get tougher and I personally look at the last day 77 as a phenomenal round under the circumstances...four straight days of golf at 53 in those conditions? Unbelievable. I also want to give kudos for the remarkable way you handled yourself with the media. You stayed within yourself in every interview I saw and I appreciate the modesty and honesty in your comments. You and your family have a great deal to be proud of. Thanks for the inspiration and hope you continue on the path of peace and happiness.! |
- Frank
Lafayette, LA |
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| Greg, It was indeed a wonderful performance,I always new when healthy that you could compete with anybody on either tour.You still drive the ball further than most of the guys on the regular tour,I would just like to see you play a little more golf i still think you have allot of winning left in you good luck this week. |
- Phil
Pittsburgh, PA |
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| Greg, what a perfomance! you make me proud to be an Aussie mate thank you not can sum this up quick. GREG NORMAN IS A CLASS ACT!!! |
- Ralph
San Angelo, Texas |
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| Hi Greg, Congratulations on you fatastic acheivement at the open this week,I have been a loyal fan of your for years and beleive you to be such an inspirational character, I really enjoyed playing the Golf Course you designed at Doonbeg Co. Clare and if you ever fancy a game there give me a call, Best of luck at the British Seniors Open this week. |
- Niall
Dublin, Ireland |
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| Greg, what a perfomance! you make me proud to be an Aussie mate thank you not only for the open but for all the memories, thanks for coming back every year to Australia to Support our local tour,Thanks for mentoring our young golfers and Llleyton as well,thanks for being a true gentlemen! everyone can be a good winer but only a real man can be as gracious in defeat as he is in victory and thanks for being the greatest Sportsmen this country has ever produced we all love you shark win loose or draw you had a country follwing you all the way once again like we have done fo the last 25 yrs this ocuntry loves you well done mate! |
- Dean
Melbourne, Australia |
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| Congratulations on your marriage and your outstanding performance in the British Open last week. I have been a loyal fan of yours since 1986 and it was a thrill to see you play again. Good luck in the Senior Open this week....my husband and I will be watching! |
- Ronna
Bradenton, Florida |
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| Greg, I wish I knew where to start. You have truly been an inspiration to me for as long as I can remember. I am 37 years old and have followed your career with all the great highs and lows, you inspired me to take up golf as a teenager and you still inspire me now as an adult and father. I sat there on my lounge watching you this last weekend until 4am just as I remember doing as a kid and the feelings were amazing. I was actually feeding my 3 month old son at one stage of your final round and I told him that he was priveleged to witness such an man as yourself. I told him that you were the best golfer his father had ever seen and an absoulte great Australian. Forget all those knockers in the past Greg you have always been in my eyes a hero. PS. If you are ever in the neighbourhood drop me a line and I'll buy you a beer. |
- Michael
Newcastle, NSW, Australia
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| Well it may not have happened in the final round of the Open but not to worry, you showed us all that you've still got the talent to take on the worlds best even as a part time golfer these days. That's what makes it truly remarkable. No other proffesional golfer could possibly do the same thing and contend in a major after such limited golf. There's nothing to say you can't repeat your efforts of the Open in the upcoming Majors or normal tour events so please do it for all your fans and give it a go. I have no doubt you can do it again. Thanks for the memories over the past 25 years and those you now give to my kids. |
- Andrew
Sydney, Australia |
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| Greg - many congratulations on your fantastic performance at the Open at Royal Birkdale in trying conditions. It was just so exciting to have you back in the game. I must say, you made golf really exciting again and have got people talking golf again in Australia. You showed the sporting world again what a champion sportsman you are. Your legacy to Australian golf is unsurpassed and you have always been a wonderful ambassador for our country - and the game of golf. A class act always in victory and in defeat. It was just so good to have you back! Best wishes for your new life with Chris Evert. |
- Charlie
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia |
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| As with many other Aussies I've sat up through the nights for the past 30 years watching Greg Norman playing for all of us. If he lipped a putt or his opponent chipped in from a bunker we probably felt it more than he did. More than any other Aussie he was not just Greg Norman but "Australia" when he competed. When I commenced watching the first night of the British open & saw the conditions I felt sorry for him before it started. I went back to my old habit of covering my eyes when he putted. Then after Round 3 I was astounded & irrespective of the final result the MAN had grown even bigger in my eyes. I just hope he knows how proud he has made all us Aussies feel by his attitude & composure in that final round knowing that the knives were probably being sharpened by the cynics & "tall poppy" cutters! "Saludo Greg" & thanks mate.
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- Shane
Gold Coast Australia |
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| Congratulations, Greg, on a really great performance. You have been an inspiring golfer to many players, including myself, who first saw you at the inaugural Palm Meadows on the Gold Coast. All the best to you and Chris for the future. Kind regards, |
- Helen
Ashgrove, Brisbane, Australia
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| Greg, congratulations on your fine form during the Open Championship. Your efforts are truly inspiring to me both professionally and as a keen golfer. I have been a fan for as long as I can remember. Your achievements on and off the course are remarkable. You are a true Aussie hero. Greg thanks. |
- Nick
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia |
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| Greg bought back wonderful memories at the Open. Non golfers just would not appreciate the magnitude of Greg's performance given the level of tournament golf that he plays nowadays. It was simply awesome to see and an inspiration to see what one is capable of when they look after themselves. You can bet your life that quick convenient fast food would never pass Greg's lips. A fine example to all. Having seen it all to the very end in the wee hours of the morning I feel young again at 40. |
- Ahmed
Melbourne, Australia |
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| Greg, you are a true champion by any measure. Fierce competitor, gracious in victory and defeat - an absolute role model. Padraig's acceptance speech speaks volumes for how you are regarded across the globe. Hope to see you in the other majors again. |
- Adam
Adelaide, South Australia |
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| Your play, demeanor, sportsmanship and class during the Open was inspiring. Whether you continue to play tournament golf or not, we are, and always will be, proud to be called Shark fans! Your comment about having "a happy mind" really touched my wife and me. It is true in golf and in life and we wish you and Chris the best of life and love together. |
- Jerry & Darcy
Oklahoma City, OK |
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| Mr. Norman, Your performance at the open was amazing. You define the sport of Golf, and brought back what golf has been missing in recent years. Notably players who don't arrive at the course with a swing coach, sports psychologist, and entourage. You came to play and brought your "A" game. It was a joy to watch. In the current stage of your life you never have to pick up a club and play competitively again, if that's your choice, for you have nothing to prove. But thank you for picking the club up at the open. It was a pleasure to see a Pro having fun playing the game.
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- George
Chicago, IL |
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| Greg, Congratulations on a great performance. To play with such skill when only being a 'part time' golfer, shows just how much talent and class you have. Well Done
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- Scott
Canberra, Australia
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| You showed a ton of heart this week. Most of the world's best golfers didn't have the will to play in that type of weather. You are truly an inspiration to a generation of golf fans. Best of luck always. Go win the Senior Open, Shark!
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- Tony
Cincinnati, Ohio |
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| ...and I thought after attending the final round at Torrey, my golf year was complete! Thanks for a great weekend. Hopefully some of the younger players will take notice this year of how you (and Rocco) go about your business with a smile and personality, and can still remain competitive..thanks Greg |
- Martin
San Diego,CA |
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| It was an absolute pleasure to see you competing and attempting to garner your third major. You truly made the tournament exciting for me and all my friends. You are still my favorite golfer and watching the open was like going back in time. I realze your are very successful and an international businessman but for us fans please make time to give us the thrills again and again. Congratulations to you in your marraige and I hope you AND Chris are both happy and enjoy your life's for many years to come. |
- Michael
Hamden, Connecticut |
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| Mr. Norman, Thanks for your inspirational run at the British Open and I hope this means more appearances at the majors coming up for the next few years. I have always had you at the top of my list of the greatest golfers and a big reason for that is how you've handled your setbacks as well as the victories. Thanks again and keep up the good work, both on and off the course. |
- Doug
Mount Prospect, IL |
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| Greg- Congratulations on a fantastic weekend! You embody a true champion and sportsman, and I really hope to see you play a few more rounds in the coming years. Best of luck this weekend! |
- Mark
Atlanta, GA |
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| Greg: A stirring and truly inspiring performance at the Open. You are easily in the top 5 of all who have ever played the game and more importantly #1 in comportment. Thank you for many great golf memories. |
- George
Saratoga, Calif. |
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| Greg I simply want to say thank you, this past weekend I enjoyed watching golf as much as I did years ago when you were playing often. Congratulations on a wonderful match, thank you for the thrills, best of luck this week at the Seniors Open, and look forward to seeing you in the Masters next year. |
- Tom
Waterloo ON Canada |
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| A great Queenslander and a great Australian. Well done Greg. You turned the clock back not only for yourself but for your army of fans around the world. I was absolutely cactus at work Monday morning....had virtually no sleep for 4 days!!! It was just like old times!! Cant wait until the Masters next year!!!! P.S.That bunker shot on the 16th on Friday was unbelievable! |
- Mark
Brisbane, Australia |
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| Greg - From all of us at River Rim Ranch, congratulations on a truly remarkable and inspirational performance this past weekend. Watching you show the younger talents in the golf world how it is truly done was pure pleasure. We wish you and Chrissie all the best in life and your upcoming tournaments. |
- Your Friends at River Rim Ranch
Tetonia, ID |
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| Your play in the '80's inspired me to take up the game; I saw you in Arkansas at the Greg Norman Challenge in 1990 and you held my 2 year old son for a photo treasured by us both and remain a golf inspiration for us both - keep going and well played Shark! |
- James
Little Rock, Arkansas |
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| Dear Greg, Congratulations on your magnificent performance. I was glued to my television for 4 days; you really showed the youngsters what a true champion you are. I do sincerely hope you come back to UK next year for the next Open. I would also like to congratulate you on your marriage to Chris Evert, another class act and champion who we are very proud of. |
- Richard
Staffordshire, United Kingdom |
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| You are one true role model and I thank you for all the excitement you gave us in the open! |
- Aidan
Stanley, New Brunswick, Canada |
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| Dear Mr. Norman, Thank you for the most exciting open I have ever seen. You are brilliant and I enjoyed watching every moment of your outstanding performance. You are also a fantastic ambassador for all sport and once again thank you for making this years open very special indeed. I hope to see much more of you back on the circuit soon. |
- Derek
Aylesbury, England |
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| Greg, what a way to celebrate a honeymoon. You are an inspriation for all of us 5o plus guys. The way you conduct yourself as a true gentleman and the way that you show that taking care of one's body is a reflection of that person. Much life sucess to you and your family. |
- Russ
Dawsonville, GA |
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| What an Open! You could have won, just the same, had a few of the lipped putts fell. Things may have unfolded a little differently. You played your heart out, grinding through the worst conditions imaginable, and came up a hair short. While some will take the easy way, and say you choked, your true and loyal fans know that you gave it your all on every shot. Winning is not the only measure of a real champion. Losing with dignity and grace, holding your head high, and acknowledging how well Padraig played when it was on the line towards the last few holes, shows me and the world how great a player and sportsman you are in a world of selfish and self centered athletes. You're the best , Shark and I sincerely believe that. Best of luck in the Senior Opens and I hope to see you at the Masters' next spring. G'day! |
- Darrell
Montreal, Quebec |
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| Like all of your fans, of which there are many, i felt that good old feeling as i watched the name Greg Norman linger at the top of the leaderboard once again...i have tried to move on over the last several years, to find a new player worthy of my devotion, that the era of "The SHARK" was over, but wait, just when i thought it couldn't happen, you brought all of those feelings flooding back...like so many i rearranged my weekend plans to make sure i didn't miss a single shot...nobody gets my blood pumping like you...and i see from the flood of supporters on this site that i am far from alone...i am 36 years old, and you have been my only true sports hero for now about 22 years...the way of the shark is a fantastic approach to golf, life, and you will always be my hero... |
- Mike
Aurelia, Iowa |
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| What an Open! You could have won, just the same, had a few of the lipped putts fell. Things may have unfolded a little differently. You played your heart out, grinding through the worst conditions imaginable, and came up a hair short. While some will take the easy way, and say you choked, your true and loyal fans know that you gave it your all on every shot. Winning is not the only measure of a real champion. Losing with dignity and grace, holding your head high, and acknowledging how well Padraig played when it was on the line towards the last few holes, shows me and the world how great a player and sportsman you are in a world of selfish and self centered athletes. You're the best , Shark and I sincerely believe that. Best of luck in the Senior Opens and I hope to see you at the Masters' next spring. G'day! |
- Kevin
Martinsburg, PA |
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| Dear Mr Norman: I lived and died with every shot you made in the 80's and 90's so the weekend was like enjoying a bottle of fine wine you've kept for a special occasion. I enjoyed every sip all weekend long, and yes, I like your vintages when I find them in Toronto. Astounding performance by anyone of any age. Thanks! |
- Frank
Toronto |
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| Dear Greg, thank you for a great weekend of golf. You looked great out there. I wish you the best in all you do. Loved the baseball hat with the Shark logo. Hope to see more of you on Sundays! |
- Daryl
OBX, NC |
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| Great to see you out there again playing your heart out. You're a class act... |
- Don
Washington State |
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| Greg, Congratulations on a stunning performance at The Open your ability to play in those conditions at your age proves that your still one of the best golfers to pick up a club. I have enjoyed your career for years dating back to Inverness. I was standing on the green in disbelief when Tway hit that bunker shot in the hole on 18. The golf gods still owe you I thought it was going to happen this weekend but instead it would be more fitting at Augusta National where I assume you will be in April of 2009!!!! Norman Rules!!! |
- Kevin
Atlanta |
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| Greg Norman, CLASS, CLASS, CLASS. Win or lose, I'm glad to see you happy, having fun and enjoying life. All the best! |
- Terry
Louisville, KY |
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| Mr. Norman; I have to tell you what great golf watching it was this weekend. I am sure you keep scratching your head, not totally believing how good you played all weekend. 53 and still able to hold your own with the young guys was truly amazing. The conditions were brutal and you come in third!! (Not a bad place to be) CONGRATS... and i hope to see more of you out there. If not.. People can sure learn a thing or two from you. ONE CLASS ACT. Thank you. |
- Maureen
Illinois |
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| It was with great pleasure that I watched Mr. Norman play. Leading for 3 rounds in those tough conditions was unbelievable. In many ways I see him as the winner of the tournament for just that reason. I hope to see more of him. I watched Mr. Norman in his prime and thought his weekend was fabulous - had not seen Mr. Norman play in a long time - wish it had been a win but nothing to hang one's head about. I shall be watching this weekend and wish the best for the great Shark Attack! |
- Phebe
Lady's Island, SC |
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| I know you are disappointed but you are correct, you held your head high and I look forward to seeing you in person at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. Your legacy will only grow by this marvelous display of golf you put on for everyone this weekend. You make all of us "seniors" proud, Good Luck in the Senior Open this week and next week at the U S Senior Open, I am looking forward to watching you live. THANK YOU Mr. Norman. |
- Larry
Las Cruces, NM |
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| Greg, thank you so much for the excitement you provided over this past week. Although from a selfish point I would love to see you play every week I respect your decision to limit play. I still have all the memories of previous years when you did truly dominate the tour. As I watched Sunday's finish with several friends I feel one of them put it best when he said "Greg Norman is true class." Thanks again. |
- Dave
Springfield, Illinois |
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| Thanks Greg! You are a true inspiration! The 2008 British Open is only gonna be remembered for one man.. Greg Norman!! |
- Christian
Aarhus, Denmark |
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| Greg - what a great weekend. To see you there in the hunt, with your Shark logo hat, brings back so many great memories. Fantastic job. Best wishes. |
- Peter
San Diego, CA |
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| Mr. Norman, It was great seeing you play this weekend. It really looked like you were enjoying yourself - your fans surely enjoyed watching you. Best of luck in the future. |
- Mitch
Malden, Missouri |
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| Mr. Norman, Thank you. I hope the masses can appreciate how great a week of golf that was; The wind, the rain, the temperature. You brought my family and friends great excitement all week with your stellar play. I really miss watching you play golf, but I can understand your lack of desire to play more tournament golf. I respect your decision. Please know that my golf attire is the Greg Norman Collection. I am always out at the course representing you and please undertsand that you clothing line for me is not limited to only the golf course. You are the reason I took up the game of golf in 1995. I had watched the game on television before but none of the players had your panache. Thanks for some great memories. You made an appearance at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort in Farmington, PA in 1996. The Resort is owned by Joe Hardy. I came to the event in hopes of meeting you. I enjoyed watching you play and you were kind enough to sign an autograph for me. I would however, like to apologize for the behavior of some of those fans on that day. I can't begin to imagine how hard it is to be you. Thank you again for a great weekend of British Open golf. I can't say thank you enough for the excitement you gave me this week. Congratulations on your marriage with Chris Evert. I am glad to see that you are at peace. Good luck in your next two Senior events. I will not miss a minutes worth of coverage. Sincerely, |
- Joshua
Brownsville, Pennsylvania |
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| Cefore the Open the story was who was going to replace Tiger.Well You did Greg!! You were amazing. Your sportsmanship and classy approach to everything that the course and the pundits threw at you was what golf is all about.You reminded everyone all the other players the fans and the media how the game is suppose to be played and how a player should carry himself.It will be great to see you at the 09 Masters and we will be on your team for the Senior Open and the Senior US Open. |
- Steve
Newmarket, Ontario, Canada |
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| Greg: Superb effort this past weekend! Continue on at the Senior British Open!!! |
- Norm
Surprise, Arizona |
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| Congatulations, One of the last true shot makers, hope you enjoy your time in the uk...good luck for the future. |
- Peter
Newport, UK |
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| Greg, I hope to run into you at Augusta. I promised myself that I would attend the Masters in if you qualified. Well, much to your surprise, you did. |
- Ted
Baton Rouge, LA |
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| Greg, What a weekend of golf !! The perfect final pairing " The Shark and an Irishman ". I wanted you to win so desperately but if it was not to be then Padraig had my vote. I was lucky to see you at the K Club and Mount Juliet some time ago and you have lost none of your skills and professionalism. I will be glued to the TV for your next two majors. The best of Irish luck. |
- Gerry
Dublin, Rep Of Ireland |
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| You were awesome this past weekend!..I loved watching you. You've STILL 'got it'. Hope to see you in the Masters in 09! |
- Annette
Woonsocket, Rhode Island |
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| Greg: Your performance was awesome!!!! Your iron play is still the best in the word. You have every reason to hold your head high. You are truly a gentleman and one hellva golf professional. Believe it or not but your picture hangs right inside my front door in the foyer. Its the one with your back to the crowd leaning on your putter. I am now even more proud that it hangs there. Best of luck to you and Chris. |
- Keith
Myrtle Beach, SC |
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| Greg's performance was inspirational! He changed what could have been a mediocre Championship into an exciting and awesome battle. Thanks Greg for bringing the unpredictability back into golf - young golfers take note!
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- Jackie
Manchester, UK |
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| Greg - I have been a long time fan and spectator golf has not been the same for me since you limited your play. Thanks for a great weekend and your tremendous run at the Open. Good luck this week. |
- Brian
Indianapolis, IN |
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| Simplemente le digo, sientase orgulloso ya que lo que ha hecho esta semana en el Open es grandioso, mi familia y yo estamos orgullosos de como jugó Usted en esta semana, gracias Greg. |
- Francisco
Reynosa, Tam, Mexico |
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| Greg, I'm proud to be a great fan of yours, having followed your career for at least 25 years. My wife even accuses me of being your "mini me" because I wear your brand of shirts and hats, belong to your wine club, am a member of Meadowbrook Farms GC, etc. I believed you would win your third Claret Jug, and you would have if some of the putts that rimmed out had dropped in on Sunday. I'm glad you're holding your head high because you played a fabulous tournament. Good luck this week at Royal Troon! |
- Peg
Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina |
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| Greg, What a week!!! I was glued to the television and just want to say Congratulations for all of the terrific golf. I have been a fan for many years and have always enjoyed watching you play. Your grace, competitiveness and sportsmanship on the golfcourse and off will always be something young golfers will emulate and that is something to be proud of. Good luck this week!! |
- Donna
Riverview, NB, Canada |
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| Greg, I'm proud to be a great fan of yours, having followed your career for at least 25 years. My wife even accuses me of being your "mini me" because I wear your brand of shirts and hats, belong to your wine club, am a member of Meadowbrook Farms GC, etc. I believed you would win your third Claret Jug, and you would have if some of the putts that rimmed out had dropped in on Sunday. I'm glad you're holding your head high because you played a fabulous tournament. Good luck this week at Royal Troon! |
- Jim
Houston, Texas |
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| Mr Norman (Greg), I just want to say congratulations. To get yourself in a position to win a major, let alone the Open Championship, is a feat 99.9999999 percent of golfers may only dream of. You have always been a winner in not only golf but, in business, attitude, and frankly creating the archetype of the modern golf champion. Thanks for another memory I will keep with me for the rest of my life. I have a passion for golf; playing, its rich history, and frankly how it shows the real character of a person.I have not had the greatest few years, losing my father, my job, my physical health. But what I haven't lost is my admiration for those who compete, and give it there all. I admire and envy that. Thank you so much for 4 wonderful days. Many times my late father and I would sit and watch "The Shark", compete and turn a golf tournament into a must see event. Your final round in the '93 Open Championship was probably the finest round of golf I have seen, no disrespect to Tiger, Jack, Ben, Bobby, Harry, Old Tom, or Young Tom. You were and always will be the "The Shark". Well, I got a bit off track but, good luck at the Sr Open this week and I really look forward to seeing you back at Augusta. |
- Don
Lafayette, LA |
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| Greg. I have always enjoyed watching you play golf but this Open was something else. Despite losing, I thought you played magnificently. You rolled back the years. It was just like old times watching your confident stride as you ate up the course and mastered the adverse conditions. I hope you have msny more years of enjoyment. PS. Congratulations on your marriage. |
- Jim
Ash Vale, Surrey, UK |
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| Greg, Well done sir, you brought honor to your sport, your country, and your name. In the recent Major League Baseball Home Run Derby in which Josh Hamilton hit an incredible and memorable 28 1st-round home runs, then Jason Morneau won the title; the memory of Josh Hamilton's magic is what will linger. Likewise your gritty performance will be remembered here as well. And all that while on your honeymoon with (still!) America's sweetheart! Darn you Greg Norman! Well done. |
- Tom
St. Louis, Missouri |
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| Greg, for 30 years I have stayed up late at night and rose early in the morning to watch you stride the fairways in that confident and yet engaging manner that sets you apart from the rest. Thank you so much for another 4 days of nerve tingling anticipation, it feels like you take us with you mate, you are a truly great Australian icon. I now hope that your Open efforts serve to inspire the many talented young Aussies on the various golf tours around the world to step up to the next level and achieve what so many of them are capable of... enjoy your tennis. |
- Andrew
Adelaide, Australia |
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| Greg. You are awesom - leading for 3 days and finishing 3rd. Great showing. Nice to win but you experienced yet another thrill the rest of us can only watch. live well. it's nice to see you in a good place and enjoying it. and it's nice to see you in love and sharing it all with someone by your side. |
- Mike
Shrewsbury, MA |
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| Congratulations on a fantastic four days Greg. Been a fan since the mid 1980s and your heart is as big as ever. On a side note, where can one pick up the Sunday-worn black baseball cap?? Would love to have one. Good luck the next two weeks! |
- David
Cleveland, Ohio |
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| Greg, Thanks for a great weekend! I was not planning on watching the Open this year, but you played so well on Thursday I changed my golf schedule this weekend to watch you again. It was like old times watching you on the course. I wanted you to win as much as anyone, but as a guy who is 49 and plays against younger golfers at the club, you made us all proud. At 53 you have nothing to prove. Enjoy what you have accomplished and enjoy what lies ahead of you. |
- Michael
Birmingham, AL |
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| Dear Greg: Yesterday was my 53rd birthday, and it would have been sweet if you could have pulled off such an unexpected victory but as others have already mentioned it was an exhilarating ride to watch you compete over those four days. I've been a fan since your Open win in '86, so I've watched the ups and downs over the years. I thought that feeling I get of watching you compete in a major was a thing of the past, but it all came back again these last few days. Thanks for making the Open a wonderful experience to watch and congratulations on your excellent play. Who would have thought we fans would get to have that thrill again? Good luck in the next couple of weeks, and as others have said, I hope you'll make the trip to Augusta next year. It would be great to see you playing in the Masters again. Keep enjoying life, as you certainly always do. |
- Mark
London, Ontario, Canada |
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| Way to go Greg! Very proud of your grit and determination. You truly did turn back the clock. See you in Augusta!!! |
- Craig
Hamilton, Ohio |
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| Greg, I was not into golf at the time of your "early" career, but now that I'm a golf amateur and I watch regularly on TV all the events I must tell you I never found myself so excited and supproting for anybody like I did for you the last 4 days...I could not believe you were the same I knew was already a legend 20 years ago. Thanks for the emotion!!! |
- Lorenzo
Rome, Italy |
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| Mr. Norman, There is an old saying that the worth of a man is determined by how he handles losing, not winning. You have always presented yourself with class, whether holding the trophy yourself or applauding the gentleman who did. I raise my glass to you Mr. Norman, good luck to you and Chris in your future together. |
- Mark
Broadlands, Virginia |
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| Greg, I was at the Telus Skins Game at Predator Ridge. When I saw you can the eagle putt on #8, I said to my buddy "he looks like original SHARK". The next day you were gracious enough to sign my copy of your latest book. Something that sits in a case on my office desk. You were great to see live and I admire how you took on the Open with the "attack life" motto. It is what makes you so dynamic. You made the Open fantastic to watch. I hope you are victorious next weekend!! |
- John
Calgary, Canada |
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| Greg, Thanks for once again making golf fun to watch. You made the weekend more enjoyable than I could imagine. Your great golf and class make you the greatest of all time in my book.Your go for it attitude that you've always had is missing in the current ho hum smileless faces on the tour today. Hope to see you more in the future. |
- Jim
Allentown, PA |
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| Greg, was so pumped watching the last few days, just a class act on/off the course. Hopefully you'll play some more events on TOUR and I'll be able to bump into you. Good luck in the Snr Open. |
- David Lutterus
Orlando, FL |
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| Greg, I just wanted to say how proud I am of your performance this week at the 137th Open Championship. I am a 34-year old golf professional who has followed your career since the '86 Masters. If there was a tournament that you were playing in anywhere in the world, I was glued to the television or the computer depending on where the tournament was played and the coverage given to it. I wear nothing but Greg Norman Collection and I have tried (the key word is tried) to fashion my game the same way as yours. I admire your class and sportmanship that you show every time you step on the tee. As a high school golf coach, I use you as an example to my players for your sportmanship, determination, class, and work ethic. I will admit that after you gave Jose Maria Olazabal all he could handle at Augusta in '99, I was starting to come to terms that I may not see the Shark swimming in cotention in a regular tour event. While I support everything that you do in the business world, my heart longed to see you play more. I traveled to watch you play at RTJ at the 2000 President's Cup, at TPC Avenel, and at Bethpage at the '02 US Open. I had the privelege of meeting your family at those events and I could not find nicer people in your children. I wrote to you wishing you the best recovery after your shoulder surgery and you took the time to write back. That is why I am and always will be a fan of the Shark. I understand that you are content with a more limited playing schedule and I congratulate you and Chris on your marriage and I wish you both nothing but joy and happiness. You can be sure that I will be glued to the coverage of the Sr.Open at Royal Troon and the Sr. US Open at Broadmoor. It's time to exact some revenge on Royal Troon. I smell a savage Shark attack coming these next two weeks. Also, while I know it's a distant thought from now, but I truly believe that there is another chapter to be written at Augusta next spring. You have always said that you dreams are the blueprint of reality, and I still believe in the dream of you slipping on a green jacket. After seeing you battle the world's best this week, I will work a little bit harder in my golf shop, in my coaching and teaching, and with my own game. As I read all of these responses from all of your Shark fans around the world, I believe that we will all take some of what you showed us this weekend into our daily lives and own golf games. Congrats and Good Luck at Troon and Broadmoor. |
- Dan
Langhorne, PA |
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| Please remember the roar of the crowd as you walked the last hole, your fans loved to see you where you belong.You have and always will be a champion. Thank you for giving us another chance to see your class. May we see you in a Major again very soon. |
- Craig
Melbourne, Australia
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| Well done, Greg - superb performance you should really proud of yourself for someone who hardly plays tournament golf these days you showed the youngsters how to play.I will always remember that that 5 iron 121 yards you hit at the 5th on sat what a golf shot. Good luck for the senior british this week you can win it and I hope we see you at the Masters next year and give it one more go.The great white shark is still going strong on the golf course. |
- Paul
Melbourn, NR Cambridge, England |
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| Dear Greg, thanks for the greatest four days of my life. Reliving the great times of my youth, sitting up till 4am again so pumped that sleep was never an option was an enormous thrill I thought had passed me by. As shattered I was that it didn't come off, I wouldn't trade a second of it. I'm looking at an autograph you gave me on 30.11.76, from which moment you became the sole reason for watching the majors. Augusta in 09 will again be worth the early morning start... Congratulations on your new love and the start of your new life. Thanks again. |
- Matt
Melbourne, Victoria |
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| Greg You were my 'hero' when I was playing golf as a teenager and I felt that again this last week when I was rooting for you over ALL the other players. You are a true sportsman, gentleman and a great ambassador for golf. The British Open has been missing something over the last few years and I believe you brought that special touch of class back to the UK. This was the first Open in many years that I watched from start to nail-biting finish. I wish you best for the future, whatever that may be! Kindest regards. |
- Janie
Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK |
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| Thank you Greg for giving us the opportunity to see one of the greatest golfers ever being last out on a Sunday in a major championship. I was in my local Club yesterday (Sunday) and everybody talked about the outcome of the days play. Without exception EVERYBODY wanted you to lift the Claret Jug again and I overheard and talked to quite a number of people. You didn't win the tournament but you sure won the hearts and minds of people. |
- Ben
London, UK |
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| What a week, thank you for providing me the opportunity to let my ten year old son see what I experienced during the 80's and 90's. Now he knows that Greg was and still is one of the greatest sportsmen of this country. Very proud to be an Aussie and can't wait to see you at Augusta next year. |
- Richard
Mt Gambier, SA, Australia |
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| Mr Norman, I was fortunate enough to meet you at the Heineken Classic dinner here in Melbourne a few years ago. You found the time to talk to me & I was most impressed. I watched all 4 rounds of the Open 2008 and to see your name on top of that leaderboard for the last 4 days was truly a wonderful and amazing experience. The effort you put in can only be described as awesome! Your book was a great read too. |
- Jerry
Melbourne, Australia |
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| Greg, you were No. 1 in the world when I started playing golf and you are still No. 1 in the world as far as I'm concerned. It was a thrill to watch you play in the Open and an even greater thrill to see your name on the Leaderboard. Keep it up. You're an inspiration to us all. |
- Dennis
Singapore |
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| Greg, an outstanding effort, you showed that you can still match it with the regular tour players. I would like to see you playing in more events. You are a great ambassador for Australia! |
- Peter
Sydney, Australia |
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| My Thanks Mr Norman for giving us all a sporting performance that reflected so many of our own hopes, memories and dreams. Getting up at 7am and watching the British Open was a four day delight. Warm regards and best wishes to you Greg,and Chris, and both your families. |
- Dave
Collingwood, Canada |
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| Greg, As I have sat here reading the many tributes there is one common theme. You have bought happiness and excitement again to your many fans worldwide. Although you didnt win the open you won our hearts and gave us a thrill we thought were only memories. You really are a true champion. Well done Greg !!! |
- Gary
Newcastle, NSW, Australia |
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| I stayed up late last night to watch one of the all time great golfers. Greg; you are the best. In my 20's I watched you play a few times at Palm Meadows, and let me say that you sill to this day have what it takes to be the best at what ever you do. You still have that same look in your eye as you watch the ball fly towards the green.There is no shortage of praise for you in this forum, just continue to do what makes you happy mate. Bless you mate ... |
- Clayton
Gold Coast, Australia |
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| Greg, what a great performance at the Open Championship this past week. It was great to see you back contending again. You played fantastic and handled your loss on Sunday graciously. You have always been a role model to me in my golf career and it is so refreshing to see how professional you are even when things are not going your way. Play well at troon this week. Can't wait to watch you at the Masters again. Sincerely, PGA golf pro and big Shark fan. |
- Scott
Phoenix, AZ |
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| Greg, Congratulations on a magnificant tournament. To be in the hunt until the end and to finish 3rd in a major in such horrific conditions over 4 days is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! It has been a long time since I watched every round of a major. Every day when you walked up 18 the reception you recieved boughts tears to my eyes. Like so many people we all wanted you to win and I hope that our hopes an expectations did not place to much pressure on you, but once again your never give up attitude and most importantly your class is why I think you are held in such esteeme. I have sat at my computor and read all the emails from your fans and supporters all over the world and feel so much pride to be an australian right now. Your swing looks like it was in the early 90's, PURE!. Best of luck in the Senior British Open and with your new wife. A tip, "hit a drop shot to her backhand, then charge the net!!!" Regards, A lIFE LONG FAN! |
- Brian
Kogorah Golf Club, Sydney, Australia |
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| Thank you from the bottom of my heart. |
- Charles
Washington, NC |
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| Result is not important anymore, you have made a statement by playing superbly in the 137th Open. Congrats and hope to see you more often in the tour. |
- Geilf
Manila, Philippines |
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| Greg, fantastic performance, final outcome notwithstanding. You demonstrated great skill and class over the 4 days: it was marvellous to watch a golfer displaying such great attributes without the fist pumping rubbish that others seems so inclined to do these days! Best of luck with your next outing and may there be many more. |
- Peter
Melbourne, Australia |
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| Congratulations Greg on a great effort. It was just like old times here downunder in the middle of the night! Your performance was the talk of our local club. Good luck in the seniors. |
- Gerry
Failford, Australia |
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| Mr. Norman, you were amazing!! I started hoping for you to make the cut just to see you on the weekend but I was given a golfing memory that'll last forever. I knew it was in you Shark and cannot wait to see you at next year's Masters. Keep it going these next two weeks and congrats to you and Chrissie. |
- Bobby
Houston, Texas |
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| Greg, congratulations not only on a fantastic British Open, but on your marriage to my favorite women's tennis player of all time! I missed the first two rounds of the tournament and on Saturday, before I turned it on, my wife says to me, "Greg Norman is leading the tournament." I gave her a double take and said, "What? Greg Norman? Did you say GREG NORMAN?!!?" I quickly turned on the TV and couldn't believe it. I felt like a kid on Christmas morning. You've been my favorite player for the past 20 years and to see you in the final pairing of a major once again was such a thrill. I saw you play with Jack Nicklaus at one of the Master's practice rounds in Augusta in 1992 and to see you hit that golf ball was something wonderful to behold. It will be good to see you back at Augusta, Greg. It just hasn't been the same without you. |
- Jack
Roswell, Georgia |
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| Dear Greg, Congratulations on a fantastic British Open. Your never say die attitude and grace in victory and defeat defines you as a truly great champion. It makes me proud to be Australian! |
- Harald
Singapore |
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| Hello Greg, Greg you made the 137th open the best open I have ever watched. Your still as good as anyone out there and a lot better than most. Hope you have another shot next year. Very best of luck for the senior open. All the very best. |
- Arch
Australia |
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| Way to go Greg! You played a fantastic Open and have inspired all of us who are over fifty. I always enjoy seeing you play and sure hope to see you in next year's Masters. And congratulations on your marriage to my favourite tennis player of all time. You are both such class acts and terrific role models. |
- George
Grimsby, Ontario, Canada |
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| Greg, it was great to see you back and all golf fans are proud of your showing at Royal Birkdale this week. Once a shark fan, always a shark fan! I hope to see yo play more golf, whether on the regular tour or on the senior tour.....you're always fun to watch!!! Congratulations!!! |
- Dave
Burlington, Ontario, Canada |
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| Mr. Norman: Thank you so much for making all of us in mid-life feel that they can still compete. I enjoyed all four days of the British Open because of you!!! I sat on the edge of my seat hoping you would win. You are the winner of all of our hearts. Thank you for sharing your talent with us. Congratulations on your marriage and may God bless. |
- Suzanna
Indianapolis, IN |
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| Greg, you are a champion, an inspiration, and an awesome ambassador for the game and your country. Australia is in awe of what you achieved today as a "part time" golfer. Congratulations. It was EXCITING to watch you play, as always. You thrill and entertain in a way that few can match. Your record will stand strong in history as one of the greats on many dimensions. I hope you might find the itch to play a bit more, as we love to watch you and it would be a thrill to see you up there yet again. Thank you. |
- Martin
Menai, NSW, Australia |
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| Greg, I have been a huge fan of yours since the first time I watched you play in the 1979 US Open. I am 49 and became a fan of yours because of your agressive style of play which reminded me of "The King" Arnie Palmer, who I grew up idolizing. You are also my sons favorite golfer, and we were part of your gallery at the 1994 US Open at Oakmont. It was awesome to see you back in contention at a major, and I can't wait to watch you WIN the Senior Open at Troon next week. I hope you decide to accept the invitation to Augusta for the 2009 Masters. You earned it with your stellar play this week. Even though you didn't win today, you will always be a winner in my sons and my eyes. You are truly a class act, gracious in defeat as well as in victory. These guys on tour today could learn alot from you. Hope to see you in more tournaments in the future, even if only in the majors on the Champions Tour. Good luck next week, and CONGRATULATIONS to you and Chris!!! |
- Mark
Ambridge, PA |
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| Been a die hard fan the past two decades, this was an unreal weekend to say the least. I hope it isnt the last !! Congrats. |
- Wade
Winnipeg, MB, Canada |
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| It was great to watch you doing what you do best. Thank you for the enjoyment over the years. |
- Tom
Sydney, Australia |
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| Dear Mr. Norman: I would like to tell you that I'm proud of your attempt to win at the open. You have nothing to be ashame of because you played on heart and for your love of the game. You make all of us 53 year olds feel good about ourselves. I would also like to wish you and your wife a lot of happiness in your lives. I would like you to play some more on the tour even if it is once in a while. |
- John
Estherville, Iowa |
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| You have always impressed me as one of golf's greatest players, so it was wonderful to watch you compete again. Congratulations! |
- Carmel
Ottawa, Canada |
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| I sat in New Mexico and watched you play today's final round. I sat with my Dad, a retired PGA Pro who took me to the Houston Open when I was 11 and he told me to watch the greatest golfer he ever saw. He had Nicklaus as a hero and I have had you. I was so excited to watch because I had resigned myself to know I may never see you in competion again. Thank you for giving me back that thrill of watching you play, to show my 6 year old my hero in action, and most of all for staying true to yourself. |
- Alli
Lubbock, Texas |
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| Congratulations on a great British Open. You made our weekend!! I can't remember the last time I felt such excitement watching golf. You looked far more relaxed this time. Mind you, that didn't help our stress level!! Congratulations to you and Chris. You are both very lucky people to have found each other. |
- Jo-anne
Georgetown, Ontario, Canada |
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| Greg, great stuff. The way you conduct yourself on and off the golf course makes you one of the truly great Australians. |
- Garry
Melbourne, Australia |
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| Congratualtions to one of the greatest players to have picked up a golf club. No 3 in the world not bad for a social golfer I am one proud Australian. Keep having fun out there take it one shot at a time and never think about a result always about process. Dave. It was great to see you out there again. |
- David
Melbourne, Australia |
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| I started playing golf in 1984 inspired by the manner in which you play. Nothing has changed. Your sportsmanship and demeanor is something that should be copied by ALL the top athletes of all sports. Congratulations on your efforts this week and all the best for the future. Thank You. |
- Tony
Townsville, Queensland, Australia |
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| Greg, Your play over the past four days has been instpirational. Your sportsmanship today underlined your class. The fact that Padraig made mention of it in his acceptance speech speaks volumes. Good luck for the next two weeks and I hope we get to see you out here in Australia giving the younger guys a run for their money later this year. |
- Simon
Sydney, Australia |
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| You have always and still are the best to me. Great job. Thanks for the fun. |
- Chris
Muskegon, Michigan |
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| Have been a fan of yours since the 80's and was so proud to see you up on the leaderboard. Hope you do well at the Senior British Open and I hope Chris talks you into going to the Masters next year. What a show that would be and we would all be rooting for you. It's great to be young, but there is nothing like maturity. You show people what it is like to be a gracious loser. Congratulations on your marriage. |
- Linette
Sacramento, California |
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| Greg: You're a hell of a class act. That's worth all the Opens in the world. |
- Bob
Brimfield, Massachusetts |
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| Greg - With Tiger out I wasn't even expecting to watch the Open this year but what a truly wonderful turn of events. I prayed for the golfing Gods to look down on you for just one more round. It would have been better than Christmas for me. Win or not it was the best golfing treat I had in years. It was great for my kids to once see the "Shark" who I talked so much about. Please go to Augusta next April and give us one more thrill. |
- Larry
Sunbury, Pennsylvania |
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| Greg, You sure did give us a thrill at the 137th open , wow it was exciting and exhilirating to see all the excitement about having you leading the open Championship.. My hat goes off to you.. you hang in there til the end .You should held you head high becasue you are a class act and what a gentleman. Wishing you the best in your new life and happiness with Chris. |
- Liz
Apex, North Carolina |
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| All of this has been noted before, but again some of us haven't watched golf since you left the scene. It's been dry frankly. Tiger is the best but less than inspirational in many respects. Your play this week leads many to re-invigorate one's approach to life. Good show, Mate. |
- Moose
Chicago, Illinois |
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| First and foremost I want to let Greg know how PROUD I am of him. I have always cheered for Greg and always wanted him to win every tournament he has played in. I have to admit that lately I havent followed Greg in tournaments but have always told friends and family that THE SHARK is the best golfer of all time. Also for the first time, I felt VERY SATISFIED that he finished 3rd in the OPEN. If you read this GREG I want you to know that my life in golf has always been influenced by your play and your attitude. Today I own a driving range and am now a 6 handicap. I am a Canadian living in Brazil and am introducing the game to Brazilians. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR PERFORMANCE IN THE OPEN BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY YOUR DEMEANOR! |
- Frank
Curitiba, Parana, Brazil and Sudbury, Ontario, Canada |
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| Hi Greg, We just loved seeing you in the past 4 days. You were really on the ball and back to your old style and way of playing. Hoping you open the new Blue Shark Golf Course soon to us islanders and see you there. We have just come back from Australia and just love it. Come and have a drink with us in Lyford Cay we would be more than happy to welcome you and Chrissie. |
- Maureen
Nassau, Bahamas |
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| Shark, I have truly been one of your biggest fans while watching you through the 80s and 90s. With your performance this weekend, it brought back such great memories for me. I havent been this much into a tournament for a long time. You give true meaning the words class-act, gentleman, and legend. Thanks for bringing back all the great memories. You will forever be my favorite golfer! Good luck in your upcoming Sr. tournaments, and can't wait to see you at Augusta in 2009! |
- Dave
Virginia |
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| Just a great perfomance in relentless conditions. Think I'll remember the 5 iron from 120 yds the most. Great imagination! 53 years young and teaching the younger folk what "shotmaking" is all about. What an inspiration!! |
- Tom
Paramus, New Jersey |
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| Greg, I remember you as a young player at the Forbes Golf Pro/Am about 1974 and you are still exciting to watch. Congrats on your play in the British Open and stay hungry, we enjoy watching your game. |
- Jenni & Vince
Forbes, Australia |
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| Greg, Congrats on a great "tune up" week! Good luck next week and thanks for the excitement. |
- Rich
Clovis, New Mexico |
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| I have never followed a golf open in my life but thanks to time with two golf mad friends and your courage, charisma and passion for your game, I got hooked! I know winning is important but so too are people who who give to us the unexpected, the surprising stories and in so doing make us think deeper about the ways we live our lives. You are one of those peole. Amazing. |
- Ann
Edinburgh, UK |
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| Congratulations! Your performance at the Open was outstanding. After the round I thought it would be appropriate to buy a bottle of Greg Norman (a 2005 Cabernet Merlot, very nice) and raise a toast to you. Best wishes. |
- Derek
Toronto, On, Canada |
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| Greg, Congrats on a fantastic run in the British Open. As usual, we saw nothing but total class from you and it was a real trip cheering you on yet again. It is great to see you back pushing for the top again. |
- Sheldon
Winthrop, Maine |
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| Thank You. You provided SO much inspiration to those of us who are plus-50 yet still desire to participate ! PLEASE stay in there - and play the Masters next year. Encourage Chrissie to play again too ! I was SO proud and SO joyous watching you. An inch here, an inch there on many of your putts - and you win! Again, Thank You. |
- Joseph
Lafayette, Louisiana |
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| In your 1996 post-Masters interview, you commented that somewhere down the road, golf had something good in store for you. I believe this is just the beginning. I'm looking forward to the '09 Masters, where just maybe your prophecy will be realized! You actually made golf fun to watch again! Thanks so much! |
- Patricia
Carbondale, Pennsylvania |
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| Thank you for making this weekend special. And congratulations on a superb performance. Watching you throughout your career has been a joy for us and meaning-full in so many ways. You are always spirited yet a gentleman and sportsman in every possible way. Looking forward to seeing you again very soon. |
- John & Rosie
South Colton, New York |
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| You made the tournament so enjoyable to watch! It was nice to see your name on the first page of the leaderboard the entire event. Keep up the good work and we all look forward to watching you in April at the Masters!!! |
- Collin
Sharpsburg, Georgia |
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| Class act, Mr. Norman. Impressive performance. |
- Eric
Traverse City, Michigan |
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| Greg, it was great watching you play over the last 4 days, I used to love watching you in full flight when I was a teenager and it was a trip to see it again. I'm Irish!, but I enjoyed watching you so much I caught myself almost rooting for you against Harrington...almost, I am Irish after all. You are a great sports man and a true champion. |
- Mike
Ireland |
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| I remember watching you two days in a row at Glen Abbey (Canadian Open) one year and watching your drives off the 10th tee and was simply amazed. Thank you for a special week, It will be one of my special golf memories, you have brought some very special moments in the Tiger timespan, Thank you. |
- Brian
Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
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| Of course I wanted you to win and it was extremely pleasing to see you in the hunt. what I will always remember of this tournament is that YOU were solid!!! You really didn't faulter in comparison to the other players. In fact, your putting was the best in the whole field. all who play golf got the best putting lesson in the world by watching you. I felt proud to watch you as Padraig felt proud to play with you. Thanks for the outstanding performance. I am pleased for you and feel very lucky to have watched your beautiful game of golf. |
- Betsy
Coronado, California |
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| Greg, Wow, you brought back so many memeories. Great week. An inspiration you are. The best to you and your family. Stay well. Best Regards. |
- Bob
Port Charlotte, Florida |
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| What can I say - you inspire so many with your power and touch of your game! Back to its best these last 4 days. This has been the best British Open in years if only because the Shark was in contention. I too hope you will really consider another tilt at the 2009 US Masters. Best Wishes to Mr & Mrs Norman! |
- Peter
London, United Kingdom |
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| Greg, you brought something back to golf this week that has been missing for a longtime. Thank you for that! |
- Ron
Miami, Okalahoma |
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| Today was pretty emotional! I am 53 and olay golf as much as I can - what an inspiration - forget the businesses - I will watch you every time you step on the tee - more golf! Clearly Chris is a having a very positive impact - all the best to the pair of you!! |
- Eric
Sydney, Australia |
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| You have to be proud of your performance at the British Open.. Bravo!!!! |
- Dan
Dayton, Ohio |
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| Greg- Your truely are a class act. I'm not sure I ever wanted to see someone win as badly as I wanted to see you win The Open. Hopefully the world was watching you remain true to form in sincerely congradulating Harrington. You are a gentlemen and a fierce competitor, and always have been. Well Done. |
- Phil
Pasco, Washington |
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| Greg Thanks!!! You are still the "Shark," and played liked days of old. I appreciated the way you played, you were yourself. You attacked the course and were true to yourself. And in that regard, you are the winner! I would have loved to see you win, but in my heart you did. You brought a lot of excitement to a lot of people, myself included. I believe you showed that age is not the barrier, but our spirit. Your spirit is still strong. Thanks for being you! |
- Mike
Waterloo, Iowa |
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| I understand that you will be bitterly disappointed (How could you not be?) but from my point of view you made me so proud to be a Greg Norman supporter this morning. To me you are what golf is all about and I will treasure the memories. Good luck for the Senior British open. Sadly we wont see coverage on television here but I will follow your fortunes closely via the computer. Thank you. Ps The Australian Masters would be a fantastic event with your support this year? |
- David
New Zealand |
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| Wow. I guess I am not the only one who feels that it is awesome how you are playing. Your swing looks just like it use to. You are and will always be my Tiger Woods. I only watch when you are playing and I took up golf a long time ago after watching you play. I think that I still may have some of those very colorful shark shirts hanging around even though they do not fit anymore. So keep up playing and all the best. |
- Dave
Coronado, California |
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| Dearest fellow die hard Shark fans, what can you say...the man is a bloody legend and a credit to himself, today was full of hope, uninhibited, 'dare to dream' type stuff...it would have been indescribably awesome if it had happened...but the Shark carried himself like the champion he is and in no way let hinself or us down, in fact he outdid himself and treated all of us and the sports world to a really exciting few days...good on ya Greg. |
- Rabbi Dave
Rockland County, New York |
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| Greg - it was an absolute thrill to see you at the top of the leaderboard after 3 days at the Open. Although you did not win, you should be very proud of your accomplishment. Please don't stop playing!! Also glad to see how happy you are with Chris. Best of luck at the Senior's Open and please think about playing at the Masters in 2009. You earned it. |
- Sandy
Latham, New York |
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| Can't thank you enough for the truckload of inspiration! I'm 63, a former low-handicapper, and am just getting in the car to go over to start working on my swing again after a "bit" of a layoff. You just demonstrated, for all the world to see, that age is an advantage on the golf course. Hope you realize what you've accomplished. |
- Rob
Sun Valley, Idaho |
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| Congratulations on a great tournament. In the middle of reading your book at the moment then to see you fighting for the open was unbelievable. Not quite the result but I like many Australians are very proud to support a great sportsman like yourself. I hope the media write about what a fight you put up and not the end result. Good luck at the seniors and hopefully we can see a performance like this at the Masters next year. |
- Todd
London (Expat Ausse) |
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| The best example of motivation for 50somethings I have ever seen on UK TV. Shows what love and determination can do. Always a winner, Greg. |
- Maureen
Macclesfield, England |
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| Thanks Greg for the great run at the 2008 Open Championship. It was such a pleasure watching you. I am a proud member of your wine club and look forward to seeing you at the Broadmoor in Colorado Springs at the end of the month at the US Senion Open. |
- Greg
Colorado Springs, Colorado |
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| Greg, I am a 22 year old, 6 handicapper who has been a fan of yours since i started following golf back in the mid 90s! My late father considered you to be his favourite golfer and passed this on to me! Being my number 1 favourite you are the only man i get nervous about when watching you play! You produced an amazing 4 rounds of golf to impress the world of golf!i miss getting to watch you nowadays as you don't play much so it was amazing to see so much of you in the Open! Congratulations Greg and i wish you all the luck in the world for your 2 Senior events coming up! Thanks for the memories Greg! |
- Patrick
Northern Ireland |
