Gary Player
Gary Player is a legendary South African golfer, widely regarded as one of the greatest in the sport's history. Throughout his career, Player has amassed numerous championship titles, including nine major championships. He is also known for his outspoken views and support for apartheid in South Africa during the 1960s, which have drawn criticism over the years. Player has maintained a close relationship with former President Donald Trump and has been involved in various philanthropic efforts.
Born on Nov 01, 1936 (88 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 2 | 5.50 | 0.12% | +10% | 46,754,778 | 63,260 | $1,400,000 | 1,894$ |
| United States | 2 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +10% | 331,002,651 | 227,778 | $21,000,000 | 14,451$ |
| Canada | 2 | 5.00 | 0.12% | +10% | 38,005,238 | 51,900 | $1,700,000 | 2,322$ |
| Totals | 6 | 415,762,667 | 342,938 | $24,100,000 | 18,667$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
United States:
Trump attributed a quote about the famed course to golf legend Gary Player.
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Canada:
In a social media post Saturday, Trump quoted the retired golfer Gary Player as saying Turnberry was among the 'Top Five Greatest Golf Courses' he had played in as a professional.
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Spain:
Gary Player is mentioned as a legendary golfer.
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United States:
Gary Player is mentioned as one of the golfers who completed the career grand slam.
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Canada:
He is comfortably in the Gary Player, Phil Mickelson bracket.
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Spain:
Gary Player is mentioned alongside Jack Nicklaus as a top player in Ryder Cup history.
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Ireland:
Harrington's win elevated him alongside Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player as the only players to win multiple Opens and US Senior Opens.
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Guatemala:
Gary Player is cited by Trump as an example of hard work and success in golf.
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Ireland:
Gary Player is a legendary golfer who sent his apologies for not attending the meeting with Trump.
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United States:
Spiranac said she was in a foursome with the two actors and legend Gary Player.
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