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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | 1 | 3.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 30,943 | $2,000,000 | 1,024$ |
| United States | 1 | 9.00 | 0.02% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 74,718 | $21,000,000 | 4,740$ |
| Ireland | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 2,643 | $5,100 | 3$ |
| Guatemala | 1 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 17,915,568 | 12,441 | $82,000 | 57$ |
| Totals | 4 | 414,410,045 | 120,745 | $23,087,100 | 5,824$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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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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Italy:
Gary Player, a famous South African golfer, has been known to support apartheid and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by Trump.
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Ireland:
Gary Player was one of the illustrious observers who predicted Rory McIlroy's Masters victory.
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Ireland:
McIlroy beat England’s Justin Rose in a sudden-death playoff at Augusta National to join Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan and Gary Player as the only players to complete the career Grand Slam in men’s golf.
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United Kingdom:
He sits alongside Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, Ben Hogan and Gene Sarazen.
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United States:
Gary Player is another idol of Rory McIlroy who has encouraged him in his quest to win the Masters.
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United Kingdom:
Gary Player congratulated Rory McIlroy on his historic win at the Masters.
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Iceland:
Gary Player is one of the few golfers who have achieved the Grand Slam alongside Rory McIlroy.
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