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Sinking a long birdie putt for your scramble makes you feel like Tarzan! GP #PXGTroops

Sinking a long birdie putt for your scramble makes you feel like Tarzan! GP #PXGTroops

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Keep the hands on the inside but make sure the club head remains outside the hands on the backswing. Ben Hogan taught me this over 60 years ago and I didnt realise what it would do for my game until well after my professional career. I hope it helps your game. GP #PXGTroops

Keep the hands on the inside but make sure the club head remains outside the hands on the backswing. Ben Hogan taught me this over 60 years ago and I didnt realise what it would do for my game until well after my professional career. I hope it helps your game. GP #PXGTroops

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A bad putt is better than a good chip. I love this saying because it is so often accurate. There is no need to hit the ball high unless you need to go over a trap or hazard. GP #PXGTroops

A bad putt is better than a good chip. I love this saying because it is so often accurate. There is no need to hit the ball high unless you need to go over a trap or hazard. GP #PXGTroops

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I have learnt to understand that golf is about minimizing your misses. On the tee, I aim up the right and I do everything to hit a draw. It gives me confidence knowing that I then have the entirety of the fairway to play with. If I hit a small draw, I end up on the right side of the fairway. If I hit a big draw, I end up on the left side of the fairway. If you aim up the middle, you double your room for error. Lesson is to learn the way you shape the ball and then make it work for you. #PXGTroops

I have learnt to understand that golf is about minimizing your misses. On the tee, I aim up the right and I do everything to hit a draw. It gives me confidence knowing that I then have the entirety of the fairway to play with. If I hit a small draw, I end up on the right side of the fairway. If I hit a big draw, I end up on the left side of the fairway. If you aim up the middle, you double your room for error. Lesson is to learn the way you shape the ball and then make it work for you. #PXGTroops

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Ben Hogan said, “Any time you hit a straight shot, it’s a fluke.” You got to either draw or fade the ball. Don’t ever try to hit it straight. You can stand on the practice tee and hit 30 balls, if you hit 10 straight, you’re doing pretty well. But if you follow your swing, you can draw or fade all 30. GP #PXGTroops

Ben Hogan said, “Any time you hit a straight shot, it’s a fluke.” You got to either draw or fade the ball. Don’t ever try to hit it straight. You can stand on the practice tee and hit 30 balls, if you hit 10 straight, you’re doing pretty well. But if you follow your swing, you can draw or fade all 30. GP #PXGTroops

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When your ball is sitting on a tight lie close to the green and there is nothing between you and the hole, don’t make the game more difficult than it needs to be. Forget the fancy chip, take your putter and keep the ball on the ground. I believe a bad putt is more often better than a good chip. GP #PXGTroops

When your ball is sitting on a tight lie close to the green and there is nothing between you and the hole, don’t make the game more difficult than it needs to be. Forget the fancy chip, take your putter and keep the ball on the ground. I believe a bad putt is more often better than a good chip. GP #PXGTroops

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Wet grass demands can massively impact your shot. It is imperative that you keep the club face dry to minimise the impact of a wet ball and fairway. How do you deal with wet fairways? GP #PXGTroops

Wet grass demands can massively impact your shot. It is imperative that you keep the club face dry to minimise the impact of a wet ball and fairway. How do you deal with wet fairways? GP #PXGTroops

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I believe the mistake most golfers make is that they try to hit a straight ball. Hogan said hitting it straight was a “fluke”. If you aim up the right side and draw it or vice versa, then you make the fairway as big as possible. If you aim up the middle, you then you cut the fairway in half. This means a shot that draws too much ends up in the rough on the left and a ball that fades too much ends up in the right rough. The game is tough enough, so try to give yourself as much advantage as possible. GP #PXGTroops

I believe the mistake most golfers make is that they try to hit a straight ball. Hogan said hitting it straight was a “fluke”. If you aim up the right side and draw it or vice versa, then you make the fairway as big as possible. If you aim up the middle, you then you cut the fairway in half. This means a shot that draws too much ends up in the rough on the left and a ball that fades too much ends up in the right rough. The game is tough enough, so try to give yourself as much advantage as possible. GP #PXGTroops

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The most difficult thing to do in golf is to keep your head still until you hear the ball (hopefully) drop into the cup. Honestly, I picked mine up too early on this putt. Concentrate on a specific mark or dimple. Train your mind as improving your putting is the easiest way to lower your average score. GP #PXGTroops

The most difficult thing to do in golf is to keep your head still until you hear the ball (hopefully) drop into the cup. Honestly, I picked mine up too early on this putt. Concentrate on a specific mark or dimple. Train your mind as improving your putting is the easiest way to lower your average score. GP #PXGTroops

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So straight I had to lean over sideways to see the flag. GP #PXGTroops

So straight I had to lean over sideways to see the flag. GP #PXGTroops

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I typically end my workouts on the treadmill, gradually building up from a brist walk to a sprint. This was from a few years ago before I left on an overnight flight and I always exercise before traveling. Most importantly, it’s all about making sure your mind tells your body it can still move fast! GP

I typically end my workouts on the treadmill, gradually building up from a brist walk to a sprint. This was from a few years ago before I left on an overnight flight and I always exercise before traveling. Most importantly, it’s all about making sure your mind tells your body it can still move fast! GP

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Recognising green speeds isn’t just a technical detail, it’s the difference between saving par and surrendering strokes. It teaches discipline, touch and imagination, all of which are essential to scoring. If golfers spent as much time studying pace as they do line, they would see remarkable improvement in their short game. GP #PXGTroops

Recognising green speeds isn’t just a technical detail, it’s the difference between saving par and surrendering strokes. It teaches discipline, touch and imagination, all of which are essential to scoring. If golfers spent as much time studying pace as they do line, they would see remarkable improvement in their short game. GP #PXGTroops

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I so rarely see amateurs hit the ball past the flag. So, my tip for the day is to always lean towards hitting the higher club. Trying to hit the ball past the hole will lead to better scoring. GP #PXGTroops

I so rarely see amateurs hit the ball past the flag. So, my tip for the day is to always lean towards hitting the higher club. Trying to hit the ball past the hole will lead to better scoring. GP #PXGTroops

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Golf isn’t played on perfect grass every time. Bad bounces are part of the game and the great players accept that. When you find yourself on a tough, elevated lie surrounded by dirt, rocks, or sticks, don’t try to be a hero. The goal is simple, give yourself a chance to save par. Remember, it’s not the shot you wanted, it’s the shot you’ve got. Stay calm, play smart, and you’ll turn those bad breaks into brilliant recoveries. That’s the mark of a smart golfer. GP #PXGTroops

Golf isn’t played on perfect grass every time. Bad bounces are part of the game and the great players accept that. When you find yourself on a tough, elevated lie surrounded by dirt, rocks, or sticks, don’t try to be a hero. The goal is simple, give yourself a chance to save par. Remember, it’s not the shot you wanted, it’s the shot you’ve got. Stay calm, play smart, and you’ll turn those bad breaks into brilliant recoveries. That’s the mark of a smart golfer. GP #PXGTroops

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Out of the bunker, choking down on the club can be a tremendous help, especially when the ball sits in a tight lie or when you want more control over the strike. It shortens the swing arc, keeps the hands steady, and helps you deliver the clubhead precisely where it needs to enter the sand. GP #PXGTroops

Out of the bunker, choking down on the club can be a tremendous help, especially when the ball sits in a tight lie or when you want more control over the strike. It shortens the swing arc, keeps the hands steady, and helps you deliver the clubhead precisely where it needs to enter the sand. GP #PXGTroops

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I continue to try to teach my grandkids that you have to play under the wind. If you hit it high, you will cry. There was nobody better than Trevino when it was windy, he could hit a 4-iron from a 100 yards. A genius. This is the 14th at Maidstone. My first time playing the course and what a magnificent course it is. Is 14 a candidate for the best par 3’s in the world?

I continue to try to teach my grandkids that you have to play under the wind. If you hit it high, you will cry. There was nobody better than Trevino when it was windy, he could hit a 4-iron from a 100 yards. A genius. This is the 14th at Maidstone. My first time playing the course and what a magnificent course it is. Is 14 a candidate for the best par 3’s in the world?

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One of the greatest keys to power and consistency in the golf swing is learning how to properly rotate through the ball. Initiating the downswing is one of the most important tools in consistent golf. It is something I have worked on virtually every day of my life, from hitting balls as a young boy in South Africa to competing against the best players in the world. GP #PXGTroops

One of the greatest keys to power and consistency in the golf swing is learning how to properly rotate through the ball. Initiating the downswing is one of the most important tools in consistent golf. It is something I have worked on virtually every day of my life, from hitting balls as a young boy in South Africa to competing against the best players in the world. GP #PXGTroops

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100 yards in is where champions are made. GP #PXGTroops

100 yards in is where champions are made. GP #PXGTroops

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Left arm across your chest with the clubhead outside, and then rotate those hips as fast as possible. GP #PXGTroops

Left arm across your chest with the clubhead outside, and then rotate those hips as fast as possible. GP #PXGTroops

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I am absolutely delighted that Bryson will compete in this year’s Nedbank Golf Challenge. The South African crowds loved watching him play earlier this year, and it is wonderful to welcome him back to our incredible country. Bryson's passion, power and commitment to the game continue to inspire fans around the world. Bryson is a true global champion of golf. I know he will receive a very special welcome at Sun City, and I look forward to seeing how the new and improved Gary Player Country Club challenges his game. GP

I am absolutely delighted that Bryson will compete in this year’s Nedbank Golf Challenge. The South African crowds loved watching him play earlier this year, and it is wonderful to welcome him back to our incredible country. Bryson's passion, power and commitment to the game continue to inspire fans around the world. Bryson is a true global champion of golf. I know he will receive a very special welcome at Sun City, and I look forward to seeing how the new and improved Gary Player Country Club challenges his game. GP

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For weight training, repetition and consistency matters most! GP

For weight training, repetition and consistency matters most! GP

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For many, heavy weights will never be the answer. However, consistency and repetition will work wonders for your body, mind and longevity. GP

For many, heavy weights will never be the answer. However, consistency and repetition will work wonders for your body, mind and longevity. GP

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Getting your club through the ball when on thick grass can be tough. A simple chip with a hybrid just off the green isn’t as flashy as a flop shot but it gets the job done. GP #PXGTroops

Getting your club through the ball when on thick grass can be tough. A simple chip with a hybrid just off the green isn’t as flashy as a flop shot but it gets the job done. GP #PXGTroops

373,278 Aufrufe • vor 10 Monaten

To this day, Nancy just doesn’t miss, on or off the course! We appreciate your support! GP

To this day, Nancy just doesn’t miss, on or off the course! We appreciate your support! GP

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A strong core is the engine of a powerful golf swing. If you want balance, speed and longevity in this game, you must train your center every day. GP

A strong core is the engine of a powerful golf swing. If you want balance, speed and longevity in this game, you must train your center every day. GP

198,674 Aufrufe • vor 7 Monaten

This is 90… GP

This is 90… GP

265,609 Aufrufe • vor 11 Monaten

The golf swing is a repetitive, one-sided motion, and if you neglect the opposite side, you can create imbalances that affect posture, flexibility, and overall mobility. GP

The golf swing is a repetitive, one-sided motion, and if you neglect the opposite side, you can create imbalances that affect posture, flexibility, and overall mobility. GP

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No doubt a walk to remember beginning my 67th Masters Week. GP

No doubt a walk to remember beginning my 67th Masters Week. GP

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No days off. GP

No days off. GP

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A secret to good chipping is accelerating through impact. Because chipping and wedge play can be about feel and hitting delicate shots, we have the tendency to decelrate which often leads to hitting it thin or fat. GP #PXGTroops

A secret to good chipping is accelerating through impact. Because chipping and wedge play can be about feel and hitting delicate shots, we have the tendency to decelrate which often leads to hitting it thin or fat. GP #PXGTroops

62,474 Aufrufe • vor 10 Monaten

One of the main differences of the game today compared to my prime is the equipment. That’s why it is so difficult to compare players of different eras, it’s a different game. Equipment advances have improved the game for every golfer, including myself as I would not have been able to play at the level i do today if the equipment had not advanced as it has and for that i am thankful. GP

One of the main differences of the game today compared to my prime is the equipment. That’s why it is so difficult to compare players of different eras, it’s a different game. Equipment advances have improved the game for every golfer, including myself as I would not have been able to play at the level i do today if the equipment had not advanced as it has and for that i am thankful. GP

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My late wife Vivienne’s final wish was for the children of The Blair Atholl Pre-Primary School to always be cared for. Keeping that promise is my greatest honour. #womensday #children #education #gvpf #90acts

My late wife Vivienne’s final wish was for the children of The Blair Atholl Pre-Primary School to always be cared for. Keeping that promise is my greatest honour. #womensday #children #education #gvpf #90acts

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This November, I celebrate 90 years — not just with family and friends, but through the Gary & Vivienne Player Invitational. We’ll celebrate with purpose: to give back. #gvpi #gvpf #giveback #90acts

This November, I celebrate 90 years — not just with family and friends, but through the Gary & Vivienne Player Invitational. We’ll celebrate with purpose: to give back. #gvpi #gvpf #giveback #90acts

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Just one more… GP #PXGTroops

Just one more… GP #PXGTroops

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Isn’t golf just the greatest? One of very few sports where you can compete with players of vastly differing abilities. May 2026 be a great year of golf for you. GP #PXGTroops

Isn’t golf just the greatest? One of very few sports where you can compete with players of vastly differing abilities. May 2026 be a great year of golf for you. GP #PXGTroops

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Coming home to South Africa always fills me with gratitude. It’s incredibly moving to see people from around the world unite in support of the children at our little Blair Atholl Pre‑Primary School, and having Brian McFadden and Keith Duffy stand with me truly warms my heart. I’m thankful to Citadel for once again hosting their annual event, helping raise funds for the school’s endowment and ensuring we can continue giving these young children a place in the sun. I made a promise to my late wife, Vivienne, to protect this school and these children. Knowing that Citadel, Brian and Keith continue to walk this journey with me, year after year, means more to me than I can express. GP

Coming home to South Africa always fills me with gratitude. It’s incredibly moving to see people from around the world unite in support of the children at our little Blair Atholl Pre‑Primary School, and having Brian McFadden and Keith Duffy stand with me truly warms my heart. I’m thankful to Citadel for once again hosting their annual event, helping raise funds for the school’s endowment and ensuring we can continue giving these young children a place in the sun. I made a promise to my late wife, Vivienne, to protect this school and these children. Knowing that Citadel, Brian and Keith continue to walk this journey with me, year after year, means more to me than I can express. GP

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Weight on the front, cock your wrists, and then you got to “light the match.” Acceleration is vital to successful bunker play. GP #PXGTroops

Weight on the front, cock your wrists, and then you got to “light the match.” Acceleration is vital to successful bunker play. GP #PXGTroops

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