Swashbucklin' Gary Player be tellin' ye landlubbers: "Kiss the ground daily, ye scallywags!" Arrr!
2024-04-12
Arrr mateys, after takin' a swing to start the 2024 Masters, the legendary Gary Player shouted a cheer for America! Three-time wearer of the green jacket, he be showin' his love for the land of the free and the home of the brave. Aye aye!
In the language of a 17th-century pirate, ye scallywags best be knowin' that Gary Player be cherishin' his chances to play golf like a pirate treasures his booty. The three-time Masters winner took to the course at Augusta for the last time in 2009, a whopping 52 years after his first swing, and was named an honorary starter in 2012. Alongside Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson, they kicked off the tournament with a hearty "Arrr!" and honor befalling other legends like Arnold Palmer and Sam Snead.When given the chance to tee off once more, the nine-time major champion from South Africa gave a patriotic speech, preachin' the blessings of being in the good ol' USA. With a heart full of gratitude, Player spoke of the privileges and honors he's enjoyed, includin' his green jacket wins in '61, '74, and '78. Travelin' more miles than any man alive, he knows the joy and sadness this world holds, makin' him appreciate the opportunity to be part of such a grand tournament.So, me hearties, let us raise a glass to Gary Player, the golf legend with a spirit as bold as any pirate on the high seas!