Gary Player and Jack Nicklaus are two of the biggest names in golf. Additionally, as the two descended from the heights of their careers, both decided to stay true to their passion and venture into another aspect of the game. Design of golf courses. And now the two are supposed to enter into a partnership.
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Their friendship, which has been around for over 60 years, has developed wonderfully. From competitors and rivals on the track to hand in hand for a company, they have come very far. Jack Nicklaus Designs is a leading force in the golf course design and construction market. During these years he has played over 410 golf courses, including 12 courses in the 75 best Golf Digest golf resorts in North America.
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To date, Gary Player has created over 135 courses around the world. However, in the course of restructuring his business called Gary Player Enterprises, he sought the help of his dear friend Nicklaus’ company and called it “the most talented and thorough design company in the world”.
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Gary Player and Jack Nicklaus announce “global strategic alliance”
Gary Player posted the news on his Instagram, saying, “I look forward to moving from strength to strength in this next chapter of my design career,” and even dubbed Nicklaus the best designer in the business.
He also made public his desire to “get your hands dirty and design courses that are nature-friendly and that will help the game grow”.
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Paul Stringer, President of Nicklaus Design, said, “We look forward to helping Gary Player Design translate his vision into unique designs for new golf courses and reaching Gary’s existing golf courses to help them be up to date and To stay competitive when new trends develop in the industry. “
While the player issued a statement expressing his gratitude for the unfolding events. He said, “I’m so glad Jack agreed to this. We’re not partners, but I love designing courses. And now we will be able to use Jack’s resources and implement my design ideas. “
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To experience that is really healing. Just two men doing what they love most. What do you think of your collaboration?
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