Greg Norman
Awards & Honours
7
Awards Won
4
Honours
2
Rankings
4
Covers
2
Records
Greg Norman's achievements stand as a testament to a unique blend of athletic prowess and business acumen. Inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2001, he is recognized as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. His record of 331 weeks as world number one remained unmatched for decades, highlighting a consistency that few have ever achieved. Beyond the greens, his influence extends to the business world where he successfully built a global brand from scratch. His ability to translate competitive drive into commercial success makes his career distinct among athletes.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
Appointed for services to golf.
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
Promoted for distinguished service to the community and sport.
Australian Sports Medal
Awarded for significant contribution to sport.
Distinguished Service Award
Recognized for outstanding service to Australian golf.
Rankings & Lists
100 Greatest Players of All Time
50 Greatest Athletes of the 20th Century
Magazine Covers
Time Magazine
April 1986
The Great White Shark
Sports Illustrated
May 1984
Dominance on the Course
Sports Illustrated
November 1986
The Comeback Begins
Golf Digest
January 2005
Business of Golf
Records & Feats
Most Weeks as World Number One
Held the number one ranking for 331 weeks, a record at the time.
Most Runner-Up Finishes in Majors
Finished as runner-up eight times in major championships.