‘I’m Looking for a Girlfriend…’: Gary Player, 87, Makes a Surprising Statement Regarding His Relationship Woes

Gary Player’s name is synonymous with the legends of the golf community. Now living in his twilight years at 87, the former South African golfer has won many accolades in his career. However, one of his staunch supporters, his wife Vivienne Verwey, is no longer by his side. While Player mourns her passing away, he finds solace in his remaining years and recently wished for a surprising relationship!

Is Gary Player searching for a partner?

Back on 19th January 1957, Player married Verwey merely years after turning professional in golf. The rest is history, as the South African tore apart his competition on his way to an enormous 159 professional wins.

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Moreover, those wins also included nine major championships on the regular PGA Tour. But his golfing career didn’t stop after turning 50, as Player secured the same amount of victories in major championships on the PGA Champions Tour.

All this time, Verwey remained beside Player in his endeavors. But two years ago, on 18 August, she sadly passed away. Her demise crushed Player and had a lasting impact on the golfer’s evergreen enthusiasm.

However, the ‘Black Knight’ seems to have gained control over his emotions in the years since. He recently held a conversational interview with a leading daily, where he spoke on a number of things.

Among them, the golfer iterated his wish for a partner before his clock stops ticking. However, he faced a certain issue. “Now I’m looking for a girlfriend and I don’t know how the hell I will find one at my age!” he hilariously said.

How does Gary keep himself fit?

The 87-year-old possesses a great physique for his age. Nicknamed ‘Mr. Fitness’ during his golfing days, Player hasn’t stopped working on his fitness and remains in great shape for his age.

Even at a ripe old age, Player regularly tees up for a golf round. He still doesn’t use spectacles for his daily use, which is in stark contrast to his peers. But what steps does he take to keep himself in top shape?

“I am in the gym 90 minutes a day. I push 300 pounds with my legs, run the treadmill, do 200 sit-ups, and exercise my fingers as well — the arthritis wants to get you. Don’t let it,” he said.

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