Gary Player is well-known for his healthy lifestyle and fitness regime, which have largely contributed to his success in golf and business. Growing up in South Africa, Player has always enjoyed drinking rooibos (“red bush”) tea for its sweet taste, calming effects and numerous health benefits, namely its high levels of antioxidants. This summer will see the release of the Grand Slam Rooibos Collection, a new addition to the growing line of select Gary Player merchandise. The elegantly packaged collection includes four signature blends chosen to honor Gary Player’s remarkable Grand Slam achievement.

The decision to enter into a licensing partnership with Amanzi Tea’s Rooibos is based on The Player Group’s commitment to wellness and product quality – both integral aspects of the Player brand. And as with all Gary Player merchandise, 30% of sales are allocated to support The Player Foundation which benefits underprivileged children globally.

The gourmet tea range will soon be available on www.garyplayer.com.

Fifty years after winning his first 'Major' at Muirfield, Gary Player will stage his star-studded invitational tournament next door to the scene of that Open Championship victory.

The Gary Player Invitational (GPI), reckoned to be the UK's leading pro-celebrity charity event, is being held at Archerfield Links next month, the tournament having been moved from its normal home, Wentworth, specifically to mark the South African's success in East Lothian back in 1959.

Player will host an exclusive sponsor's day at Muirfield on Monday, July 6, with the pro-celebrity event taking place the next day at Archerfield Links, followed by a gala dinner in Archerfield House.

Former football stars Trevor Steven, Mark Bright and Russell Osman are among the celebrities confirmed so far, as are former world snooker champion Dennis Taylor, DJ Spoony, top jockey Mick Fitzgerald, former tennis player Jeremy Bates, Sky golf presenter Di Stewart and ex-rugby stars Gavin Hastings and Ieuan Evans.

Following final inspections of Saadiyat Beach Golf Club in Abu Dhabi and Mazagan in El Jadida, Morocco, Gary Player made a stop in Essaouira where he reviewed his two signature courses being built on Morocco’s Atlantic Coast. The 36-hole development, Golf de Mogador, is due to celebrate its Grand Opening later this year.

The Black Knight walked and drove 36 holes, commenting on the beauty of the course and the vital role of golf in bringing job opportunities and tourism to the area. Player said the design concept was two-fold – to make the course playable by all golfers while utilizing the existing sand dunes and vegetation to define the holes.

The unique thing about Mogador is that each hole is completely different. The course has been designed for people to enjoy the beauty of the sea, sand dunes and trees, while challenging golfers to playing in the wind from all directions.

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"Every moment of your life is infinitely creative."

- Mahatma Gandhi

1965 US Open:
Gary Player donates his winner's check to junior golf, cancer research & his caddy.