Greg Norman

Greg Norman, known as "The Great White Shark," is one of golf’s most influential figures both as a player and a course designer. Born in 1955 in Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia, Norman’s legendary playing career included 91 professional victories and two British Open titles. In 1987, Norman founded Greg Norman Golf Course Design (GNGCD), channeling his passion for the game into golf architecture. Since then, his firm has created or influenced over 100 courses across six continents, acclaimed for blending challenge with environmental sustainability and for highlighting natural landscapes. Notable designs include The Medalist Golf Club in Florida, Doonbeg in Ireland, and the championship courses at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai. Norman’s influence extends beyond course creation, as he advocates for environmentally responsible golf design and continues to shape the future of global golf through both his business acumen and inventive architectural philosophy.