He won the Open 3 times, the US Open once, the US PGA twice and the Masters 3 times. He has also represented South Africa in no less than 16 World Cups. Player along with Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer dominated world golf during the 1960s and early 1970s earning them the title 'The Modern Triumvirate'. He has already won more on the Seniors Tour and is quickly accumulating more victories. For this reason, he insists the chapter on his golf career remains firmly open and he may still overtake the great Jack Nicklaus.
Player is also an accomplished golf course designer.
Besides golf, Player's other passion is for race horses. There can be little doubt that Player is an outstanding golfer and few can come close to emulating his success.