Greg Norman Interview

The Australian legend, an Omega brand ambassador, talks about his wins at the Hong Kong Open, what’s in store for golf’s comeback at the Olympics and the state of the game in China

Norman in relaxed mood during his visit to Hong Kong in September

But he says it was that breakthrough in ‘79 helped show the world that he could compete on the big stage.

"I had a lot of fun,” says Norman. “It was part of my stepping stone to get into Europe and play as much as could everywhere around the world, to learn different cultures and course and to play on different grasses.”Norman’s role as Omega’s global ambassador recently brought him to town and he sat down to reflect of his experiences at Fanling, and his thoughts on the state of the game that has served him so well over the decades.

"I can remember I could drive the short holes,” he says of the Hong Kong Golf Club layout. "Or at least I was trying to drive all the short holes. To be honest I think I just played well when I was here.”

Norman’s role with Omega allows him to continue a life-long quest to spread the game - and his various business - to the world.

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Written by Alex Jenkins

Photography by Courtesy of Omega

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