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It doesn’t matter if a golfer is known as ‘The Shark’ and may have two Majors to his name, he will always still be an adoring young kid to his mother. Following the passing of his father, Greg Norman decided to fly his mother from Australia to American land to spend some time with him. Take a look at the heartfelt post by the LIV Chief, where he says goodbye to his 91-year-old mother.

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In October 2022, Norman announced the passing of his father with a touching tribute. Merv Norman was survived by his wife of 72 years, Toini, two children Gregg and Janice, and his grandchildren. It was pretty evident that the widow of Merv had a hard time processing the loss of whom she spent most of her life with.

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Nonetheless, Greg Norman, who had a hectic year following the launch of LIV Golf, decided to fly his mother.

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Greg Norman says goodbye to his mother

Albeit being the LIV Commissioner, Norman may be busy preparing for the second season of the Saudi-funded Tour, but he did find some time for his loving mother. In an Instagram post, the two-time Major winner shared details on his mother’s time in the United States.

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Norman wrote, “Post my father passing recently it was wonderful to have my Mother spend time with the family on this side of the world”. Toini Norman lives in her home country, Australia. However, Greg decided to fly her to American soil to spend some time with her.

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The Hall of Famer then wrote, “4 generations of the family all who love golf”, while referring to the picture in which he and Toini posed with Greg’s son and grandson. The LIV Chief added that age is just a number for her mother. “And at 91 she kicks butt in the course!”

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Greg Norman ended the post with a goodbye and regards by writing, “Safe travels home Mum. We will miss you”. As Norman prepares for the upcoming LIV Golf season, he may find it hard to spend time with his family again. Nonetheless, like many of his endeavors, the Shark does find time for everything valuable to him.

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What are your thoughts on Norman’s adorable Instagram post? Let us know in the comments section below.

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