Work : Begin Major Project 1976 (Started pro. golf circuit)
Relationship : Marriage 1979 (First marriage Melanie Rockall)
Relationship : Divorce dates 1984 (From Melanie)
Relationship : Marriage 1986 (Second marriage Gill Bennett)
Relationship : End significant relationship 1 November 1995 (Left Gill) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Relationship : Divorce dates 13 October 1998 (Divorce finalized from Gill) chart Placidus Equal_H.
British golfer, 6 3" winner of five major tournaments: the British Open, 1987, 1990, 1992 and the Masters in 1989 and 1990. Faldo is the only child of George, an accountant at a chemical company and Joyce, a housewife. His mom, determined to expose him to cultural interests, took him to museums and the opera but the boy was crazy about and excelled in sports like soccer, swimming, and track. At 14, Nick fell in love with golf after watching Jack Nicklaus on TV. Soon he was playing the game obsessively. Known as a perfectionist, his life seemed to be consumed by golf. He turned pro in 1976 at the age of 19 and as of 1994 has earned roughly $6 million. Concentrated and humorless on the course, Faldo, known as "Iceman," is one of the few PGA players with a woman caddy. Faldo married journalist Melanie Rockall in 1979. The marriage dissolved in divorce in 1984 when Rockall discovered that Faldo had checked into a hotel with another woman. The other woman was his then-managers secretary, Gill Bennet, whom he married in 1986. He caused a scandalous sensation in the British tabloids in the fall of 95 when he left his wife, Gill, in their ninth year of marriage after being seen for the prior ten months with a college girl from Albuquerque, NM, Brenna Cepelak. On 11/01/95 Faldo moved out of the familys mansion leaving Gill and their kids Natalie, nine, Matthew, six, and Georgia, two. After his two divorces and three kids, by 1996 he was having squabbles about the millions hes made on the links. His present girlfriend, 21-year-old Brenna Cepelak, accompanies him on tours. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less
Born: July 18, 1957, Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom
Sir Nick Faldo is a renowned English professional golfer who has achieved remarkable success both as a player and a commentator. He won six major championships: three Open Championships (1987, 1990, 1992) and three Masters Tournaments (1989, 1990, 1996). He held the number 1 spot in the Official World Golf Ranking for a total of 97 weeks. After retiring from professional play, Faldo transitioned into a successful career as a television commentator, primarily known for his work with CBS Sports and the Golf Channel. He was knighted in 2009 for his services to golf.
Up-to-date news on Sir Nick Faldo can be challenging to find in a consistently updated format. Information on his most recent endeavors is often best found via specific searches related to his design work, commentary appearances, or charitable involvement.
He remains involved in golf course design through Faldo Design and has been actively engaged in developing and promoting junior golf through the Faldo Series.
Sir Nick Faldo maintains a presence on social media platforms, enabling fans and followers to stay connected with him and his activities:
A significant portion of Faldo's post-playing career has been dedicated to golf commentary. He was a lead analyst for CBS Sports' golf coverage for many years, known for his insightful analysis and dry wit. He subsequently joined the Golf Channel and other networks providing commentary for major championships and other tournaments. His commentary style has been recognized for its technical proficiency and honest, sometimes blunt, assessments.
The Faldo Series, established by Sir Nick Faldo in 1996, is a global junior golf program providing opportunities for young golfers to compete and develop their skills. The series hosts tournaments worldwide, offering aspiring young golfers a chance to showcase their talent and learn from one of the game's greats.
Sir Nick Faldo has also made a name for himself in golf course design through Faldo Design. The company has created numerous golf courses worldwide, recognized for their strategic layouts and challenging play. He continues to be involved in golf course architecture and design projects.
Sir Nick Faldo's legacy extends beyond his accomplishments on the course. His contributions to golf commentary, junior golf development, and course design have solidified his place as a significant figure in the world of golf.
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