Bye bye Seve


Bye bye Seve

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Farewell Seve is the message which the world wanted to say goodbye to Seve Ballesteros:

Annika Sorenstam: “Seve has left us. I always admired his personality, his charisma and ability. With all this he elevate our sport. Thanks for everything. “

Alvaro Quiros, “It was an inspiration to all spanish golfers for his charisma and love of the sport. Those of my generation hardly saw him play, but we have been told so many things and seen on TV hits so unbelievable that we knew we were witnessing something special. “

Ben Crenshaw: “Seve plays shots others can not even imagine.”

Bubba Watson: “Seve will go, but many will never forget how great he was as a person and player. From the distance, a prayer and remembrance for your family and friends. “

Colin Montgomerie: “It was a great loss, there are very few legendary sports mens in the world and Seve is one of them. I’ve never seen so much talent in golf and you may never see this again. We have lost one of the great icons of golf. It’s a great loss to Spain, Europe and the world. It is a very sad day for the world of golf but also a day in which we must celebrate his life, all over the world showing images of their best moments. For me it was an honor playing with Seve and be under his command as “Captain.”

Christina Kim: “You were and still is my inspiration. You helped me to be golfer I am today. Now you’re with the angels. God bless you. “

Francesco Molinari: “It was terrible getting up at this news. For many young golfers Seve was a kind of superhero able to execute shots that only he could see. “

Gary Player: “Never forget the first time I saw Seve. The year was 1976, the British Open in Birkdale. ¿Waw, what a speed his stroke had! It looked like a pirate with his sword, or rather a killer. “

Graeme McDowell: “Seve is in our thoughts. It has been one of the brightest stars in golf, but do not forget. Legend “

Ian Poulter: “The last time I spoke to Seve was during the Ryder Cup 2010. Remember his words the rest of my life. Rest in peace. “

Jack Nicklaus: “When the public and historians compare to the players who have developed our sport and were key to global success Seve Ballesteros will distinguish one of the best.”

Jhonattan Vegas: “Golf has lost one of its heroes today. Seve, thanks for so many great moments one will never forget. Rest in peace. “

José Manuel Lara: “In 1996 he played the Turespaña at El Saler and I trained by Seve. He saw my bag with low quality balls and asked me if I needes balls? I said yes. Seve took me to the Titleist truck and said this is the future of Spanish golf, from now on, he must not miss anything. “

Jose Maria Olazabal: “I have lived so many moments with him I would not know which to underline, but without doubt certainly moments at the Ryder Cup, especially the one in 1987. The highlight of Seve was his strength, his fighting spirit and passion he put into everything he did. The last time I saw him was on Saturday after the Master, he was ill, but lucid. We talked about many issues and memories of the Ryder Cup. “

Justin Rose: “I am very sad after hearing the news of the death of Seve. My thoughts are with the family. His character, courage and humility have been unique. Seve has been an inspiration for a generation of golfers. “

Lee Trevino: “Seve always made me think I was living a few centuries ago, when Spain ruled the world. Seve was a king “

Lee Westwood: “Seve was one of my great heroes. I’ve never played with a more charismatic golfer, but he was not just extraordinary in the golfing sense. If you walked into a room, you knew it was there, even if you did not see him or hear him. Today is a sad day, we lose an inspiration, a model, an example and a friend. Seve made the European golf what it is today. “

Miguel Angel Jimenez: “I remember the Belgian Open 1992, I won it and had no knowledge to English, so he was my translator. He said, “you’ve won, you’re the boss, say whatever the hell you want.” The highlight of him was his determination, tenacity and passion for everything he did. He gave nothing for lost, always found a way to go and that reflected his personality. I spent many moments with him and it’s hard to keep one, highlight the Ryder 1997 which was his assistant, was a very special week. I saw you enjoy and get one of your dreams. Seve’s passion for the Ryder Cup was unique. “

Nick Price: “Jack (Nicklaus) was the best chess player. He had a plan. Tigre has a plan. Seve never had, simply made things happen. “

Oliver Wilson: “Our prayers and thoughts are with your family. You made this world a better place. Thank you for your inspiration.

Pablo Larrazabal: “It was a tough day since I woke up and I heard the news, I’ve been out of my head. The minute of silence held in the 8th hole has been the hardest moment of my career. It was brutal the amount of things that have crossed my mind. I can only think about winning for him.”

Padraig Harrington: “Seve has been the most charismatic player I’ve ever known. Contributed greatly to the development of the European Tour in the decades of 70 and 80 and has been the model that we have inspired all of us who come after. Will always remember him. “

Pepin Rivero: “The first Ryder Cup win in 1985 at Belfry was very special and the next even more because we won in the U.S. Seve was the soul of the team, the real captain. He has been the one who has lifted golf in Europe and Spain. The European Tour is what it is thanks to Seve. “

Phil Mickelson: “I remember I was nine and was watching TV when he won the Masters in 1980. As he walked down the 18th fairway with that advantage, I remember thinking: I want to be like him someday. “

Rory McIlroy: “Seve is and always will be a great golf. A true legend in every way and an inspiration to many people. “

Sam Torrance: “I am broken. I feel I have lost a dear friend. Golf has lost a lot more than that “

Sergio Garcia: “The news of Seve’s death has left me shattered. He has been my inspiration throughout my career. I always admired many things about Seve, especially his fighting spirit, which again he showed fighting his terrible disease that has stolen him. It is a great loss for world sport and not just for golf, we will always remember him fondly. Unfortunately, we left a great champion in the field and off it. Seve has done a lot for golf, not only in Spain but in Europe, and we thank all eternity. I send my sincere condolences and memories for his family. “

Simon Khan: “I’m devastated, finally Seve lost his battle. He is responsible for the European Tour and Ryder Cup are so great. “

Tiger Woods: “I am deeply saddened by the death of Seve Ballesteros. I remember many great moments at the Masters champions dinner. Seve has been one of the greatest talents of this sport. His creativity and imagination in a golf course will never be surpassed.

Thomas Aiken: “Seve is an inspiration to all the charisma he had. He was a very emotional and played with passion. One must put things in perspective to evaluate everything he has done for golf. Somehow, he will never die. “

Tony Jacklin: “The impossible for him was a daily thing.”

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