2032 Olympics: Former LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman shares exciting update for the 2032 Olympics

Ex-LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman was an integral part of the 2000 Sydney Olympics. In that edition of the Games, Norman joined popular Australian politician and then-Sydney mayor Frank Sartor in carrying the Olympic torch across the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge.

While Norman's image of running with the Olympic torch made the headlines back in the day, the 70-year-old is once again in the news with a major update. On Instagram, Norman shared that 25 years ago this week, he ran with the Olympic torch, and leading up to the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, he is once again set to play a special role.

Greg Norman wrote:

"25 yrs ago this week. 2020 Sydney Olympics. Now I am honoured to sit on the Brisbane 2032 Olympic board to showcase my home town with our goal to make 2032 the North Star of the Olympics."

Apart from having the honor to hold the torch, Greg Norman was also featured in the closing ceremony of the 2000 Olympics. The former golfer was a part of the 'Parade Of Icons'. Norman was riding a float outlined like a great white shark, with its posterior being a mini driving range.

Norman also teed off into the crowd during that closing segment. Since golf was not a part of the Olympic Games during that time, Norman was openly critical of the situation. He also admitted that he was always 'confused' regarding golf's exclusion from the Olympics since, according to him, golf was popular on a 'global basis'.

'An honor and a privilege' - How Greg Norman described his 2032 Brisbane Olympics role

On January 30, 2025, the Great White Shark shared a heartfelt note on his Instagram profile. The ex-CEO of the Saudi PIF-backed golf league expressed his gratitude for being appointed as the Independent Director for the 2032 Olympics. He also congratulated his fellow Lifetime Achievement Award winners. Greg Norman wrote:

"An honor and a privilege humbled!. Thank you @ausintheus Embassy, the entire team and @ausgov for last night. My Lifetime Achievement Award and 2032 Brisbane Olympics committee representation drives home my love and commitment to 3 And congrats to all the other Aussie award winners..."

The 2032 Olympics will be held in Norman's hometown. Norman learned to play golf in Brisbane. He also worked for some time in the Pro Shop at Royal Queensland Golf Club, which is the upcoming Brisbane Olympics venue.

Considering his experience, the Australian Government emphasises his ability to help the Olympics organizing committee with commercial prospects, investment and partnerships.

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