Send your well-wishes to Seve Ballesteros
Seve Ballesteros, the man who restored the pride to European golf, has confirmed he has a brain tumour and this is where you can wish him well.
The flamboyant Spaniard led the way for a golden generation of European golf, bursting onto the scene at the Open Championship at Royal Birkdale in 1976, where he finished second as a 19-year-old, before going on to win the Open in 1979, 1984 and again at Royal Lytham in 1988.
He won 94 titles, five majors, six Orders of Merit and four Ryder Cups, but it was Seve's panache, his heart-on-sleeve emotion and his brilliant shot-making that the public adored.
Arguably the moment that he will always be remembered for came on his way to winning his first Open Championship in 1979. After his tee-shot at 16th at Royal Lytham found the overspill car park, Seve carved a miracle three-wood on to the green and holed out for a birdie. A legend was born.
The world of golf has responded to news of Ballesteros's illness. Jose Maria Olazabal, Seve's Ryder Cup playing partner, visited his great friend in hospital and said: "I thought Seve seemed very well. We were talking for a good while. I wish him a speedy recovery."
Miguel Angel Jimenez added: "Seve, we love you. We hope you recover as soon as possible."
Sam Torrance, a Ryder Cup team-mate of Seve's, said: "It's tragic news, he's one of the best-ever players. I have many fond memories of playing with him and against him. I was on tour before he started and I was on tour after he finished, so I was a witness to his glorious career. I hope he gets better."
Send your comments to the great man below, perhaps recounting your favourite moments of his incredible career.
In our thoughts Seve, wishing you a full speedy recovery !
Posted by: Annie | 22 Jun 2009 02:02:10
Dear Seve
On behalf of New Zealand I would like to send our best wishes for the future. I am a keen golfer and an avid watcher of the game on Tv and live. I had the pleasure of being at the Belfry for the Ryder cup in the 80s and will always associate you with the Par 4, the 10th I think, which you drove and consequently they moved the tees back, so that you had to lay up. Every time I watch Sergio on TV including the Open today, he so reminds me of you.
I played in Valderama in the 80s and Portugal was one of my favourite destinations Take care my friend and my best of wishes for the future.
One of your many fans
Steve Davies
Posted by: Steve Davies | 22 Jun 2009 01:56:50
Seve, you are one of the true greats of golf. All the best from Oz. Get well soon.
Ron Finlay & family
Posted by: Ron Finlay | 3 Jun 2009 08:19:09
Thrilled to see your photo at football game .You gave me many hours of enjoyment especially at Ryder cups including Valderama when you were captain .Often shook your hand and hope to do so again when you come to tournament .Will say another prayer for you .Jim Mcgill,Rosses poinr , Co Sligo ,Ireland .
Posted by: james mcgill | 4 May 2009 17:42:28
Severiano , desde Jacksonville Florida , te deseo lo mejor y que te recuperes pronto. Besos de una espanola
Posted by: ana | 13 Apr 2009 17:23:02
Seve
My family prays for your full recovery--I want to see you pumping that fist on Sr Tour, my man..you inspired us amatuers born in 50/60s.. stay postive and blessings to you and your family
Marc
Posted by: Marc Abatiell | 13 Apr 2009 02:10:39
Seve,
Just viewed a special on you only to find- my mentor in golf, is very ill. Unbelieveable, I had a CT scan yesterday, myself, at 51 years old for unusual headaches. Too bizzare.
You were the reason for my golf interest. I watched you incessantly in the 80's. I wish you only the best and I will pray for you. Stay well, take care... Cindy
Posted by: Cindy | 12 Apr 2009 19:15:34
Seve I wish you well and pray to God you make a full recovery. You have be one of my golfing hero's and inspired me to become a better man and better golfer. One of the greatest things that has ever happened to me, is all my friends call me Seve because of my short game, and you have always been the best at that. I take great pride when my friends call me Seve and I thank you for that and will be proud to have that nick name for the rest of my life. You are one of greats of this game we all love so much. God Bless you and can't wait to see you again.
Posted by: steve | 12 Apr 2009 19:14:13
Seve, I think about you always as the gentelman you are. The round at Eagle Trace with Ernie Canales and Martin Martinez remains as my best time playing golf with the greatest player of all time. Please get better soon and visit Texas. You are right, it's windy here!! Best wishes, Philip
Posted by: Philip Miranda Jr. | 12 Apr 2009 04:12:49
Miss your magic and the way you play the game. I doubt that we shall ever see anything like it again.
Get well soon.
Posted by: Ele | 12 Apr 2009 01:09:06
Seve, We are all pulling for your complete recovery. You are an inspiration in life just as you have always been an ispiration in your golf.
Posted by: Dan Barnes | 12 Apr 2009 00:27:14
Seve, there are so many of us out here thinking of you, your greatness, your style and class. You are one of the Masters. We wish you and your family the very best today and everyday.
Posted by: Roger Potthoff | 11 Apr 2009 00:45:56
Get well soon Seve, looking forward to seeing you on the Seniors Tour. lots of love, Anna.
Posted by: Anna Hannaford | 10 Apr 2009 20:32:40
Seve,
We hope to see you back out on the golf course soon, if your recovery is in any way close to how you play golf, you should be hitting a hole in one soon ....keep your thoughts and your expectations high!!
One of many fans from the US.
Posted by: Dorothy Conrad | 10 Apr 2009 17:20:17
Seve,
Hope you are improving daily. Miss seeing you at the Masters.
Posted by: Jane | 10 Apr 2009 13:34:11
Seve.
I'm a 46 yr old amateur golfer who was and continues to be inspired by your fighting attitude. Your struggle now is met with prayers for a complete recovery. I/ we all miss seeing you! You are truly one of the "MASTERS"
Posted by: D Rosema | 9 Apr 2009 23:41:47
Can't wait to see you on the course, cursing the U.S. during the Ryder Cup (and them cursing you) You make the game of golf a lot more interesting to watch. Get well soon
Posted by: Mickey Culligan | 8 Apr 2009 15:53:30
Stay strong - wishing you a speedy recovery.
Posted by: Jude | 4 Apr 2009 17:10:00
Get well Sevi, we love you and what a competitor.
Posted by: Dr. Brian and Mrs Jenny Smith | 31 Mar 2009 16:32:49
Good Luck Seve!
Posted by: Dave | 16 Jan 2009 19:17:00
With so much love out there for you Seve there was only going to be one winner!
Posted by: Dave | 16 Jan 2009 19:15:42
you are the master of recovery good luck
Posted by: Peter Charie | 12 Jan 2009 12:39:47
We love you Seve. Get better. You can do it.
Posted by: tim | 11 Jan 2009 07:40:49
Get well soon Seve, you are a golfing great and we need you around!.
Posted by: Rob | 5 Jan 2009 22:17:18
seve, you truly have been an insp
iration for all golfers you are my swashbuckling adventurer on the golf course, the amazing skills you brought to the game will always be remembered. i sincerely hope you fully recover soon
Posted by: matt devlin | 5 Jan 2009 06:37:55