The Real History of Every World #1 Golfer

Who really deserves the title of world’s best golfer? Since 1986, only 25 players have ever reached #1—and their stories reveal surprising truths about dominance, consistency, and what it really takes to rule golf. From Tiger Woods’ record 683 weeks at the top, to Greg Norman’s decade of consistency, to shock number ones like Luke Donald and Martin Kaymer, this video breaks down every golfer who has held the top spot in the Official World Golf Ranking.

You’ll discover:
🏆 The legends who defined entire eras of golf dominance
🤯 The surprising players who reached #1 without winning a major
📉 Why all-time greats like Phil Mickelson never became world #1
📊 How the ranking system has evolved (and why it’s still controversial today)

This isn’t just a list—it’s the real history of golf’s ultimate achievement, told through the stories of the game’s greatest players.

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