Greg Hechter

Proud husband & father who loves all sports, running, hiking & wine! Opinions are my own!

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

@OversLife That's Nantie Hayward. He was super blitz, but he didn't know where it was going and that's the combination that made him so scary to face!

[GARY PLAYER @garyplayer]

It is truly a blessing to live in an era where we can witness greatness in sport from anywhere in the world. That was not always the case earlier in my life, and it makes moments like I just witnessed even more meaningful.

Watching Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals of the Australian Open just now was a powerful reminder of why he stands as the greatest tennis player the game has ever known. He is now pursuing his 25th major championship, an achievement that speaks not only to talent, but to discipline, resilience and an unwavering commitment to excellence. I only wish everyone could view such performances with both appreciation and understanding, recognising greatness with fairness and respect.

The Australian crowds were magnificent just as they always were for me, and Novak’s pursuit of what would be his 11th Australian Open title carries special significance. History shows that the very greatest champions often face adversity late in their careers, yet it is precisely this adversity that defines them.

Across all sports, true superstars share one defining trait: longevity. We have seen it time and again with Jack Nicklaus winning the Masters at 46, Tiger Woods, Ben Hogan after this car accient, Tom Brady, Muhammad Ali, Michael Phelps, LeBron James and others. These athletes return to the summit not by chance, but because they possess something rare. Longevity, in my view, is one of the most underrated attributes in sport. Just as a great engine allows a BMW to endure, a great inner drive allows champions to last.

I was deeply moved watching Novak. His journey began under extraordinary hardship, growing up amid conflict surrounding his childhood. To rise from that environment to this level of global excellence is nothing short of remarkable. What he has achieved is admirable beyond words.

Novak now faces a monumental challenge in the final, but his legacy is already secure. Across all sports and all generations, only a handful of athletes possess what can only be described as “it.” That quality cannot be defined, measured or explained, but you know it when you see it.

Novak Djokovic has IT. GP

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

@Ploegskaar1 Hoop daar was n stukkie vlies om by te sit. Daai kabeljoutjie is n lekker starter.

[DHL Stormers @THESTORMERS]

✍️ Evan Roos is staying right where he belongs.

💬 'Cape Town is home and I have a fantastic support base here, not to mention the fans and the incredible set-up we have with a strong squad and world-class coaches.'

Full story https://t.co/LHNpcrpEIh

#inittogether

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

The @HurricanesBBL are @BBL champions. So good to experience that as part of the @crickettas family. #itsourtime #bbl14

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

Today was a good day! Recognize it, celebrate it, and replicate it! #makememories Today makes tomorrow better! #GrowthMindset

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

@Ploegskaar1 @Oom_Rugby Love it Ploegie. Can't wait to see him in the Hoops later this year.

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

3 days in Tassie & I get to experience the Aurora. Wow simply spectacular #auroraustralias

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

@DONCRICKET @JHBWater @CityofJoburgZA @eNCA Seriously! It's an election year. No basic services (water, electricity, along with everything else). Act with your x when it counts people! It's not the same in the @CityofCapeTown

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

@THESTORMERS One of the best human beings I have had the privilege of working with! Joe left the brand in a better place than he received it. Im so glad he will always be synonymous with the @THESTORMERS brand!

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

Warning @WorldRugby. Controversy & debate incoming. @Scotlandteam v @FranceRugby was an intriguing affair, the kicking game issues, ref & tmo decisions will be debated. I feel for the best team that lost! But it was nail-biting entertainment! #GuinnessM6N

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

@DONCRICKET @bhogleharsha 100% spot on Nos. On both points!

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

Players have batted with broken bones before...why wouldn't you bat with a tweeked hamstring? Especially with a teammate stranded just short of a maiden century. #proteas #SAvsIND

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

@DONCRICKET Clearly also had a big no-ball problem as well

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

The greatest innings of all time! The best run chase ever @Gmaxi_32 take a bow. Unbelievable #AUSvsAFG #Maxwell

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

@Springboks & @OfficialProteas with a World Cup double over England on the same day & over New Zealand in the same week is some achievement. Can't see that ever being immulated! @rugbyworldcup @cricketworldcup @SouthAfrica

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

Duhan vd Merwe only South African to win award tonight - try of the year. John Smit got a contribution to rugby, thank you. Biggest insult is team of the year. 5 French, 5 Irish, 4 AB'S & Eben. But Boks are World No 1, World Champs having had to play all of the top 6 to do so

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

@Howiekahn @SiyaKolisi But we have a South African awarded the try of the year. Oh he plays for Scotland though!

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

If @NetflixSA don't do a @Deonf documentary they are missing a big trick! #whatastory #whataman #whataplayer @Springboks #WorldChampions

[Greg Hechter @greghechter]

Back to back world champs @Springboks