Pro�le
GP : Tell us about yourself ?
GB : I am a 19 year old amateur golfer currently on the Indian National Squad . I am currently training under Mr . Jesse Grewal .
WHAT ’ S IN YOUR BAG ?
I have nine irons , a hybrid , a 3 wood , a putter . Along with that you ’ ll � nd a lot of `10 coins because I preferably mark my ball with an Indian `10 coin . It ’ s unique in itself . Also , I am always stocked with wooden tees mostly whites and yellow . And I make sure I have at least 3 different coloured sharpies in my bag . Putter : Paul Hurrion Signature Sedo Putter by GEL Wedges : Lob Wedge - Titleist SM6 ( M Groove ), Sand Wedge - Ping iE1 54 degrees , Pitching Wedge - Ping iE1 Clubs : Ping iE1 , Orange Dot , 3iron to 9iron Hybrid : Titleist 915H , 18 degrees Drivers : Titleist 915D3
GP : Pastime beyond Golf- I love reading books and going out for coffee by myself .
GP : Favourite Club - Driver GP : Most in�uenced by - My parents
GP : Is there any other game / sport you are associated with ?
GB : Swimming and Long Distance Running ( for the sake of timepass and fun only ).
GP : How do you evaluate your journey up till now as an Indian Golfer ?
GB : It ’ s been fun with a lot of ups and downs . The amateur tour is wonderful and very competitive as well these days . It ’ s great to see how the the girls tour is expanding . The Union provides us with a lot of opportunities and it had been a great competitive as well as learning experience throughout till now and I ’ m sure it ’ ll be the same for years to come .
GP : Fitness is really important . Tell us about your day-to-day �tness regime .
GB : For me , personally speaking , �tness doesn ’ t refer to being lean or losing weight . It is about building and strengthening yourself . I workout 4-5 days a week . It includes upper and lower strengthening ,
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core strengthening , lifting ( which i enjoy the most ) and cardio as well . I am not much of a yoga person . I prefer intense and rapid training . I am training with Mr . Sagar Diwan for the same .
GP : A memory you would like to share with us ( Golf )?
GB : I think golf has given me a better insight of my own self and maybe this is something i will carry lifelong .
GP : Who prompted you to take up golf out of all the other sports ?
JS : My Father inspired me as I used to go with him to the driving range often when I was Young .
GP : How do you manage your time between golf and studies ?
JS : Studies is always a Priority at this point of time , I manage to practice and play in the weekends and Sundays .
GP : What are your future plans ?
JS : Take up golf seriously and also put all my knowledge in designing golf courses world wide .
GP : Favourite :
Food : Home cooked by MOM mostly vegetarian
Book : GOLF MY WAY by Jack Nicklaus
Golfer : Male- Jordan Spieth Female : Lexi Thompson , Michelle WIE
GP : Is there any foremost feeling that you get , at the �rst tee off during the commencement of a tournament ? If Yes , Share the same .
WHAT ’ S IN YOUR BAG ?
Wedge : Titliest vockey SM-6 Balls : Srixon Irons : Srixon Hybrid : A grind 20.5degree Putter : Scotty Cameron Newport 2 Driver : Srixon
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JS : Excited to give my best performance all the time .
GP : How has golf helped you in your day-to-day activity ?
JS : Teaches me Honesty , manners , curtsey , and most important Punctuality .
GP : Your advice to other Junior Golfers .
JS : Work Hard and keep Practicing do not think of success it will come by itself .
GP : When did you start playing Junior Golf Tournaments ?
JS : When I was 7 years Old from South Zone Junior events .
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