Gurugram: Following his arrival on a chartered flight after a brief visit to the Taj Mahal, Bryson DeChambeau checked into the DLF Golf and Country Club late Tuesday. By the time he captivated the audience at a golf clinic as twilight fell on Wednesday, he had become the focal point of the star-studded lineup participating in India’s inaugural International Series.

DeChambeau is undoubtedly the centre of attention, and the atmosphere surrounding the course is something that must be experienced firsthand to be fully appreciated. He is spoken of with great respect in hospitality suites and player lounges, with his contemporaries drawing comparisons to legends such as Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods. His magnetic presence has prompted the club to open its gates to fans eager to witness the reigning US Open champion in action.

Conservative estimates suggest that at least 10,000 spectators are anticipated to flock to the course throughout the four-day event—figures that are nearly unprecedented in Indian golf. The last time such a significant turnout occurred on an Indian course was 11 years ago when Woods played at the Delhi Golf Club. Furthermore, it has been six decades since a reigning major champion, Peter Thompson, participated in the 1966 Indian Open.

DeChambeau, 31, is acutely aware of the significance of his visit. 

“I am here to educate, entertain, and inspire. These are the reasons I play golf. I think this is an amazing opportunity for all to see what India can truly produce. It’s a growing economy, it’s a growing population that needs golf. There’s a lot more to come, so that’s why I’m here,” stated the American.

The athlete behind all these peculiarities embraces the rigorous nature of training. “My strategy involves practising with utmost intensity, which fosters a consistent motion in my performance. If I can replicate that motion repeatedly, it will cultivate confidence. Conversely, if I encounter difficulties, it indicates that I have not exerted sufficient effort or that my swing mechanics are misaligned, hindering repeatability. My mental fortitude is intrinsically linked to my ability to maintain that repeatability,” he stated.

His fellow Crushers teammates, Anirban Lahiri and Casey commend DeChambeau’s dedication and work ethic. “He possesses a unique mindset. His analytical approach is exceptional. He thoroughly explores all available information and opportunities, seeking any advantage, whether it pertains to physics, his physical condition, or the mechanics of his golf swing. Whatever he undertakes, he commits to it with complete intensity, which can be quite taxing for those around him,” Lahiri remarked.

Casey concurred, adding humorously, “Observing his preparation can be mentally taxing for me.” He noted, “DeChambeau possesses remarkable physical capabilities and strikes the ball with such intensity that the sound produced upon contact is distinctly different. His approach is characterized by a scientific mindset.”

Among DeChambeau’s essential practices is the floating of golf balls to determine their centre of gravity, as well as measuring slopes and recording speeds. “If he perceives the surface to be excessively fast, he meticulously adjusts the putter’s backstroke to a precise distance that he deems optimal. For him, everything must be quantifiable; he does not rely on instinct,” Casey elaborated.

When asked to elaborate on his preparation methods, DeChambeau leaned back in his chair and smiled. “Do you have an hour?”

“I ensure that my putting, chipping, wedges, irons, and driver are all in a state where I feel exceptionally comfortable with my swing, my sensations, and the force I apply. I assess whether my technique is sound. In terms of putting, I focus on speed and line control, reading putts before my practice. As for wedges, I…”

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