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An audience with the ‘Iceman’

Super Swede Henrik Stenson hosts one-off clinic with lucky group of guests

Thirty lucky international guests have had an audience with the Iceman, Henrik Stenson, as the Race to Dubai and FedEx Cup champion hosted a one-off clinic with a small group of tourists who were visiting the UAE capital for this year’s Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship at Abu Dhabi Golf Club.

The guests got unique insights into the mind and approach of the World Number three, as he revealed his top tips for improving all round games. The super Swede said: “A common problem many golfers encounter is feeling ‘stuck between clubs’, unable to decide which to use when out on the course. The key to overcoming this is really getting to know your clubs, spending time on the range and recording how far you’re hitting with everything you’ve got in your bag.”

The 37-year-old added: “I’m now at the stage where I know exactly how far I’m hitting with each of my clubs, for example my nine iron is carrying 140 yards whereas my four iron is nearer 200!”

The fans who travelled from regional and international destinations, including Switzerland, Guernsey and Saudi Arabia spent just over an hour with Stenson, whose enigmatic personality has proven a hit with golf fans at this year’s event. Seasoned golf fan Nigel Ward, here at the Championship for the first time, said: “To be given such a unique opportunity as this has been a real treat and fantastic addition to our visit to Abu Dhabi. I’m hoping I can put Henrik’s tips into practice when back out on the golf course!”

The 63-year-old Channel Island resident added: “With such a strong line up at this year’s event, my wife and I needed little persuasion before booking! As part of our championship package, we’ve also been lucky enough to get out and play on some of the region’s top courses, including Saadiyat Beach Golf Club and Yas Links. Next up on our to do list is a trip into the Arabian Desert!”

Tickets are still available for Saturday and Sunday via the event’s official website - www.abudhabigolfchampionship.com - and Ticketmaster (www.ticketmaster.ae), at AED50 for a daily pass and AED150 for a season pass. Guests staying at any Abu Dhabi hotel over the Championship period enter free.