In Part 2 of his fascinating conversation with host Ross McGuire, golfing legend Gary Wolstenholme MBE takes us back to the heart of his amateur championship victories — including his first win at Ganton in 1991.
From early memories of childhood holidays in Scarborough to the mindset that shaped his success in national and international competition, Gary opens up about:
The story behind his first Amateur Championship victory
How familiarity and calm preparation helped him perform under pressure
Competing against America’s best, including a young Phil Mickelson
Lessons learned from representing England and GB&I at the highest level
The dedication and discipline that kept him at the top of amateur golf for decades
It’s another insightful and inspiring chat with one of golf’s true gentlemen — and a must-listen for anyone who loves the game’s history, strategy, and soul.
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Make sure to catch up on Part 1 if you haven’t already — and stay tuned for Part 3, where Gary dives deeper into representing England, the Walker Cup, and stories from the locker room.
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