Planet Beyond Podcast
Paul Lawrie – Learning and Mentoring
Paul Lawrie has enjoyed an impressive career as a professional golfer, with 19 professional wins to his name, including the 1999 Open Championship. Remarkably, he was a latecomer to the game, only turning his full attention to golf after realising he wouldn’t make it as a professional footballer. His secret to success lay in relentless dedication and discipline - spending countless hours on the range, often hitting a thousand balls a day, every day, to master his craft and build the consistency that defined his career.
In the later stages of his career, Paul Lawrie - with the unwavering support of his wife, Marian - has devoted his time to nurturing young golfing talent in the Grampian region around Aberdeen. Through the Paul Lawrie Foundation, which they co-founded, he has helped countless young players develop their skills, with many going on to turn professional and achieve tournament success.
Now, the Foundation has joined forces with professional golfer Kylie Henry to place a special focus on supporting girls in golf through a new, Fugro-sponsored clinic. Ahead of a deeper look at this inspiring initiative, Paul sits down with Jon Baston-Pitt to reflect on his own journey, the lessons behind his success, and his passion for mentoring the next generation of golfers.
Host
Jon Baston-Pitt
Guest
Paul Lawrie, professional golfer and founder of the Paul Lawrie Foundation
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