THE INS AND OUTS OF TOTO

WHICH PART OF YOUR GAME DO YOU STRUGGLE WITH THE MOST? HOW DO YOU WORK TO IMPROVE IT?
In the past, my iron play was where I struggled a lot. As with all areas in golf, the only way to get better is to constantly practice. My irons are actually the strongest part of my game right now.

I am not currently working with a coach but with my father. A daily routine consists of at least a 20km bike ride in the morning followed by a two-hour range session.

DO YOU THINK SOUTH AFRICA IS CURRENTLY DOING ENOUGH TO PROMOTE AND GROW THE SPORT OF GOLF AND TO KEEP THAT FUTURE TALENT REPRESENTING OUR COUNTRY INSTEAD OF MOVING OVER TO THE STATES?
No. There are a few organizations such as the Ernie Else Foundation promoting golf and assisting young talent with limited resources to have access to facilities to learn the game but these organizations require much more resources.

There are so many entities and individuals with so much in South Africa these days as well as so much young talent and love for sport that just don’t have the opportunity to grow into pro athletes. If we could manage to intersect those that have with those that need, South Africa could really be a great golf nation with an impressive worldwide presence.

WHO IS YOUR FAVOURITE SOUTH AFRICAN PGA PRO TO WATCH AND SUPPORT
Dylan Frittelli – His most impressive attribute is his attitude to the game. He always keeps great composure through a round.

ONE PIECE OF PRICELESS ADVICE YOU CAN GIVE SOUTH AFRICAN KIDS THAT IDOLISE YOU AND WANT TO FOLLOW IN YOUR FOOTSTEPS AS A SUNSHINE TOUR PRO?

Don’t try be the best, Be the first. I always say that. Focus on doing more without following the trend and amazing results will follow.

WHAT IS LOWEST SCORE YOU EVER SHOT AND WHERE?

I shot a 61 at the Royal Swazi Golf Club in Swaziland – I think this was around 2014.