Robin Bose has more than two decades of experience as a sports reporter. He specialises in writing on golf.
Articles by Robin Bose
Leading the way: Iceman Keshavan lugs on in pursuit of Olympic dream
Keshavan, the athlete, recounts how he almost did not qualify for the Winter Olympics, in Sochi, Russia, next year. Robin Bose writes.
Updated on Mar 24, 2013 01:49 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose
Self-assured Aiken seals it
His late charge was not enough to challenge Thomas Aiken, but from the time Gaganjeet Bhullar holed his final putt of the Avantha Masters, he was under siege. From the 18th green to the score recorders, a bevy of fans followed, leading to his path being cordoned off. Robin Bose reports. Final Scores
Updated on Mar 18, 2013 01:17 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Greater Noida
Aiken makes charge atop leaderboard
Call it what you may — reluctance to speak in the midst of a tournament or sheer indifference, a leader can often close all routes of communication.
Updated on Mar 16, 2013 11:15 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Greater Noida
American lessons come in handy for Gangjee
It's a habit Rahil Gangjee developed since his days on the Nationwide (Web.com) Tour. No matter the mood he wakes up with, standing at the tee box evens out emotions. Robin Bose reports. Leaderboard
Updated on Mar 16, 2013 02:31 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Greater Noida
Chinnarat goes 11 under on Day One
Even before Chinnarat Phadungsil could leave the 17th tee box, activity had started to pick up around the 18th green. Though not uncomfortable outside, the air-conditioners were whirring in the marquee area.
Updated on Mar 15, 2013 02:17 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Greater Noida
Quiros, a James Bond fan all the way
Apart from his appearance, an addition of five kilos to the lithe frame, a fallout of the wrist injury Alvaro Quiros suffered late last year was that he’s “spent too much time on the couch”.
Updated on Mar 14, 2013 02:15 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Greater Noida
Jeev waiting to let it rip
Holding them up in comparison, Jeev Milkha Singh nodded towards the right index finger and remarked, “It’s got a little bent.”
Updated on Mar 14, 2013 02:16 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Greater Noida
‘Tons’ of work, Mickelson style
Choosing a spot on the practice greens, which allowed him the requisite slope for the drill, Himmat Rai got down to the task. Ever since he picked up a video of Phil Mickelson, one of the finest exponents of the short game, the method has stayed with him.
Updated on Mar 13, 2013 01:12 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Greater Noida
Tranquil Lahiri stays cool to complete double
History was on his side, having braved a playoff twice in as many years, and on a stage of this magnitude, but the pressure putt had to be holed anyway. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Mar 10, 2013 01:03 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Lahiri 'cracks' the riddle called DGC
The unforgiving ways of the Delhi Golf Club (DGC) can have a lasting impact on the mind and soul. So, it is normal for the tormented to complain on how this course showers its benevolence on a chosen few. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Mar 09, 2013 12:52 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
‘Mature’ Khalin finally pays heed to sensible advice
It’s hardly been three months since he turned professional, but Khalin Joshi can already talk about a change in approach.
Updated on Mar 08, 2013 12:33 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Dream start for greenhorn Khalin
It isn’t as if his oratory skills need improvement. Khalin Joshi isn’t a stranger to the spotlight.
Updated on Mar 07, 2013 02:26 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Focus on putting, Mukesh and SSP look to sizzle on greens
Placing the putter on the callused palms, SSP Chowrasia scanned the length of the club before getting down to the vagaries of putting.
Updated on Mar 06, 2013 01:58 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Shiv 'swings' back to where he belongs
Hands together in applause, it was admiration that united the motley crowd around the 18th green. It was silence that bound Shiv Kapur and his caddy, Thakur. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Feb 04, 2013 12:26 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Ahmedabad
Olympic champs as parents, An has it in his genes
He laughs it off, the façade is to ward off the query, but it hasn't been easy for An Byeong-hun to grow up as Jiao Zhi-Min and Ahn Jae-Hyung's son. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Feb 03, 2013 01:09 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Ahmedabad
Conditions aid Shiv’s smooth ride
Shiv Kapur got going by taming the tough 1st, and with a 25-footer for birdie on the 3rd, his first this week, he was up and away at Gujarat Kensville Challenge. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Feb 03, 2013 01:51 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Ahmedabad
On a different pitch, but the master still in control
Taking stance at the Kensville Golf and Country Club made it obvious that it was a different pitch, but the ability to strike the sweet spot (of the driver in this case), showed that a change of turf had had little impact on Sachin Tendulkar's ability. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Feb 01, 2013 11:31 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Ahmedabad
New strategy keeps Gangjee going
The habit of making notes was already there — he had got into jotting down statistics since his junior days — Gangjee and his mental trainer started work on teeing off each day with a clean slate. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Feb 02, 2013 01:50 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Ahmedabad
Shiv relies on ‘old’ tricks to flourish on Day One
He, a practitioner of golf, and the other a keen onlooker, having tracked the former’s journey as a junior to an established pro, their chemistry is infectious. A fleeting glimpse is enough to trigger it off, and the two are ready to have a go. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Feb 01, 2013 02:19 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Ahmedabad
Himmat plays waiting game
Compared to 2011, when he announced his arrival on the Asian Tour with the ISPS Handa Singapore Classic title, the season that went by saw Himmat Rai keep a low profile. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Jan 31, 2013 02:02 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Ahmedabad
Shiva comes out of the cold to deliver gold again
Probably, the weather had a hand in it. Almost a day had lapsed since the felicitation, but the marigolds were as if they'd been freshly plucked.
Updated on Dec 30, 2012 01:17 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose
After win, a brief getaway for Kapur
Long before Sunday happened, Shiv Kapur had planned his yearend getaway. The rigours of the tour take a toll on the body and mind anyway, for Shiv it was the added burden of a prolonged barren run. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Dec 24, 2012 02:54 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Noida
Kapur gets the competitive juices flowing
Repeated adjustment of the cap through the day had caused the piece of black ribbon to almost come off. Though in shreds, Shiv Kapur took care to free the remaining strands from the pin at the back, Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Dec 23, 2012 01:53 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Noida
Daniel misses Delhi feel
The pangs of separation have been with Daniel Chopra ever since he arrived on Monday evening, and the brief exchange caused the angst to spill out and perhaps even overshadow the satisfaction of ending Day I of the Shubhkamna Champions with a 64, which gave him a two-stroke lead.
Updated on Dec 22, 2012 01:18 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Noida
Chopra’s gameplan: Patience
It's been a while since Daniel Chopra played on Indian soil, and the eyes wandered around the hall as the 38-year-old tried to recollect his last appearance, reports Robin Bose.
Updated on Dec 21, 2012 02:49 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Noida
Fighting injury and agony
Extending the weather-beaten palms, Jeev Milkha Singh's gaze came to settle on the index finger. "See," he said, directing the group's attention. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Dec 20, 2012 03:13 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Noida
He remains the boy next door
Olympic silver medallist Vijay Kumar talks about what it takes to be on the top and plans for his academy. Robin Bose reports. Medal record | Know Vijay
Updated on Dec 02, 2012 12:13 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose
Jyoti wavers, Ajeetesh takes title
Even before he approached the 18th green, Jyoti Randhawa had spotted the lone figure, stretched out near the bunker closest to the pin, Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Nov 05, 2012 02:08 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Gurgaon
Ajeetesh continues his dream run
Since his days as a top junior, Ajeetesh has given SMS Sandhu reasons to speak about him in glowing terms. Yet, a long-standing regret remains. It was his father who introduced him to golf, but the initiation took a while. Robin Bose reports. Leaderboard (Day 3)
Updated on Nov 04, 2012 01:39 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Gurgaon
Sandhu looks to learn from mistakes
Whenever Ajeetesh Sandhu has to seek answers; they lie away from his place of work. The fifth spot at last month's CG Open, to cap a couple of top-10s earlier this season, shows that the need hasn't arisen in a while, but when faced with the scenario, the 24-year-old knows where to look.
Updated on Nov 03, 2012 01:17 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Gurgaon