Robin Bose has more than two decades of experience as a sports reporter. He specialises in writing on golf.
Articles by Robin Bose
Digvijay finally finds his own moment
For years, Digvijay Singh stood by the edge of the fairway applauding Jyoti Randhawa's many titles at the Delhi Golf Club. On Sunday, there was a reversal of roles. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Apr 02, 2012 01:31 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
A man in haste, Ashok finds virtues of ‘slowing’ down
Ashok Kumar gives the impression of being a man in a hurry. Engaging him in a conversation often means straining forward to catch the volley of words, which often become unintelligible, given the speed of delivery. The approach is no different on the course. Once through with his tee-shot, he is off like a hare, often leaving his partners struggling to keep pace.
Updated on Apr 01, 2012 02:31 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Mature Bhullar finds the middle path
Given the whirlwind start he had had to the 2011 season — picking up four titles between January and early March, Gaganjeet Bhullar didn't imagine that within a few months he would be trying to put to use Jeev Milkha Singh's advice.
Updated on Mar 31, 2012 01:22 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Lahiri sails into lead
It was youthful exuberance that had prodded him into volunteering to walk the course as a score recorder. By the time action from Match No. 29 meandered to the 18th, the drooping shoulders narrated a tale of exhaustion. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Mar 30, 2012 01:23 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Jyoti loses himself to regain focus
Quitting the scene hadn't crossed the mind, yet the intent was to stay away from golf. To ensure the mind was far removed from a pursuit he has followed for long, Jyoti Randhawa plunged into activities as diverse as skydiving, shooting and scuba diving.
Updated on Mar 28, 2012 11:20 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Lahiri looks forward to old high
As defending champion, the sense of belonging was natural. Perhaps that explained Anirban Lahiri's gesture as he approached the head table. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Mar 28, 2012 12:01 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Race for the Claret Jug: Lahiri seals Open spot
Images of Tiger Woods' mastery of the Old Course still stand out in his mind. Anirban Lahiri was yet to graduate to the professional ranks when The Open Championship started to tug at the heartstrings.
Updated on Mar 03, 2012 02:13 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Start to finish, Lahiri on song
“Smile,” a shout rang out from the crowd as Anirban Lahiri approached the 18th green. Had the request come a while back, compliance would have been farthest on the mind. Blowing heavily and closing the eyes frequently, Lahiri had made his way to the 18th tee. The baggage accrued over the years at the Delhi Golf Club could derail him, and the challenge was to stay rooted in the present.
Updated on Feb 26, 2012 12:17 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Plucky Prom lurks as Lahiri maintains lead on third day
Much as he tried wiping off the beads of sweat, they kept reappearing on the unshaven face. The smile came and went. The exercise had clearly affected Prom Meesawat's affable disposition. Pullovers were a common sight on Friday, but the round under the afternoon sun had taken a toll on the burly physique.
Updated on Feb 25, 2012 02:30 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Past lessons help Lahiri calmly stay ahead at DGC
No sooner was he asked about his early days at the Delhi Golf Club, the body stiffened. As a practitioner of "holistic" meditation, shunning all that's negative - feelings or deeds - is the norm.
Updated on Feb 24, 2012 02:40 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Cool Lahiri turns on the heat at DGC
Anirban Lahiri's first brush with vipassana was as a teenager, and since then he has stayed in touch.
Updated on Feb 23, 2012 01:21 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
On familiar turf, Jaini keen to set sail smoothly
Unlike the disquiet Kiradech Aphibarnrat felt, after waking up on Tuesday, to the realisation that he had a title to defend this week, Manav Jaini has been starting his day with a preoccupied mind for a while now.
Updated on Feb 22, 2012 12:07 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Kruger's perfect coronation
The pangs of pain made the moment sweeter. Trophy in hand, the chiseled face wore a smile, but the mind had rewound to 2010. Soon, Jbe Kruger was sharing his thoughts.
Updated on Feb 20, 2012 12:08 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Gurgaon
Kruger finds peace in golf and religion
Sport and religion are what Jbe Kruger lives for. Scroll down his profile on Facebook, and the prominent feature, other than golf, in the 'activities and interests' section is 'Living for God'
Updated on Feb 18, 2012 11:03 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Gurgaon
Keeping it simple under pressure
Life or golf, Shamim Khan keeps it simple. In a sport which can send the mind into a tizzy, especially with the advent of new-age gurus and concepts, taking to the course sans any “cutting edge” paraphernalia comes like a whiff of fresh air.
Updated on Feb 18, 2012 01:36 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Gurgaon
Bhandari’s comeback the talking point on Day One
Gingerly he made his way to the conference area, throwing an occasional backward glance to ensure if he was headed in the right direction. Robin Bose reports. Leader board
Updated on Feb 17, 2012 01:37 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Gurgaon
A little pain but defending champ SSP eyes gain
Ever since he tinkered with the "set-up" of his back swing, SSP Chowrasia has been swearing by the benefits. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Feb 15, 2012 11:04 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Gurgaon
German twist to Chowrasia's change of mind
Enduring the pain of forfeiting his playing rights in Europe, to regaining it soon after, courtesy the 2011 Avantha Masters, SSP Chowrasia thought he had sighted light. Robin Bose reports.
Updated on Feb 15, 2012 12:57 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Gurgaon
Wary Bhullar prefers to take one step at a time
Their friendship blossomed on the greens of the Delhi Golf Club, but irrespective of the setting, Shiv Kapur and Ashok Kumar make it a point to inject some freshness to the longstanding camaraderie.
Updated on Feb 14, 2012 01:40 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Gurgaon
Tee-point to fairway, it's all on the house
Situated at a vantage point near the 1st tee, is a sprawling structure that Jeev Milkha Singh will soon call home away from Chandigarh. Robin Bose writes.
Updated on Jan 31, 2012 11:29 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Ahmedabad
Kieffer goes all the way, Gangjee second
Aggressive approach takes 33-year-old to playoff at Gujarat Kensville Challenge.
Updated on Jan 30, 2012 01:30 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Ahmedabad
Burning desire and childhood memories
The deadpan expression matched the emptiness in the startling blue eyes. The day hadn't gone off well and perhaps that explained the lack of emotion as Scott Pinckney entered the tournament office. Card submitted, he sank into a chair, the eyes shut.
Updated on Jan 29, 2012 12:31 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Ahmedabad
Gangjee's last shot restores sanity
Faltering twice on the big stage in as many years has left him alive to the prickly issue, but Rahil Gangjee is yet to come up with a recipe to prevent a revisit to the past.
Updated on Jan 29, 2012 10:32 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Ahmedabad
Shiv dances to a nice rhythm
Like any youngster growing up in a nation starved of sporting excellence, cricket was an integral part of Shiv Kapur's formative years.
Updated on Jan 27, 2012 11:50 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Ahmedabad
Rahil's quick march gets him slender lead
When Rahil Gangjee got himself clicked for the profile page of the Nationwide Tour, it featured him with a goatee. With time, the beard has grown, but what is striking about the rotund face is a recent addition, the droopy moustache.
Updated on Jan 27, 2012 01:07 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Ahmedabad
Bhullar determined not to repeat same mistake twice
After winning the Gujarat Kensville Challenge last year, Bhullar astounded by turning down the European Challenge Tours proposal to come on board.
Updated on Jan 25, 2012 11:42 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Ahmedabad
Play the greens, catch up on history
Nestled amidst Lodi-era ruins, the novel charm of DGC endures. Robin Bose writes.
Updated on Jan 09, 2012 01:18 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Wait and watch is sponsors’ mantra
Despite the talk, sponsors are unwilling to press the panic button. Hero MotoCorp, one of the biggest players, feels fan fatigue is talked about when India play the weaker sides.
Updated on Dec 22, 2011 01:35 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
India plays it different
Nirupam Guha's face clouds when asked about progressive myopia --- a condition that's been a part of him since he entered junior school. “I won't be able to place a finger on the year, but I can assure you it did not happen overnight, quite like the drop in cricket ratings,” says the 40-year-old, adjusting the thick glasses, which lend some severity to an otherwise pleasant face.
Updated on Dec 22, 2011 01:56 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, New Delhi
Chiragh swings it right, wins BILT Open
Trailing Chiragh Kumar by a shot, Anirban Lahiri needed a birdie to force a playoff. The overnight leader had lost a five-shot cushion and his last chance at possible redemption was on the 18th. The putt had the right mix of line and speed, yet it veered off after kissing the cups lip.
Updated on Nov 05, 2011 10:46 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Robin Bose, Greater Noida