Pole Position
You can often tell where a player is in their career by the fuss that surrounds them on the driving range – or the lack of it. As Adrian Meronk slopes towards the practice area at Emirates GC in Dubai, he almost looks lost. Carrying his own bag, he could pass for a regular punter looking for the first tee.
The ‘Polish Tiger Woods’ is actually eyeing up a spot to hit some balls. He’s extremely diligent when it comes to practice – and given his talent, it’s unlikely he’ll stay under the radar for too long.
“That’s a good one,” he laughs, referring to the generous nickname which – for the record – he did not conjure up himself. “I’ve heard of this one. I’m proud to be this,” he explains. He’s not so aware of the other label – the ‘Godfather of Polish Golf’ – although he’s well aware of his history-making exploits.
