On the Mark Golf Podcast

Dr. Kapil Gupta on Conquering the Mind to Achieve Greatness

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Jul 28, 2017
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ANECDOTE

Abe's Rain-Interrupted Future Masters

  • Kapil Gupta shared his son Abe's experience at the Future Masters where rain caused a controversial shortening of the event.
  • Abe's strong performance was partially undone, leading to a second place finish despite a superior back nine showing.
INSIGHT

Hope Breeds Fear and Tension

  • Hope in golf is dangerous as it sets up players for disappointment due to high expectations.
  • Fear arises as the flip side of hope, creating anxiety and tension that harm performance.
ADVICE

Love Execution, Not Outcomes

  • Fall in love with executing each golf shot genuinely and sincerely without ulterior motives.
  • Avoid trying not to care to improve scores, as insincere efforts invite mental resistance.
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