October 11, 2013. He struggled through injuries and a slump in form, Indian golfer Arjun Atwal may not play the USD 1,250,000 Indian Open to be held at the Delhi Golf Club from November 7 to 10.
“I am still undecided about the Indian Open. I will be flying back to Orlando; I got a few things to do there. I might get an entry at McGladrey Classic in the PGA tour. If I do, I will miss the Indian Open but if I don’t, I will comeback and play in the Indian Open,” said Atwal at Indian Golf Union programme, where they announced the launch of National Handicapping Service (NHS) on November 3.
Atwal said 2013 has been the worse phase of his career as he just could not wriggle out of the slump.
[highlight] I never had a bad year in my life as a professional golfer. I had just four cuts. I can’t remember when was the last time I had such a slump [/highlight]
“I never had a bad year in my life as a professional golfer. I had just four cuts. I can’t remember when was the last time I had such a slump. Most of the slumps have been mini-slumps I could get a way out,” he said.
“This year, I could not find a way out both mentally and physically. There are a bunch of player, including Gary Player, who encouraged me then.”
The 40-year –old is yearning to return back to form after a six-week lay-off at the Venetian Macau Open scheduled to held from October 17 to 20. He says he feels better and ready to strike back.
“Physically I am feeling better. I took a month a half off from golf. Last tournament was Wyndham Championship in August. Last three tournaments I played with a herniated disk and then I missed a event due to a left knee problem and finally my back gave out and I have been recuperating from that,” he added.
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