➠becoming her profession, is to study for
a degree in physical education and sports science. Her victory in the Andalusian Cup in January at Atalaya Golf, and in Murcia in a national ranking event, opened the doors to the national youth team, and this summer she travels to France to play in Spain-England and Spain-Scotland matches. How far do you think you can go in the world of golf? I want to reach the highest level possible, at least try to get there, but if not at least graduate with the degree. What golf plans do you have for this summer? Apart from the trips with the national
“I always manage better with my long game because I’m better in that area and I’m fairly strong” team, I will be attending the summer camp for two or three weeks that Manuel (Araujo, the Benahavís Municipal Golf Academy coach) runs. We practise from 10 in the morning, eat and continue until four in the afternoon. And out on the course? I do not usually go out a lot because my parents can’t take me. I go out once a week or something like that. Which player would you like to emulate? Azahara Muñoz, always. And among the men I really like Tiger Woods’ swing. What are the main strengths in your game? What clubs do you work with best? I always manage better with my long game because I’m better in that area and I’m fairly strong. My short game takes more effort, although I have been improving lately. You have a reputation for being a big hitter. How far do you reach with the driver? 240, 250 (metres) more or less. Do your parents support you a lot? Yes, but always with studying as the main priority, and then golf. It’s not easy for golf to be second! (She laughs, and her mother observes, “That’s the way it is.“)
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