Golf news: Darren Clarke is eager to get in shape.
Published: 18 January 2012
Smaller golf clothing may soon be required by Darren Clarke, as the Open Championship winner has revealed he is aiming to get in shape in 2012.The Northern Irishman noted he has enlisted the help of fitness expert Jonny Bloomfield to assist him in his quest to shed the pounds - and explained his experience of lifting the Claret Jug has spurred him on.
Clarke - who turned professional in 1990 and recently came second in the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award - explained the victory made him realise his playing days are far from over and prompted him to extend his career through improved health.
In addition, the 43-year-old is having his eyes checked and nutrition monitored to make sure everything is in order, adding: "My alcohol consumption is taking a massive dint ... currently down to zero. However, no pain, no gain and I'm very excited about the route that we're going down."
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