The Irish man who went from golf-pro to dentist: ‘All people who become professionals have dreams of greatness. Then you see the level of competition'
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On the walls of Chris Hogg's Dublin dental surgery, there are two framed certificates. One says Chris Hogg – PGA Professional (2004), the other certificate has his dentistry qualifications (2017). How does a member of the Professional Golfers' Association go on to become a dentist? And why?
The 46-year-old married father of two has lived several lives. His is the story of how a young boy followed his dream of becoming a professional golfer, pursued it and then changed his mind. When major obstacles came his way, he went back to the drawing board and came up with a new life plan.
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