The Welshman turned 50 in October and is now playing in the European Senior Tour – which is for men over 50 – and while he’s already claimed two victories, he insisted it hasn’t been easy.

He told Today’s Golfer magazine: “I’ve won already, but it’s not easy, I promise you.

“The standard has surprised me and that’s great for the tour and makes me relish the competition.”

After injuries took a toll on his body, Jamie was ready to take on the new challenge of senior golf.

He said: “After the wrist and shoulder operations, plus back problems at the end of my late 40s, I was ready for something different so was looking forward to turning 50 and joining the Legends Tour.

“I was sort of competitive towards the end of the DP World career – fourth in Africa two years ago, second at Wentworth three years ago – but the injuries the last couple of years affected me.

“So I’m enjoying it on the Legends.”

Jamie’s interest in golf began when he was a child and caddied for his father.

He said: “My father was a five-handicap and I used to caddie for him, which was great fun because he had a terrible temper and he used to chuck clubs up trees – and I loved climbing trees.

“That’s when I realised I quite liked this game.”