Hello, Adam

UNIQLO TOKYO in Ginza. Standing before this massive LED display, Adam captured the attention of the city. His willingness to let people take pictures with their phones helps to explain his massive popularity.

Hello,
Adam

Interview with Adam Scott

In 2013, just after becoming a Global Brand Ambassador for UNIQLO,
Adam Scott won the Masters.
Amidst a busy worldwide travel schedule,
he sat down with us for an interview in Tokyo.
Adam's every word brims with the spirit of golf.

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UNIQLO TOKYO in Ginza. Standing before this massive LED display, Adam captured the attention of the city. His willingness to let people take pictures with their phones helps to explain his massive popularity.

Q1. How did you discover golf?

I played golf with my family from a young age. People start young in Australia. I've been swinging a club since I was two. Then when I was five or so, I remember seeing a famous pro golfer on TV and thinking, "I want to do that!"

Q2. What's the best way to maintain your motivation?

I think, until you achieve all your goals and dreams, there is always this motivation to keep going. Everybody dreams big as a kid. But dreams don't come true overnight. I've been able to achieve a great deal, but many of my dreams are still out of reach. As soon as you finish one thing, you set your sights on another. That's continued to this day. Golf stands out from other sports because there are so few opportunities to win. It's important to learn from the failures, finding something positive to help you grow.

Q3. What's the best part about being a pro golfer?

There are so many things. Because I'm really just living my dream. Of course, winning tournaments is very fulfilling, but along the way, I've had the opportunity to travel the world playing golf in all these gorgeous places.

Q4. Golf is often called a gentleman's sport. What makes someone a gentleman?

I have some friends that I look up to who I think are good role models for being a gentleman, and most of them play golf. In this sport, we're our own referees. If we make a mistake, we have to give ourselves a penalty. Golf is about honesty and integrity. If you apply the rules to life, you'll make yourself a positive example. That's why I encourage children to play golf. It's great for building character.

Adam Scott

Adam demonstrates his swing at a driving range in Toranomon, a district in central Tokyo where high-rises stand among historic architecture. His impeccable swing has been called the most elegant in the world.

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Q5. You were born in Australia and now live in Switzerland. What do you like about these two cultures?

I think the Australian lifestyle is quite casual. Maybe it's because I was born there, but I'm a pretty easy-going type. So that’s quite appealing to me. Switzerland is almost the opposite. And it's such a beautiful country. When I went pro, I was playing mostly European tours. That's when I decided I wanted a house in Switzerland. It's very different from Australia, but I like it a lot.

Q6. What destinations have stood out to you the most?

The Taj Mahal in India. Quite an amazing experience, like an adventure, travelling down there. And the Great Wall of China was also incredible.

Q7. What led you to start the Adam Scott Foundation, which provides education opportunities for children and young people?

When I participated in my first PGA Tour, I learned that most of the proceeds for the tournaments go to projects that give back to local communities. This was around the time that they were celebrating total donations surpassing 1 billion dollars. I was twenty-five years old, and deeply moved by the idea that if you stick with things, you can make a huge impact. The foundation focuses on giving educational opportunities to kids. I'm trying to help kids reach their dreams. Lending a helping hand.

Q8. As a Global Brand Ambassador for the past twelve years, what are your thoughts on UNIQLO?

I feel UNIQLO has a strong philosophy of MADE FOR ALL, for everyone. I think a company or brand has to be very strong in its foundations and principles to be successful without using the logo everywhere. I very much like that UNIQLO feels like it's truly made for everyone. These clothes are so accessible. Golf, though, has these strong associations as an elitist sport. I'd like to bring the MADE FOR ALL philosophy to golf, to make it something anyone can play.

Q9. Is there something from UNIQLO you couldn't live without?

Picking one thing is impossible, so I’ll give three. First, the AIRism undershirt. It’s so comfortable and looks great. You can even wear it as a top layer. I wear mine every day. Then there’s the Extra Fine Merino Jumper. It’s lightweight, soft, and classic. Perfect companion to travel everywhere. Then I’d say the AirSense trousers. They fit great and work with everything. Truly an essential item for everyone every day.

Q3. What's the best part about being a pro golfer?

There are so many things. Because I'm really just living my dream. Of course, winning tournaments is very fulfilling, but along the way, I've had the opportunity to travel the world playing golf in all these gorgeous places.

Q4. Golf is often called a gentleman's sport. What makes someone a gentleman?

I have some friends that I look up to who I think are good role models for being a gentleman, and most of them play golf. In this sport, we're our own referees. If we make a mistake, we have to give ourselves a penalty. Golf is about honesty and integrity. If you apply the rules to life, you'll make yourself a positive example. That's why I encourage children to play golf. It's great for building character.

Q5. You were born in Australia and now live in Switzerland. What do you like about these two cultures?

I think the Australian lifestyle is quite casual. Maybe it's because I was born there, but I'm a pretty easy-going type. So that’s quite appealing to me. Switzerland is almost the opposite. And it's such a beautiful country. When I went pro, I was playing mostly European tours. That's when I decided I wanted a house in Switzerland. It's very different from Australia, but I like it a lot.

Q6. What destinations have stood out to you the most?

The Taj Mahal in India. Quite an amazing experience, like an adventure, travelling down there. And the Great Wall of China was also incredible.

Q7. What led you to start the Adam Scott Foundation, which provides education opportunities for children and young people?

When I participated in my first PGA Tour, I learned that most of the proceeds for the tournaments go to projects that give back to local communities. This was around the time that they were celebrating total donations surpassing 1 billion dollars. I was twenty-five years old, and deeply moved by the idea that if you stick with things, you can make a huge impact. The foundation focuses on giving educational opportunities to kids. I'm trying to help kids reach their dreams. Lending a helping hand.

Q8. As a Global Brand Ambassador for the past twelve years, what are your thoughts on UNIQLO?

I feel UNIQLO has a strong philosophy of MADE FOR ALL, for everyone. I think a company or brand has to be very strong in its foundations and principles to be successful without using the logo everywhere. I very much like that UNIQLO feels like it's truly made for everyone. These clothes are so accessible. Golf, though, has these strong associations as an elitist sport. I'd like to bring the MADE FOR ALL philosophy to golf, to make it something anyone can play.

Q9. Is there something from UNIQLO you couldn't live without?

Picking one thing is impossible, so I’ll give three. First, the AIRism undershirt. It’s so comfortable and looks great. You can even wear it as a top layer. I wear mine every day. Then there’s the Extra Fine Merino Jumper. It’s lightweight, soft, and classic. Perfect companion to travel everywhere. Then I’d say the AirSense trousers. They fit great and work with everything. Truly an essential item for everyone every day.

Q10. We've heard you're a big fan of Uniqlo U.
What attracts you to this collection?

I like the silhouette because it's a bit different than what I play golf in. When I'm away from the course, I want to feel like a different guy!

Q11. What makes you feel refreshed?

Going to the ocean. I surf and swim. It's good for the mind and heart.

Q12. Do you golf with your family?

Both my parents play. And my eight-year-old son loves the sport. He plays with me too. He doesn't listen to me. So, I try not to teach. Instead, I try and get him to watch other good players.

Q13. What's the best way to get better at golf?

Step one is to enjoy yourself. To do that, first you need to lower your expectations. Then you can just have fun.

Adam Scott

Founded in 1916, Japanese restaurant Hachimaki Okada has been a favourite of literary greats. Third-generation chef Kozo Okada honours the flavours of the original menu. One of Adam's favourite dishes was their signature awafu dengaku.

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Q14. What are your weaknesses?

We could spend lots of time talking about this! I'm not so good at sorting out priorities. I'd like to work on that. I can also be rather fixated on golf, even when I'm with my family. I'm afraid this doesn't make them very happy.

Q15. What three things would you bring to a desert island?

A golf club, for sure. It's a bit sad that my golf club is probably my most valuable possession. I suppose I'd also take a ball and gloves. If I could take people with me, I'd of course bring my family. I'm not very attached to things.

Q16. What's your advice for those trying to excel in their field?

Believe in yourself. People kept on telling me that I was very talented, but there were times I couldn't believe it. But once I started to believe it too, I got results. Time keeps moving on, which means less time to achieve things. That's motivated me to try my best. Sometimes I look in the mirror and tell myself: "You can do it." It's still hard. But if you set your heart on it, you'll find a way.

Adam Scott
Adam Scott Professional Golfer

Born in 1980 in Adelaide, Australia. Attracted to golf from a young age, Adam has stood out since his days as a junior player. Went pro in 2000. In 2001, he won his first professional title at the Alfred Dunhill Championship, and in 2002 placed 9th in his first Masters Tournament. In April 2013, he became the first Australian to win a Masters Tournament. Reached number one in the World Golf Ranking in 2014. A formidable presence at major competitions for many years, Adam has 14 PGA Tour wins and 11 European Tour wins, as of November 2025. In his capacity as a UNIQLO Global Brand Ambassador for UNIQLO, he helped develop the AirSense trousers, based on the philosophy that “look and fit are both essential to good play.”

  • Photography by Go Tanabe
  • Styling by Yoshiyuki Kitao
  • Hair by Kenshin
  • Text by UNIQLO

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