Shivam, 22, first started learning bridge at the age of 7 under the schooling of his old man. Since then he has gone on to represent the English junior teams many times opposite several partners, including achieving 4th place in the 2015 European Championships, and playing in the World Championship in 2016.

He was recipient of the 2011 Young Player of the Year award, and co-recipient in 2013. He has won the Under 25 (now U26) Pairs Championship twice.

He graduated at the University of Nottingham in 2013 and is now working at Deloitte in Newcastle. His hobbies very much revolve around sport in particular football and rugby. Arsenal home & away, Bear Grylls box sets and hitting the pub with mates keep him occupied during free time. He hopes to eventually move to South Africa allowing him to go and watch his beloved Springboks and Proteas regularly.

Last updated: August 2016

Major International Appearances
European Junior Championships: 2005 2011 2013 and 2015
World Junior Championships: 2010 and 2016

Junior Camrose Selections: 2013 2014 2015 and 2016

Peggy Bayer Trophy Selections: 2005 2006 2010 2011 and 2012