Punjab Secures Historic Victory in IGU Golf Sixes League
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Synopsis
On March 25, Punjab claimed victory in the first IGU Golf Sixes League at DLF Golf & Country Club, scoring 40 points. This event featured six state teams and aims to promote golf among youth, offering a fun team format for junior golfers.
Key Takeaways
- Punjab won the inaugural IGU Golf Sixes League.
- The event featured six state teams, focusing on youth engagement.
- Players under 12 showcased their skills in a competitive format.
- Neal Graham emphasized the developmental impact of the league.
- IGU president Brijinder Singh supports the initiative for inclusivity.
Gurugram, March 25 (NationPress) Punjab triumphed as the champion among six state teams in the first-ever IGU Golf Sixes League, organized by the Indian Golf Union in collaboration with The R&A, at the DLF Golf & Country Club late on Monday. The dynamic duo of Upraj Singh-Zorawar (21) and the pair of Shlok Limaye and Guransh (19) collectively amassed 40 points, enabling Punjab to secure the inaugural title.
The Haryana team, with the duo of Kabir Sachdev and Brisha Singh (21) along with Taanush Singh-Mahira Sharma (22), finished as runner-up with a total of 43 points. Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh claimed the second runner-up spot, with the Ranveer Beri-Bhavy Rattan pair (23) and the duo of Yajas Mehrotra and Arghya Gautam (22) scoring 45 points overall.
The tournament was conducted in the scramble best ball strokeplay format, featuring six players under the age of 12 from each of the six teams. Only the top two scores from three pairs in each team were counted towards the final standings.
Neal Graham, the development manager for the Middle East, Central Asia, and India at The R&A, praised the IGU for successfully hosting the event, stating, “The Golf Sixes League is a proven development initiative that invites new golfers into the sport in an enjoyable and competitive atmosphere. It enables young individuals to transfer their newly acquired skills from the lesson tee to the course within a supportive and inclusive team environment. We aspire that the introduction of the Golf Sixes League in India by the Indian Golf Union will yield similar outcomes for golf participation in the country as observed in the British Isles, Europe, and Africa.”
The Golf Sixes League, a pioneering initiative designed to introduce new junior golfers to the game, took place for the first time in India during the USD 2.25 million Hero Indian Open sanctioned by the DP World Tour and Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI).
The event aimed to spark enthusiasm among young golfers while providing children a unique platform to showcase their talents in an engaging team format. Notably, the Golf Sixes League format has been crafted by The R&A, the Confederation of Professional Golf (CPG), the Ryder Cup European Development Trust (RCEDT), DP World Tour, and Ladies European Tour.
Brijinder Singh, president of the IGU, expressed his excitement and support for the Golf Sixes League, stating, “This initiative aligns seamlessly with our objectives of promoting golf and enhancing inclusivity. The Golf Sixes format is fast-paced and dynamic, featuring teams of six players competing in six-hole matches. It is designed to be fun, interactive, and easy to grasp, making it ideal for children and novices.”
“We are delighted to support the Golf Sixes League and are eager to observe its influence on expanding the game of golf in India,” he added.
