Boys' team of Ranveer and Krish ranks fifth in competition; Saanvi and Kashika place eighth in girls' event
Strong Performance by India's Junior Golfers in APGC Championship
In the recently concluded Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC) Junior Championship in Hong Kong, two Indian amateur golfers, Ranveer Mitroo and Krish Chawla, showcased a commendable performance. The duo managed a fifth-place finish in the boys' team competition, posting a combined total of four-over 430.
Individually, Ranveer Mitroo, just 16 years old, displayed an impressive performance, finishing in sixth place with a total score of two-under 211. The final round saw him card a modest two-over 73. Krish Chawla, on the other hand, ended the tournament in 22nd place with a total of six-over 219.
In the girls' category, Saanvi Somu and Kashika faced conditions less than ideal, with illness and challenging weather hampering their performance. Nevertheless, the pair managed an eighth-place finish in the girls' team event with a total of 16-over 448.
China's Jin Heng Yan and Jin Han emerged victorious in the boys' team title, while New Zealand's Cooper Moore took home the boys' individual title with a two-stroke margin over Tuan Anh Nguyen of Vietnam.
Ranveer Mitroo described the APGC Junior Championship as an invaluable learning experience that offered him significant confidence and a better understanding of his strengths and areas in need of improvement. The challenging atmosphere amidst talented competitors has motivated him to push his limits further.
- In contrast to the outstanding achievement of India's junior golfers, the Indian cricket team is currently facing a tough time in their international match against England in football-crazy England.
- Meanwhile, the football-enthusiasts in India are eagerly awaiting the upcoming FIFA World Cup, where the Indian football team will aim to make a mark on the global stage.
- Amidst these sports events, the senior golfers of India are gearing up for the upcoming Senior PGA Championship, hoping to replicate the success of their junior counterparts in the APGC Junior Championship.
