Indian Golf Union dispatches team of four to Hong Kong for APGC Junior Championship participation
Indian Golf Union (IGU) Sends Four-Member Team to APGC Junior Championship
NEW DELHI, India - The Indian Golf Union (IGU) has dispatched a four-member team to compete in the Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC) Junior Championship, taking place at the Hong Kong Golf Club from May 27 to May 29.
The Indian boys' team comprises Krish Chawla and Ranveer Mitroo, while the girls' squad includes Saanvi Somu and Kashika Mishra. The group will be led by non-playing captain Komal Narwar.
The three-day championship will offer individual and team titles for both boys and girls, along with a mixed team title. The tournament will employ a strokeplay format, with combined scores determining the winners for the boys' and girls' team categories, while the best individual scores from both genders will be added for the mixed team standings.
The weather in Hong Kong has been primarily overcast, with occasional sunshine, providing an ideal setting for golf.
Upon discussing his preparations, Krish Chawla stated, "My preparations for the APGC Junior Championship have been commendable. I practice diligently each day, focusing on improving my performance and identifying any errors. I am optimistic about the event's outcome and regards it as a valuable learning experience that will advance my career."
Ranveer Mitroo, who will participate in the Singapore Junior Championship and several U.S. events, has been honing his swing and refining his short game. He believes his dedicated approach will lead to a successful performance in the APGC Junior Championship.
"Participating in an event such as the APGC Junior Championship offers a fantastic opportunity to exhibit my golfing skills against the best in the Asia-Pacific region. It is always an honor to represent my country. The IGU plays a vital role in the development of golfers in our country; they provide us with crucial opportunities for high-level competition and resources essential for our growth," Ranveer shared.
Saanvi Somu, who will be competing in her first international tournament, has been concentrating on physical fitness, technical skills, and mental game strategy. She anticipates gaining valuable experience from the competition.
"Competing in a tournament like the APGC Juniors is essential for my growth as a golfer. I was fortunate enough to play a practice round at the Hong Kong Golf Club on Monday. The layout is challenging but rewarding, featuring some stunning holes that necessitate strategic play. The greens are in excellent condition, and I found the overall setup to be highly professional. The IGU plays a pivotal role in equipping young golfers, like myself, with the exposure we need to flourish in the sport," Saanvi explained.
In praise of IGU's efforts, Kashika Mishra commented, "I think the IGU not only provides us with the chance to participate in prestigious tournaments like the Women's Amateur Asia-Pacific and the APGC Junior Championship but also functions as a support system. Apart from a national platform, it facilitates us in demonstrating our abilities on the international stage. Personally, IGU plays a significant role in shaping my career and my game."
The available search results mention the recent 2021 tournament but provide no specific results for the 2023 APGC Junior Championship. For the 2021 event, however, Ranveer Mitroo led the team with a strong two-under 69, placing him tied for fourth after the opening round. Kashika Mishra was tied for tenth, scoring one-over 73, while Saanvi Somu was tied for seventeenth. The Indian boys' team, composed of Ranveer Mitroo and Krish Chawla, was tied for fifth after the first round.
Readers seeking more information about the 2023 APGC Junior Championship results are encouraged to consult historical records or archives from the APGC or related golf organizations.
- Krish Chawla, one of the players on the Indian team for the APGC Junior Championship, mentioned that his preparations for the tournament have been focused on improving his performance and eliminating errors, expressing optimism about its outcome and viewing it as a beneficial learning experience for his career.
- The APGC Junior Championship offers individual and team titles for both boys and girls, as well as a mixed team title, employing a strokeplay format with combined scores determining the winners for the boys' and girls' team categories, while the best individual scores from both genders will be added for the mixed team standings.
- Saanvi Somu, competing in her first international tournament at the APGC Junior Championship, has been paying attention to physical fitness, technical skills, and mental game strategy, expecting to gain valuable experience from the competition, and praising the Indian Golf Union (IGU) for playing a crucial role in equipping young golfers like herself with the exposure required to thrive in the sport.
