HYDERABAD: PGTI winner and Asia's top golfer Aman Raj was the cynosure at the new driving range of the HGA golf club, where he attended a clinic for budding golfers in the city.
The event aimed at promoting sport and impart finer nuances of golf to 30 promising boys and girls players.
Aman, 27, is one of the successful professional Indian golfers and his influence on the sport has been immense. He has been actively engaged in promoting golf at various levels, especially among youngsters and aspiring golfers. He turned professional in April 2016 as the No. 1 amateur in India. In 2016, he won the PGTI emerging player of the year title, with the highest earning among all the rookies during the season. He won his first professional tournament at the Jaipur Open in 2018 and is among the top five consistent players in the PTGI Order of Merit.
"Golf is more than just a game - it's a journey of discipline, grit, and the passion to succeed," Aman told the youngsters. "I remember my early days at the Patna Golf Club, where I honed my skills under my father's guidance. Today, it is my duty to pass on the torch. These youngsters have the potential to shape the future of Indian golf, and I am thrilled to be part of this clinic."
Mahesh Katragadda, director of Meenakshi and the driving force behind the clinic, said: "Golf is about character-building, camaraderie, and life skills. We are proud as a group to be associated with Aman Raj and share his insights about professional golf. We hope to see more young talents learn the ethics and meticulous approach that he is famous for."
