Golden Eagles Golf tees off

The fourth season the Krishnapatnam Port Golden Eagles Golf Championship got under way at Boulder Hills here on Saturday. Legendary cricketers Kapil Dev and Brian Lara also took part in the championship along with other famous golfers around the globe. The 12time women’s golf champion Sharmila Nicollet was also present on the occasion to back the tournament.

Speaking on the occasion, former Indian cricket captain Kapil Dev said, “Golf is emerging in a big way in India and it’s indeed the right time that we endorse of and support young, talented golfers to pursue their passion for golfing.”

Former Caribbean batsman and skipper Brian Lara expressed his feelings saying that he is excited to play in India after a period of two years.

“I am very happy to be here in Hyderabad today. I’ve been involved in the Golden Eagles tournament in Bangalore and now in Hyderabad. It’s a wonderful way for everyone to connect. I am looking forward to my golf today. I have played once before a couple of years ago. I came with my friends to Hyderabad to play golf. I look forward to participating in today’s event and having a wonderful evening,” he said.