Sunit claims back-to-back titles, wins Vijay memorial golf
LUCKNOW, June 12 -- Kolkata's Sunit Chowrasia carded a final round one-under 69 on Thursday to secure a three-shot victory at the inaugural Rs 25 lakh Vijay Kumar Memorial Golf Tournament, at the Lucknow Golf Club here.
Sunit (70-62-69), entered the final day with a two-shot advantage following his bogey-free eight-under 62 in round two and closed the week at nine-under 201 to lift the trophy. The victory marked the Kolkata golfer's second title of the season and his second consecutive win on the DP World PGTI NexGen, having also triumphed at the Alpha Sports Academy Golf Championship hosted by Patna Golf Club in March before the DP World PGTI NexGen tour's two-month break.
Starting from the par-4 first hole in the shotgun format, Sunit, 31, endured a shaky beginning with a bogey on his opening hole. However, he quickly regained control with birdies on the par-5 third and par-4 fifth. In a roller-coaster final round that featured five birdies and four bogeys, Sunit managed to stay ahead of the chasing pack and seal the title.
Reflecting on his victory, Sunit said, "It feels amazing to win back-to-back tournaments. It was a little nervy out there today, especially on the back nine, but in the end, it was worth every shot. I'm really happy to get another win and continue the momentum."
He added, "The start wasn't ideal, but I stayed patient and recovered well with birdies on the third and fifth. There were a few momentum swings during the round, but I managed to make some important up-and-downs and stay focused under pressure."
Speaking about moving to the top of the standings, Sunit said, "I honestly wasn't aware that I had moved to the top of the rankings. It's nice to hear that, but there is still one more tournament left and my focus remains on continuing to play good golf and taking it one event at a time."
The win also marked another milestone in Sunit's comeback from injury. "Coming back from injury has been a long journey. When I look at where I was three years ago and where I am today, it's a completely different situation and mindset. I'm grateful to be healthy again,
competing well and seeing the hard work pay off," he said....
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