Lubumbashi, April 23 -- Aryan Roopa Anand had been knocking on the doors of victory for so long that it was only a matter of time before it opened.
It finally did at the AM Green IGPL Invitational Congo at the Par-73 Golf de Lubumbashi course in Congo in Africa.
The 25-year-old Mysore-born boy who dreams of being a global golfer, finally crossed the line into the winner's circle but not before some tense moments.
Pegged at 16-under after a final bogey, Aryan was tied with Udayan Mane, who was seeking back-to-back wins. After two extra holes that went equal Aryan finally pulled ahead in the third and took the Trophy.
Aryan, who plays for RVR Delhi, shot a stunning 8-under 65 at the Par-73 course and it includeda superb run of five birdie...