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India Gazette
30-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
APGC Junior Championship: Ranveer, Krish finish fifth in boys' team competition; Saanvi, Kashika end eighth in girls' team event
New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Indian amateurs Ranveer Mitroo and Krish Chawla registered a fifth-place finish in the boys' team competition after posting a combined total of four-over 430 in the Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC) Junior Championship here at the Hong Kong Golf Club on Thursday. The Chinese pair of Jin Heng Yan and Jin Han won the boys' team title with a tally of four under 422. Rainy weather conditions made it difficult for lower scores. However, Ranveer continued his golden run in the event by submitting a modest two-over 73 in the third and final round to finish sixth in the individual event. His overall total read two-under 211, the best among the four-member team sent by the Indian Golf Union (IGU). Krish finished 22nd with a three-round total of six-over 219. New Zealand's Cooper Moore clinched the boys' individual title by a two-stroke margin over Tuan Anh Nguyen of Vietnam with a three-day total of nine-under 204. Ranveer, 16, felt that the tournament offered him an 'invaluable learning experience' and that he gained a better understanding of his strengths and areas of growth. 'Competing in a field like the APGC Juniors has given me a significant confidence boost. Being surrounded by talented players and experiencing the competitive atmosphere has motivated me to push my limits. I realised that I can hold my own against strong competitors, which has reinforced my belief in my abilities,' Ranveer said later. 'The support from the Indian Golf Union has been instrumental in my development as a golfer. They provide access to competitive opportunities that are crucial for my growth,' the 16-year-old added. In the individual girls' event, Saanvi Somu carded a two-over 74 in the final round to end her campaign in a creditable 10th place. Her compatriot, still recovering from illness, posted an improved three-over-75 to finish the tournament in 19th position. The Indian pair of Kashika and Saanvi finished eighth with a combined score of 16-over 448. In the mixed team event, the Indian pair of Krish and Saanvi ended their campaign in 13th position at 11-over 437. (ANI)
Hindustan Times
30-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Ranveer, Krish finish fifth in boys team competition; Saanvi, Kashika end eighth in girls event
Hong Kong, Indian amateurs Ranveer Mitroo and Krish Chawla registered a fifth-place finish in the boys' team competition after posting a combined total of four-over 430 in the Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation Junior Championship here. In the individual girls' event, Saanvi Somu carded a two-over 74 in the final round to end her campaign in a creditable 10th place. Her compatriot Kashika, still recovering from illness, posted an improved three-over 75 to finish the tournament in 19th position. The Indian pair of Kashika and Saanvi finished eighth with a combined score of 16-over 448 in the girls' team event. In the mixed team event, the Indian duo of Krish and Saanvi ended their campaign in 13th position at 11-over 437. The Chinese combo of Jin Heng Yan and Jin Han won the boys' team title with a tally of four-under 422. Ranveer continued his golden run in the event by submitting a modest two-over 73 in the third and final round to finish sixth in the individual event. His overall total read two-under 211, the best among the four-member team sent by the Indian Golf Union . Krish finished 22nd with a three-round total of six-over 219. New Zealand's Cooper Moore clinched the boys' individual title by a two-stroke margin over Tuan Anh Nguyen of Vietnam with a three-day total of nine-under 204. Ranveer, 16, felt that the tournament offered him an "invaluable learning experience" and that he gained a better understanding of his strengths and areas that require improvement. "Competing in a field like the GC Juniors has given me a significant confidence boost. Being surrounded by talented players and experiencing the competitive atmosphere has motivated me to push my limits. "I realised that I can hold my own against strong competitors, which has reinforced my belief in my abilities," Ranveer said.
Hans India
30-05-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
APGC Junior C'ship: Ranveer, Krish finish fifth in boys' team competition; Saanvi, Kashika 8th in girls' team event
Indian amateurs Ranveer Mitroo and Krish Chawla registered a fifth-place finish in the boys' team competition after posting a combined total of four-over 430 in the Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC) Junior Championship here at the Hong Kong Golf Club. The Chinese pair of Jin Heng Yan and Jin Han won the boys team title with a tally of four-under 422. Rainy weather conditions made it difficult for lower scores. However, Ranveer continued his golden run in the event by submitting a modest two-over 73 in the third and final round to finish sixth in the individual event. His overall total read two-under 211, the best among the four-member team sent by the Indian Golf Union (IGU). Krish finished 22nd with a three-round total of six-over 219. New Zealand's Cooper Moore clinched the boys individual title by a two-stroke margin over Tuan Anh Nguyen of Vietnam with a three-day total of nine-under 204. Ranveer, 16, felt that the tournament offered him an 'invaluable learning experience' and that he gained a better understanding of his strengths and areas of growth. "Competing in a field like the APGC Juniors has given me a significant confidence boost. Being surrounded by talented players and experiencing the competitive atmosphere has motivated me to push my limits. I realised that I can hold my own against strong competitors, which has reinforced my belief in my abilities," Ranveer said. 'The support from the Indian Golf Union has been instrumental in my development as a golfer. They provide access to competitive opportunities that are crucial for my growth,' the 16-year-old added. In the individual girls' event, Saanvi Somu carded a two-over 74 in the final round to end her campaign in a creditable 10th place. Her compatriot, still recovering from illness, posted an improved three-over 75 to finish the tournament in 19th position. The Indian pair of Kashika and Saanvi finished eighth with a combined score of 16-over 448. In the mixed team event, the Indian pair of Krish and Saanvi ended their campaign in 13th position at 11-over 437.
India Gazette
27-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Indian Golf Union sends four-member team to Hong Kong for competing in APGC Junior Championship
New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): The Indian Golf Union (IGU) has sent a four-member Indian team to compete in the prestigious Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC) Junior Championship at the Hong Kong Golf Club, in Hong Kong China, beginning Tuesday. The Indian boys team comprises of Krish Chawla and Ranveer Mitroo and the girls squad includes Saanvi Somu and Kashika Mishra. The team is accompanied by non-playing captain Komal Narwar. The three-round Championship will take place from May 27 to May 29 and offer boys' individual, boys' team, girls' individual, girls' team, and mixed team titles. It will be played in strokeplay format. Combined scores of boys and girls will be considered for boys' and girls' team titles, whereas the best scores among boys and girls from one team will be added to calculate the mixed team standings. The weather in Hong Kong has been mostly cloudy, with sunshine coming out every now and then, which is a perfect setting for golf. Talking about his preparations, Krish Chawla said, 'My preparation for the APGC Junior Championship has been very good. I practice daily and try to improve my performance every day while noting any mistakes or shortcomings I may have. I expect a positive outcome from the event, and I think it's a great learning experience that will benefit my career and me overall.' Ranveer Mitroo, who will be participating in the Singapore Junior Championship next and several events in the USA, has been working on his swing and fine-tuning his short game. He feels that his focused approach will fetch him the desired result in the APGC Junior Championship. 'Competing in an event like the APGC Juniors is an incredible opportunity to showcase my level of golf against the best in the Asia-Pacific region. It's always a proud feeling to be representing my country. The IGU plays a crucial role in the development of golfers in our country. They provide us with opportunities like this to experience higher levels of competition and resources that are essential for our growth,' Ranveer said. Saanvi Somu, who is competing in an international event for the first time, has been focusing on her physical fitness, technical skills, and mental game skills and is hopeful of gaining valuable experience from the tournament. 'Competing in an event like the APGC Juniors is extremely important for my development as a golfer. I was fortunate enough to play a practice round at the Hong Kong Golf Club on Monday. The layout is challenging yet rewarding, with some beautiful holes that require strategic play. The greens are in excellent condition, and I found the overall setup to be very professional. The IGU plays a vital role in providing young golfers like me with the exposure we need to grow in the sport,' Saanvi said. Praising IGU's efforts, Kashika Mishra said: 'I think IGU not only gives us the opportunity to participate in prestigious tournaments like Women's Amateur Asia-Pacific and APGC Junior Championship but also acts like a support system. It gives us not only a national platform but also facilitates us to showcase our skills on the international stage. Personally for me IGU plays a very important role in shaping my career and my game.'(ANI)
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Golf prodigy Ojaswini Saraswat bags 8th national title at IGU West Bengal Ladies & Junior Girls Championship
Jaipur: Rising golf star Ojaswini Saraswat from Jaipur has added another prestigious title to her growing list of accolades by winning the IGU West Bengal Ladies & Junior Girls Golf Championship, held from May 13 to May 16, 2025, at the esteemed Royal Calcutta Golf Club . Representing Rajasthan and a proud member of Rambagh Golf Club , Ojaswini showcased consistency and composure across three rounds, finishing with a dominant 11-stroke lead to secure her 8th national title. Displaying remarkable form, Ojaswini carded rounds of 2-over-par, level-par, and 2-over-par, respectively, maintaining her lead from the opening day and never looking back. This victory marks her third national win in 2025 alone, underlining her continued ascent in the Indian junior golf circuit. Ojaswini, who holds a notable Indian Golf Union (IGU) ranking among junior girls, has been a consistent performer over the years, having previously captured titles across multiple zones in India. Her journey reflects dedication, discipline, and a deep passion for sport, making her a standout name among the country's emerging golfing talents. Reflecting on her win, Ojaswini expressed heartfelt gratitude to her family, especially her uncle Sandeep Saraswat, her coach and training team, whose relentless support has been instrumental in shaping her game. She also extended a sincere thank you to the Rambagh Golf Club for its unwavering encouragement and the facilities that have been pivotal to her development.
