Feb 26: Asia’s top golfer, PGTI Winner, and Asian Tour Player Aman Raj, took centre stage at the picturesque New Driving Range, HGA Golf Club, where he attended the inspiring Meenakshi Complimentary Golf Clinic for budding golf enthusiasts in Hyderabad.
The event held on Sunday evening aimed not only to promote the sport but also to impart the finer nuances of golf and guide 30 promising boys, and girls’ players on pursuing a career in this challenging yet rewarding field. The purpose of the clinic was to inspire and motivate them to improve their game and adopt the path to success.
27 years old Aman Raj is widely regarded as one of the most successful professional Indian golfers, and his influence on the sport has been immense. Throughout his career, 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 in the Jaipur Open in 2018 and is among the top 5 consistent players in the PTGI Order of Merit.
Golf is more than just a game it is a journey of discipline – Aman Raj
Sharing a Golfer’s perspective Aman Raj’s addressing the Meenakshi Golf clinic participants said: “Golf is more than just a game—it’s a journey of discipline, grit, and the passion to succeed,” “I vividly remember my early days at the Patna Golf Club, where I honed my skills under my father’s guidance. Today, I stand here as a professional golfer, and 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 hosted by Meenakshi.”
Participants at the Golf Clinic, beamed with enthusiasm after the clinic and echoed “Meeting the golfing icon Aman Raj was truly inspirational, his tips on grip, stance, and mental focus were invaluable. I cannot wait to hit the fairways and apply what I have learned. Future forward, I imagine myself tee off alongside him in a professional tournament!”
Mahesh Katragadda, Director of Meenakshi, who is also a Golfing enthusiast, the driving force behind the Meenakshi Golf Clinic shared his vision: “Golf is not just about swinging clubs; it is about character-building, camaraderie, and life skills. We are proud as a group to be associated with Aman Raj and bring him to the city, share his insights about professional golfing and we hope to see more young talents. learn, interact with him, the ethics and meticulous approach that he is famous for and emerge from our city’s greens.”
As the sun dipped below the horizon, the young golfers practiced their swings, inspired by Aman Raj’s journey from Patna to the international greens. With determination in their eyes, they vowed to carry forward the legacy of Indian golf.
