By Rahul Banerji
It was sibling rivalry at its healthiest at the DGC Ladies Open Amateur Golf Championship with Riya Jadon pipping elder sister Lavanya to the big prize.
The 11th edition of the event, presented by Usha, saw over a hundred lady golfers take part in the tournament held at the Delhi Golf Club after a two-year break.
At the business end, it was 13-year-old Riya (78-80-74) who prevailed over Lavamya (76-79-79) 232 to 234 in a closely-contested final.
Riya made it a title double with the junior girls crown as well.
Speaking at the prize distribution ceremony, Anju Munjal, Vice President, Usha International said, “Usha is proud to have supported golf platforms that have paved the way for juniors and amateurs as champions in the making.
“Today, many are now professional lady golfers, and we are delighted that some of them are here with us today”
Added DGC lady captain Monica Tandon, “Our association with Usha goes way back and has been the bedrock of platforms such as this which promote and support women golfers including every participant at this tournament.
“The players showed immense grit and talent and we wish them all the best for the future.”
Long association
Usha International has been a partner of the Delhi Golf Club for over 30 years.
For decades, the brand has been a supporter and promoter of a wide array of inclusive sporting initiatives across the country that encourage and inspire budding athletes to follow their passion.
Some of Usha’s initiatives include its long-standing association with the Mumbai Indians team.
More recently, it has entered a partnership with India women’s captain Mithali Raj.
The company backs cricket for the differently-abled, Ultimate Flying Disc for the lesser privileged, ancient and indigenous sports like Mallakhamb, Siat Khnam and Kalari, sports for the visually challenged (athletics, kabaddi, judo, and powerlifting), as well as football.
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