India's ace golfer Jeev Milkha Singh is on a new high after he was given a dream draw in his successive appearance at the Masters tournament where he will play in the august company of British Open champion Padraig Harrington and 2003 Masters winner Mike Weir in the opening two rounds.
Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) member Jeev received a surprising invitation from Augusta National Golf Club after a winless season last year in the professional circuit. Jeev finished tied 37th in his debut but hopes to improve on his record.
“I’m really excited. Padraig and Mike are two nice guys. I’ve played with them often enough and I’m looking forward to it,” said the 2006 Asian Tour number one.
“It’s a great feeling, the second time my dream has come true. I qualified for the Masters last year and now I couldn’t have asked for a better invite in my life. I’m really excited to be here. The golf course is in excellent condition and I’m looking forward to a good week,” opined Jeev.
The resolute Indian is already geared up and showing signs of reproducing his best form once again after a magical 2006 season which saw him win four times around the world and the Asian Tour’s Order of Merit.
Jeev had a frustrating and droughty last season but has already made a statement in the current season as he came close twice in 2008 after finishing runner-up at the Enjoy Jakarta Astro Indonesia Open and Ballantine’s Championship in Korea.
“I’m happy with my game, it’s in good shape right now. I like this golf course as it suits my style. Hopefully I have a good week. I’ll just go out there and give it a good shot,” said Jeev.
Last year, I learnt quite a bit and I’ve made a few changes. Hopefully I’ve learnt enough to make full use of it,” feels Jeev, who just finished tied 39th in the Shell Houston Open last weekend.
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