FIJI’s top golfer Vijay Singh is delighted to be playing again in the Fiji International.
With the competition to be held in his home country, Singh says playing in the Fiji International each year is important to him and he always works his schedule to ensure he can come home.
According to a Professional Golfers Association (PGA) media release, this year will be even more important to Singh, who has been working on the redevelopment of the Natadola Bay Championship Golf Course since the day after the 2016 tournament.
“I started the re-design work on the Monday after the tournament last year, making changes to 15 of the 18 holes with the major focus being on the greens, fairways and bunkers,” Singh said to PGA media.
“I have kept a close eye on the work being done and I’m very pleased with what we have developed. I believe that it will be more playable for all level of golfers but also better showcase the unique piece of land the course is on.”
Singh also highlighted that he really enjoyed playing in front of a home crowd.
He said it was an opportunity he did not have before the Fiji International.
“Everyone welcomes me so warmly and shows me so much support yet is respectful of my preparations, Fijian fans are great.”
The former world No.1 is a wonderful ambassador for Fiji overseas and is warmly welcomed home each year for the Fiji International.
Minister for Industry, Trade and Tourism, Faiyaz Koya said in the statement Singh’s continued support of the Fiji International boosted their position and would be drawing further attention to the sporting prowess of Fiji as a nation.
PGA also revealed that the finished layout would be debuted at the Fiji International with the Tour Professionals being the first ones playing at the course.
The tournament is expected to begin on August 17 and would go on until August 20.
-Fiji Times
