Indian golf stalwart Jeev Milkha Singh to Captain Asia in EurAsia Cup

Singh has been troubled with injuries, over the past few years.

After a brief spell out of golf with injury, India’s Jeev Milkha Singh is all set to return to the sport, captaining the Asian squad for the EurAsia Cup in January next year. Singh’s close friend Darren Clarke will be captaining the European side. Both Captains have been issued non-playing roles and will be instrumental in the day’s order of play.

The duo have a lot to live up to as last year’s edition saw a nail-biting 10-10 draw, with both continents sharing the spoils. The teams will consist of 12 members and one non-playing captain each. The match-play format will be followed, during the tournament.

Europe Captain Darren Clarke said, “We have known each other a really long time, We have played together on Tour for most of our careers, so we have played together for a very long time. Both teams that are assembled will be desperate to win the EurAsia Cup for the first time – when we get to Kuala Lumpur Jeev will be trying to kick my butt and I will be trying to kick his. It’s going to be a great week – the guys are really looking forward to it already.”

Asia Captain Jeev Milkha Singh said, “There are so many world class Asian players. We have a lot of players in the Presidents Cup team this year which proves how good these guys are now. I want them to have fun and be positive and make sure the team spirit is there so we can try and achieve a great result.

“There will be a rivalry between the players – it has to be there. But I think we will have our players ready. Everybody is trying to win out there and make the most out of it – I think rivalry is what gets the best out of a player in many ways.

“I think I will be a good Captain. I think mostly you have to let the guys get on with it but it is my job to keep them positive and patient and let them believe in themselves enough to achieve what they can.

I just hope I can get a great team out there and keep them calm and collected and get the best out of them. Playing at home will be an advantage for us because our players are so used to the weather and conditions.”

The tournament will be held from January 15-17.