Golfers Anson, Nateesh eye breakthrough at prestigious Asia-Pacific event
KUALA LUMPUR: Anson Yeo believes a Malaysian can finally win the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship (AAC) — and he wants to be the one to make the breakthrough.
KUALA LUMPUR: Anson Yeo is confident that a Malaysian golfer can finally claim victory at the prestigious Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship, placing his hopes on himself. The national No. 1 amateur will join Nateesh Ganesh, Hariz Hezri and debutants Afham Othman and Aiden Kei in representing Malaysia at Te Arai Links South Course in New Zealand from October 29 to 1 1.
The competition carries significant weight, with the winner receiving an invitation to next year's Masters and exemption into the 155th British Open. Anson, 20, will be competing for a fifth consecutive time, achieving his best finish of joint 21st last year. He expressed pride in being a part of the event, acknowledging the high standard of competition.
Nateesh, a Loyola Marymount University junior, returns to the championship after a successful stretch in 2023, where he won the UC San Diego Invitational and finished joint 63rd. He sees the event as an opportunity to compete on a bigger stage and potentially play in the majors. With 117 players from 40 member organizations confirmed for the 120-player field, the championship promises to be a stepping stone for aspiring golfers aiming to reach the top-tier level.
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