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Teen star Kiran Matharu to play DLF Women's Indian Open

The DLF Women's Indian Open received a major boost with the confirmation of the reigning English Ladies Amateur Champion and European Tour Star, Kiran Matharu's participation. The 18-year old Matharu subsequently turned professional and finished third in the Qualifying School in 2007. She will be playing her first ever pro golf tournament on Indian soil courtesy DLF Golf & Country Club and British Airways.

Marharu, the youngest European on the Ladies European Tour who has represented England right from the under-14's was in 2006 selected for the Great Britain & Ireland Squads to play against America at Bandon Dunes GC, Oregon for the Curtis Cup Team. She was the youngest member from both sides in that Curtis Cup contest. In addition, Matharu was declared the 'Junior Female Sports Personality of the Year' at the 'Sony Sports Awards' two years in a row in 2005 and 2006.

"I am very excited about playing in the DLF Women's Indian Open. I came to India for the first time in December to visit my family and friends and have been waiting for this tournament as it will be a very special week for me" she said. "I am thrilled to play on an LAGT event in India," added Matharu. She was also full of praise for the efforts of the Women's Golf Association of India (Professional Golf) in promoting the cause of Indian sportswomen and contributing towards getting a world-class women's professional golf event to Indian shores.

Matharu adds further flavour to what is a full strength field with over 70 international participants competing. The tournament commences at the DLF Golf & Country Club on 14 March and concludes on 16 March 2007.

March 1, 2007