Jeev Milkha Singh’s victory at the Philip Morris Asia Cup in Seoul, South Korea, during the 1994 Asian Tour, is an iconic moment in Indian golf history. Here’s a more detailed breakdown of this achievement:
Tournament: Philip Morris Asia Cup. Year: 1994. Venue: Seoul, South Korea. Winning Score: 26-under 262 (Lowest winning score by an Indian for an international title)
Jeev’s remarkable 26-under-par total set a benchmark not only for Indian golfers but also demonstrated his ability to dominate on an international stage. This was one of the defining victories that launched his career and placed Indian golf firmly on the global map. His victory inspired a generation of Indian golfers and showcased the potential of Indian players in international tournaments.
Jeev was among the pioneers of Indian golf on the Asian Tour, where he won six titles during his career. He became the first Indian golfer to qualify for the European Tour in 1998, where he later won four tournaments, including the prestigious Volvo Masters (2006).
2006, he broke into the top 50 of the Official World Golf Ranking, a first for any Indian golfer. Arjuna Award (1999) for outstanding achievement in sports. Padma Shri (2007) for his contribution to Indian golf. He is one of India’s highest-earning golfers and a global ambassador for the sport.
Jeev’s historic win at the Philip Morris Asia Cup laid the foundation for Indian golf on the international stage. He paved the way for other Indian golfers like Arjun Atwal, Anirban Lahiri, and Shubhankar Sharma to succeed in global tours.
