New Delhi, 12-11-2015

Chiragh Kumar becomes the 21st Indian to win an international title

Here’s a look at some interesting numbers associated with Chiragh Kumar’s memorable win at the 2015 Panasonic Open India: 

Chiragh became the 21st Indian to win an international title

It was the 70th international event won by an Indian

Chiragh’s 1st international win

His 5th professional title

He became the 4th Indian to win the Panasonic Open India after Anirban Lahiri, Digvijay Singh and SSP Chawrasia

It was the 4th international title won by an Indian in 2015 (Anirban Lahiri has won 2 and Chikkarangappa has won 1 this year)

Chiragh became the 19th Indian to win on the Asian circuit

It was the 54th title won by an Indian on the Asian circuit

Chiragh is now the 10th Indian to win an international event at Delhi Golf Club

It was the 18th international win by an Indian at the Delhi Golf Club
 
Chiragh now occupies 12th place in the Asian Tour Order of Merit
 
He has moved up from 578 to 311 in the Official World Golf Ranking
 


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