Avani prashant

Yarra Yarra Golf Club: On the eve of the Australian Master of the Amateurs Championship, to be held in Australia from January 9, Avani Prashant, the only Indian woman golfer to be ranked in the world top 50, said it is always an honour for her to represent India in the international events.

Avani will lead a four-member Indian team at the prestigious Australian Master of the Amateurs Championship and Australian Amateurs this month. The team consists of two male and two female players.

The 17-year-old Avani, who has decided to put her plans of turning professional on hold, will compete in both events along with Heena Kang, while Sandeep Yadav and Rohit will play in the men's category.