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Kapil Dev Swings into Golf's Future
15 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Kapil Dev transitioned from cricket to golf, becoming PGTI President.
- He sees golf's concentration as a thousand times greater than cricket.
- His vision for Indian golf includes an Olympic medal and increased prize money.
Cricket icon Kapil Dev has transitioned from the cricket pitch to the golf course, now leading the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) as its President. His journey into golf began in the early 1990s, sparked by an encounter with Sir Gary Sobers. Dev found golf's solitary nature and challenging targets deeply appealing, noting that unlike cricket, one can only blame oneself for errors.
Dev believes golf demands a level of concentration far exceeding cricket, stating it is 'a thousand times more.' This intensity, he feels, could have significantly boosted his cricket career had he played golf earlier. He advocates for athletes to explore other sports to enhance mental focus and overall skill development.
As PGTI President, Dev has overseen a substantial increase in prize money, aiming to reach ₹100 crore within two years. His vision includes expanding tournament schedules for players at all levels and exploring avenues like corporate social responsibility (CSR) funds for support. Ultimately, Dev's most significant aspiration is to see an Indian golfer win an Olympic medal.
