Chawrasia's wait for Rio money continues

Leading Indian golfer SSP Chawrasia is yet to receive the Rs 30 lakh promised by the government towards preparation for the Rio Olympics held in August last year.

"I had written to the Sports Ministry sometime ago and I have got a response from them. They want me to complete the required paper work and submit it to them," said Chawrasia, who will defend his Hero Indian Open title here this week.

"I think they are right in asking for paper work but with so much travelling as professional golfers it gets tough for us to go about the procedures. Hopefully it will be sorted out soon," he said further.

Sports Ministry officials were not available to comment on Chawrasia's claims.