Lahiri, Chawrasia honoured

New Delhi: Olympians Anirban Lahiri and SSP Chawrasia have been bestowed with Honorary Membership of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) for their outstanding achievements and contribution to Indian golf. Lahiri and Chawrasia join the exclusive club of PGTI Honorary Members which also includes Jeev Milkha Singh and Arjun Atwal. Reacting to the news on Twitter, Lahiri said, "Thank you @PGTITOUR for helping me and professional golf grow in India. It s an honour!! #currypower #growthegame." Chawrasia reacted, saying, "I thank PGTI for acknowledging me. I accept this honour with all humility." Lahiri and Chawrasia, who made up the two-man Indian team at last year's Rio Olympics, sharpened their skills on the PGTI before shining on the international stage. Lahiri, a winner of seven international events including two on the European Tour, has reached dizzying heights in recent years.