Three SL golfers to tee off in NZ

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Chanaka Perera, Reshan Algama, Kumar Danushan

Chanaka Perera, Reshan Algama and Kumar Danushan will compete against the region’s leading amateurs in New Zealand, with a coveted pathway to the Masters at stake. Sri Lanka’s three golfers will represent the country at the prestigious 2026 Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship, scheduled for 29 October to 1 November at Te Arai Links in New Zealand.

The championship will feature 120 players representing 40 countries, bringing together some of the finest amateur golfers in the Asia-Pacific region. According to the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) standings as at 21 October, Perera is ranked 385, Danushan 409, and Algama 411 in the world.

Perera has considerable experience, having competed in the championship on more than four occasions. Algama has also qualified for the event over the past three years, demonstrating his continued presence in international amateur golf. He will travel from the US, where he is currently studying and playing collegiate golf at Eastern Kentucky University.

Established in 2009 by the Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation, The R&A and the Masters Tournament, the championship aims to develop amateur golf across the region and create opportunities for players to progress to the highest levels of the sport. The four-round championship will be played at Te Arai Links’ South Course, renowned for its coastal scenery and challenging links style.

The winner will receive an invitation to the 2027 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club and an exemption into The 155th Open Championship at St Andrews. (SJ)