European Tour star Matharu for DLF Women's Indian Open

New Delhi, Mar 2 (UNI) The DLF Women's Indian Open Golf received a major boost with the confirmation of reigning English Ladies Amateur Champion and European Tour Star Kiran Matharu's participation.

The 18-year-old Matharu subsequently turned professional and finished third in the Qualifying School in 2007. She will be playing her first ever pro golf tournament on Indian soil at DLF Golf and Country Club from March 14 to 16.

''I am very excited about playing in the 'DLF Women's Indian Open'. I came to India for the first time in December to visit my family and friends and have been waiting for this tournament as it will be a very special week for me,'' she said.

Matharu adds further flavour to what is a full strength field with over 70 international participants competing.

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