Asian Tour Executive Chairman Kyi Hla Han lauded the breakthrough victory, saying that it will boost the game even more in India.
"The Asian Tour couldn't have asked for a better champion to emerge in our first tournament of the 2008 season. Chowrasia will serve as a wonderful inspiration to Indian golf as he has proven that hard work and dedication can lead to great things and success.
"He is a deserving winner and I hope other former caddies who have gone on to turn professional will strive to emulate his success. It's a massive career breakthrough for Chowrasia and should be an indication of better things to come for him and Indian golf.”
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