China could soon have an extra 20 golf courses, which could make it the ideal place for golf fans to take a break.
Published: 03 July 2009
Talks are underway with golf course designer Greg Norman, which could see as many as 20 new golf courses constructed in China, the China Post reports.According to the source, Hayley Kruse, an architect at the Greg Norman Golf Design Company, says Mr Norman is looking to secure 20 golf course design projects in the republic.
In an interview, Mr Norman states that the golf course design deals could help the firm establish itself in other sectors, including golf apparel.
"China is the bright spot," he tells the news resource.
Mr Norman, who himself has won the British Open twice, has previously designed golf courses at the Mission Hills Golf Club in Shenzhen and Kai Kou Golf Club in Xiamen.
He was born in Queensland, Australia and has finished in first place on the PGA Tour a total of 20 times.
After turning professional in 1976, Mr Norman went on to rank 52nd on the PGA Tours earnings list.
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