Ben more determined to do well in Japan after son’s birth


Extra boost: With the birth of his son, Ben Leong has more motivation to do well in the Panasonic Open.

PETALING JAYA: Fatherhood bliss has certainly got national golfer Ben Leong pumped up on the course.

The 32-year-old, who welcomed his first child with wife Chai Kai Nee on Monday, opened with an impressive four-under 67 to tie for 11th spot after the first round of the Panasonic Open at Ibaraki Golf and Country Club in Japan yesterday.

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