Chowrasia come from behind to walk away with Tata Open title

Jamshedpur, Nov 10 (UNI) The early morning rain could not dampen SSP Chowrasia and the genial Kolkata pro turned in a scintillating final round of six-under 64 to complete a treble at the Tata Open here today.

It was Chowrasia's third Tata Open title in four years. The 2003 and 2005 champion, nicknamed ''Chippettsia'' for his magical short game, had to miss out on 2004 edition due to an injury.

Chowrasia's final round included eighth birdies and two bogeys to give him a tournament total of 15-under and he was a clear winner by four shots over overnight leader Naman Dawar (70) and Vivek Bhandari (68).

Chowrasia picked up a cheque of Rs. 3,24,000 a fine reward and a good continuation after second place in Indian Open and third place in BILT Open.

Harinder Gupta shot two-over 72 and ended fourth at seven-under, while Ali Sher (73) was tied fifth with Digvijay Singh (71).

''I have been coming close to a title a few times in recent weeks. So it finally feels good to win. Also Tata Open is surely my favourite tournament as I have now won it three times,'' said a beaming Chowrasia, who leaves on tomorrow for the two million dollar UBS Hong Kong Open.

''I am looking forward to that event, as it will be my biggest ever event and I know I can do well. If that happens, I can also fight for the Rookie of The year award,'', added Chowrasia.

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