Tournament article
JAPAN PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP by Sato Shokuhin 2021
Prediction might become reality? Ryuko Tokimatsu Chairman won't be the presenter but receiver?
Players gathered their efforts and time to make this "handmade" tournament a reality. Along with the great support by the 3 co-chairman, Yuta Ikeda, Ryo Ishikawa, and Tatsuya Kodai, Ryuko spent so many of long and tough hours together to accomplish this tournament.
"So far, we have no one being infected, so that's a relief. Many gives us advice to make this a better tournament as well as many support by the players. I am very grateful that players are happy too. I am being able to play well too. So, we wish to end the tournament safely, which is the best and important thing."
Executive Director Yuta Ikeda has spent few dozen times at the course to have it prepared to a tournament level. The course settings are producing many exciting performances.
"I know that many great birdies are shown through the broadcast to entertain the fans."
Well planned live coverage is sending out the excitement as organizing members wished, like the one which caught the miraculous eagle by Katsumasa Miyamoto on 18th.
On same 3T, sits Taisei Shimizu, who has the same coach as Ryuko does.
"We do have same coach, but our style is totally opposite. He has big drives and has made big score today. He is known for aggressive golf. His exciting performance suits tournament battle. I am glad to see the young talents are booming. For myself, I just want this tournament to be really exciting. If I could become part of the contention, that is also wonderful."
It is planned for the Tournament Chairman Ryuko to be the presenter of the winner's trophy, but what if he really wins?
"Then, I must ask Sato CEO or, Aoki JGTO Chairman. If not Yuta Ikeda Executive Director, Ryo Ishikawa Co-Chairman, or Tatsuya Kodai Co-Chairman. Somebody who can spare the time."