Justin Harding is banking on his blistering form this season to reverse his fortunes at the €1-million AfrAsia Bank Mauritius Open which tees off on Thursday.
The South African has been resplendent in 2018, having notched up five top-10s, including two victories in his last nine starts on the Asian Tour. He is placed third on the Asian Tour Habitat for Humanity Standings and he is the highest-ranked player in the field.
‘Anahita is very wind dependent,’ he said.
‘The last time I played there, the winds were blowing at 65km/h and I was nearly blown off the golf course. It’s a long golf course and if the wind picks up, it will be very challenging.
‘It’s a nice week; you get hosted very nicely and it’s an awesome resort. It’s almost like a reward getting into the event. We always look forward to playing in Mauritius.
‘The guys on the Sunshine Tour will be gunning for my number one spot on the Order of Merit and it’s very important that I play well here. It’s an added bonus that the event is also sanctioned by the Asian Tour, so I’ll also improve my position on the Habitat for Humanity Standings if I do well.
‘[When asked about his happiest memories in Mauritius] It’s funny you asked that because I missed the cut there for the past three years. I hope to bring this year’s performances with me to Mauritius. The winds blew a country mile previously and it was hard work for me. With a bit of luck, it won’t get too bad. I have a couple of things to work on before I get there, but nevertheless, it’s an awesome event and I’m looking forward to it.’
