I'm so proud of him, says Aaron Rai's childhood coach
Aaron Rai has made history by becoming the first Englishman to win the US PGA Championship since 1919. His childhood coach, Darren Prosser, expressed immense pride in Rai's achievement and noted his calm demeanor during the final holes of the tournament. Rai credited his wife for her support and guidance throughout his career, especially during challenging times.
- ▪Aaron Rai is the first Englishman to win the US PGA Championship in over a century.
- ▪His childhood coach, Darren Prosser, praised Rai's level-headedness and skill.
- ▪Rai's wife, Gaurika Bishnoi, provided crucial technical and mental support during his journey.
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I'm so proud of him, says Aaron Rai's childhood coach11 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleOprah FlashWest MidlandsBill Streicher-Imagn ImagesWolverhampton's Rai has become the first Englishman in a century to win the titleThe childhood coach of Aaron Rai has spoken of his pride at watching his protégé make the history books after he became the first Englishman to win the US PGA Championship since 1919.Wolverhampton-born Rai was a golfing prodigy as a child, filmed by the BBC after getting a hole in one aged five.From the age of seven, the star began honing his craft at the 3 Hammers Golf Complex under the watchful eye of pro Darren Prosser."He just picked that course off fantastically," he told BBC Radio WM's Sarah Julian.
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