In a dazzling turning point in events, the rising star Aman Gupta makes waves in the competitive world of golf, thanks to the support and mentorship of experienced professionals Rickie Fowler and Viktor Hovland. Despite the challenges he encountered, Gupta, a promising talent on the Korn Ferry Tour, sees a successful glimmer on the horizon.
Having obtained his card in 2025, Gupta has already shown its potential with commendable performances in tournaments. With the aspiration of joining the prestigious PGA Tour, Gupta finds itself on a path similar to that of golf giants like Fowler and Hovland, who also perfected their skills at the State University of Oklahoma.
During an exclusive interview with Andrew Whitelaw in Essentiallysports, Gupta enlightened his experience in this renowned university, where he had the opportunity to rub shoulders with golf legends at events such as the annual pro-am. Recognizing to have been able to play next door and learn from professionals like Fowler and Hovland, Gupta underlined the invaluable advice and orientation he received.
Fowler and Hovland’s unwavering support for emerging talents like Gupta is a testimony to camaraderie in the golf community. Despite their own career drops, these experienced professionals have been generous by supporting the next generation of golfers, creating an environment conducive to the development of budding talents.
In addition, the rich heritage of the Oklahoma State University in the production of high -level golfers is obvious in the list of its former students, which includes not only Fowler and Hovland, but also professionals from the PGA Tour like Austin Eckroat, Kristoffer Ventura and Hunter Mahan, among others. The university was also a training ground for stars of the LPGA Tour, further strengthening its reputation as a nursery of excellence in golf.
While Gupta and other young golfers continue to benefit from the wisdom and mentorship of experienced professionals and former students of universities, the future of golf promises to be promising. The culture of support and guidance cultivated by individuals like Fowler and Hovland is shaping a new generation of golf talents, ready to leave its brand on sport.
With a bright future in front of them and a network of experienced mentors alongside them, emerging golfers like Gupta are well positioned to sail through the challenges of professional golf and trace their own path to success.
