Golf and Covid-19.

Byline: Capt Akeel Akhtar - Karachi

NOW that the government is considering easing the lockdown in certain 'essential' areas by adhering to strict SOPs, may I suggest that the government consider the health and sanity of its senior citizens a priority and declare opening golf clubs for the elderly as an 'essential' item.

Insofar as golf is concerned it is played with physical distancing as an inherent part of the game. It is associated with general good health and longevity, and greatly helps in boosting the immune system. Seniors are considered most vulnerable to this deadly virus.

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