Kiradech Aphibarnrat

A fifth place finish on his debut in the 2014 Nedbank Golf Challenge, hosted by Gary Player, gave South Africans their first glimpse of the talent of Thailand’s Kiradech Aphibarnrat.

Aphibarnrat was born Anujit Hirunratanakorn but decided to change his name for what Thais believe is a sign of good luck.

The Thai professional is a four-time winner on the European Tour, with his last victory being the ISPS Handa World Super Six in Perth this year.