Cricket legend Brian Lara today got a good look at conditions at Port Royal golf course ahead of tomorrow’s Pro-Am curtain raiser to the PGA Grand Slam of Golf.

US Open Champion Graeme McDowell, PGA Champion Martin Kaymer, three-time major champion Ernie Els and 2001 PGA Champion David Toms are all taking part in the three-day tournament which opens tomorrow with the Pro-Am.

Premier Ewart Brown said: “Brian will be playing in the Pro Am, and we’re thrilled to host him for the Grand Slam of Golf. Brian Lara is undoubtedly the most recognized cricketer in the Caribbean region and one of the most respected in the world. He has broken records and has thrilled thousands of cricket fans over the years.”

For the full story and an interview with Brian Lara see tomorrow’s Royal Gazette sports section