Russia's former tennis icon Yevgeny Kafelnikov is targeting competing in the golf tournament at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, local media reported Friday.
"There are five more years before the start of the Olympic Games at Brazil," said the 37-year-old Sydney Olympics tennis champion and former world number 1.
"This period is long enough to reach serious playing level."
"I'm not completely sure I will be able to earn an Olympic licence but I seriously want to try my skills in golf. I made this decision after my recent win at the Russian golf championship," the two-time Grand Slam champion commented.
He aded: "I proved I'm capable of playing golf by winning the national title.
"However, I understand it's clear I have to practice for hours every day to reach a professional level. Now I have enough time and desire for it as I really enjoy playing golf."
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