Following the thrilling US Open men’s singles quarterfinal match between Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev, the athletic luminary had a round of golf with the 45th President of the United States.
MS Dhoni, the former captain of the Indian cricket team, found himself on the verdant fairways of the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, teeing off with none other than former US President Donald Trump. Merely twenty-four hours after witnessing the gripping Alcaraz vs. Zverev clash, Dhoni delved into a friendly game of golf, creating an intriguing union of sports and politics.
This exclusive golfing rendezvous was reportedly orchestrated by Donald Trump himself, and it was expertly documented and shared across various social media platforms by Hitesh Sanghvi, a prominent Dubai-based entrepreneur. Sanghvi, who had the distinct privilege of accompanying Dhoni on this sporting odyssey, promptly uploaded a captivating snapshot to his Instagram account.
In a post saturated with gratitude, Sanghvi remarked, “Golf with @mahi7781, @realdonaldtrump and @rajiv.knack…thank you, Mr. President, for hosting us 🙏🙏🙏.” This image swiftly garnered global attention, captivating fans and followers who were enthralled by the sight of these two luminaries bonding over a leisurely round of golf.
This wasn’t the first instance of Dhoni and Sanghvi’s camaraderie during their sojourn in the United States. A mere day earlier, this dynamic duo, accompanied by a mutual acquaintance, graced the prestigious US Open, further amplifying the buzz surrounding their transatlantic escapades.
For MS Dhoni, this distinctive golfing escapade arrives on the heels of a recent surgical intervention on his left knee, which took place at a prominent Mumbai hospital earlier this year. This surgical procedure has ignited hope among his ardent admirers, who eagerly anticipate his return to action in the 17th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) slated for the coming year. Dhoni, the astute leader who steered the Chennai Super Kings to their fifth IPL championship, underwent this procedure following the culmination of the tournament.
The distinguished sports orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala, a prominent member of the BCCI medical panel and renowned for his work with several elite Indian cricketers, including Rishabh Pant, executed the successful operation on Dhoni’s ailing knee. Throughout the IPL season, Dhoni had persistently competed with substantial bracing on his afflicted knee. Although he showcased his customary finesse behind the stumps as a wicket-keeper, his mobility during batting was notably constrained, frequently relegating him to a lower batting position.
