17-Year-Old Golfer Viggo Sorensen Dies After Suffering Sudden Cardiac Arrest and Going Into Coma

“It is a hard time but we want to remember what a great boy Viggo was,” said mother Nathalie, speaking to Gulf News. “He won tournament after tournament and was such a light in our life.

“He was ready to head to the United States on a scholarship and we were vetting schools. He actually rejected some of the top schools as he did not want to be anonymous and only play every now and then so he looked for a college where he could be No. 1. That is what he was like, always striving to be the best and be No. 1. He really was part of the family at Jumeirah Golf Estates and the Peter Cowen Academy, encouraging youngsters and cheering on his teammates and friends. On the UAE circuit, he was regarded as one of the best.”

One close friend and another promising golfer Toby Bishop said: “Viggo was more than a fellow golfer, but like a brother, a best friend. His attitude and work ethic was second to none, striving to achieve the high standards he set himself. He brought a sense of energy and spread his positive morale with everyone he was around. The legacy he left will be forever remembered, and I hope to do my dear friend proud throughout my career. I would be honoured to make half the impact on others throughout my life, as Viggo made on all of us during his. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.”

Jumeirah Golf Estates stated: “‘We are immensely sad to hear of the passing of Junior member Viggo Sorensen. Viggo was a highly respected golfer within the club and the Dubai community, winning the 2020 EGF Junior Order of Merit and the 2021 Men’s Order of Merit. He was always first on the range each morning for his 6am practice and we are extremely proud of his achievements on the course in the UAE and Europe.”

Jumeirah Golf Estates will hold a memorial for Viggo on Sunday, February 6 at 5pm, with parents Nathalie and Thomas welcoming all to attend.