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From the position as one of the best amateur golfers in his country, Sorling turned professional in late 1979, with some intentions to join the pro tours, but soon enjoyed too much serving as a club professional at
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Scandinavian Match-play, the
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in 1972 and 1973. In 1976 and 1977, Sorling was part of the three-man team representing VÀsterÄs Golf Club, winning the
Swedish national amateur team championship. He again represented Sweden at the
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Sorling served as general manager at PGA of Sweden for 22 years from 1997 until his retirement in 2019. He has also been a member of the
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818:"Prestigefyllt uppdrag till Mikael Sorling"
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