Skip to main content

Smriti takes two-shot lead on tough scoring day at Hero-WGAI golf

chandigarhsportsnews.blogspot.in


Gurgaon, September 26: The course continued to pose a big challenge for the golfers, but Smriti Mehra, used all her experience to bring in a  modest two-over 74 even as the others struggled in difficult scoring conditions in hot weather. She put herself in line for a third title this season and that could extend her lead over the Order of Merit.

Smriti, who virtually blew away the title last week with a quadruple bogey in the closing leg of the fifth leg of the Tour, is now seven-over 151, but two shots clear of last week’s winner, Nalini Singh Siwach (77) is at 153.

Saaniya Sharma (76) was two shots further at 155, while Neha Tripathi (80) was lying fourth at 157. Vani Kapoor, who struggled on the first day was better off on the second with a round of 75, way better than her first round 83, to be fifth at 158. Preetinder Kaur (82) completed the top at 163.

On what was a tough day to score, Smriti Mehra alone managed two birdies, one each on the ninth and 18th, while she had bogeys, first, third, fifth and 14th holes.

Nalini looked to have found a rhythm on the front nine with one birdie and two bogeys but she had a difficult time on the back nine, where she bogeyed four times and had no birdies.

Saaniya had one birdie and five bogeys, while Neha was started with a triple and had two more bogeys on second and third as managed a lone birdie on ninth. On the back nine she double bogeyed the 13th and 18th.

Vani had three bogeys on front nine and played steady with nine pars in a row on the back nine.

This is the sixth leg of the Hero-WGAI Women’s Pro Tour and five different players have won titles with Smriti Mehra being the only multiple winner.

Comments

Related Posts

Hockey India rewards women’s team with Rs 50 lakh after historic World Cup finish

In a remarkable achievement, Hockey India has granted fifty lakh rupees to the women's team following their impressive fifth-place finish in the World Cup, their best in fifty-two years. The team successfully defeated Germany in their concluding match and only faced one defeat during the tournament. This honor not only rewards their dedication but also motivates them for future challenges. from Sports News: Cricket Live Scorecard, Latest Cricket News, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MLB News & More https://ift.tt/WUvpQHG

José Mourinho says Ballon d’Or shouldn’t go to player just for winning UCL or WC

Jose Mourinho has challenged the traditional Ballon d’Or criteria, arguing that the award should recognise individual greatness rather than simply major trophies. The Real Madrid manager believes several of his players belong among the world’s elite, with Kylian Mbappé emerging as a leading contender after a remarkable 2025-26 season and outstanding World Cup performance. from Sports News: Cricket Live Scorecard, Latest Cricket News, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MLB News & More https://ift.tt/dwpXIoy

Figo Urges Infantino Resignation: ex-star calls for FIFA chief to quit; cites litany of abuses

Luis Figo has called for Gianni Infantino to resign as FIFA president, launching a fierce attack over the collapsed FIFA Forward Enterprise proposal. The former Portugal captain accused Infantino of putting personal interests ahead of football and claimed the controversy had damaged FIFA’s reputation. His comments add to growing pressure on Infantino amid calls for leadership change. from Sports News: Cricket Live Scorecard, Latest Cricket News, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MLB News & More https://ift.tt/V8YT7WI

Pakistan win first away Test after three years, beat WI by 8 wickets

The two-match series finished 1-1 after the West Indies had won the first Test by 90 runs. from Sports News: Cricket Live Scorecard, Latest Cricket News, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MLB News & More https://ift.tt/g8rZq0R

'Forever grateful': T Dilip bids emotional farewell after five years with Team India

T Dilip concluded his five-year tenure as India's fielding coach with a heartfelt farewell message. He significantly transformed the team's fielding culture during his impactful service. The innovative fielding medal ceremony became a memorable dressing-room tradition during his tenure. Dilip cherished being part of numerous team triumphs across various formats. from Sports News: Cricket Live Scorecard, Latest Cricket News, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MLB News & More https://ift.tt/qtHDEOM