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Kartik Singh, a 15-year-old from Gurugram, has made history by becoming the youngest Indian golfer to make the cut at an international professional tournament. Competing at the DLF Golf & Country Club during the $2 million International Series India, Singh finished tied-30th with a score of four-over-par 148, showcasing impressive skill against a competitive field that included golfing star Bryson DeChambeau. This monumental achievement highlights the promising future of golf in India.
Golf Sensation Kartik Singh Makes History at Asian Tour Event
In what can only be described as a monumental achievement for golf in the country, Kartik Singh, a mere 15-year-old from Gurugram, has etched his name into the annals of golfing history. Singh became the youngest Indian golfer to make the cut at an international professional tournament, showcasing incredible skill and composure at the DLF Golf & Country Club.
Making His Mark
Singh recorded a remarkable total score of four-over-par 148 across 36 holes during the prestigious $2 million International Series India. His standout performance included a stunning second round where he finished with a one-under-par 71, allowing him to easily secure a spot for the weekend rounds. As the cut line settled at eight-over-par, Singh’s performance landed him in a commendable tied-30th position—a feat that speaks volumes about his talent as a young golfer.
Unprecedented Achievement
Interestingly, he is the fourth youngest player on the Asian Tour to make it through to the weekend rounds, a major accomplishment that has caught the eye of many fans and sports enthusiasts. The tournament wasn’t without challenges, featuring a highly competitive field including big names like the reigning US Open champion and world number twelve, Bryson DeChambeau.
The DLF Golf & Country Club is known as one of the most challenging courses in Asia, and the statistics from the first round highlight this with an average score of 76.313. This difficulty is evident, as the tournament saw a staggering 111 double bogeys and even 32 scores worse than that, indicating just how tough the competition was during the event. Interestingly, the overall scoring statistics revealed that bogeys outnumbered birdies, with a total of 473 bogeys against just 313 birdies. This backdrop made Singh’s performance all the more impressive.
A Surreal Experience
Prior to this tournament, Kartik had cut his teeth in junior competitions and had only transitioned to professional events last year. His experiences were elevated when he found himself playing alongside established players like Anirban Lahiri and Joaquin Niemann. For someone so young, being in such exalted company can be somewhat daunting, but Singh managed to hold his own, describing the experience as surreal.
Despite training at a different course for three weeks leading up to the tournament, Singh praised his ability to adapt quickly to the challenging environment of DLF. His main goal was straightforward: to make the cut—an objective he successfully achieved, much to his delight.
Looking Ahead
Singh has already made waves this year with six wins in World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR)-related events. Currently sitting at 129th in the WAGR, his successful outing at the tournament has opened doors for him in the professional golfing arena. Following this tournament, the Asian Tour gears up to head towards International Series Macau.
Furthermore, Singh’s impressive composure during his second round cannot be overstated. Being four-under through 11 holes and finishing with an impressive 71 is a brilliant display of skill and mental strength at such a young age. He has been honing his skills under the expert guidance of Deepinder Khullar at the DLF Golf Academy, further adding to his preparation for events as significant as this one.
With ten Indian golfers making the cut at the tournament, golf is thriving in the nation, and it’s young talents like Kartik Singh who are paving the way for the future of the sport. As he continues to push himself in the coming rounds, golf enthusiasts everywhere will be watching closely, eager to see how this prodigy will further make his mark in the golfing world.
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