German Masters: Are Diksha Dagar and Vani Kapoor Among the Top 10?
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Synopsis
Can Indian golfers shine at the Amundi German Masters? With Diksha Dagar and Vani Kapoor making their mark in the top 10, join us as we delve into their performances and the fierce competition they face at the Green Eagle Golf Course.
Key Takeaways
- Diksha Dagar and Vani Kapoor both ranked in the top 10 after round two.
- Avani Prashanth also qualified, marking a strong Indian presence.
- The cut line was at 3-over par, impacting several participants.
- Helen Briem and Elinor Sudow lead the tournament.
- Strong performances were noted from both Dagar and Kapoor.
Hamburg, June 28 (NationPress) Diksha Dagar and Vani Kapoor emerged as the standout players for India at the Amundi German Masters after the second round. Alongside Avani Prashanth, who also made the cut, a total of three out of nine Indian golfers participated at the Green Eagle Golf Course this week.
Diksha recorded an even par round, slipping from the top five but maintaining her position within the top 10, tied for 8th place. Meanwhile, Vani performed impressively with a 3-under 70, also tying for 8th.
The only other Indian to advance was Avani Prashanth, who finished the day tied for 43rd after a round of 1-over 74, marked by two birdies, one bogey, and one double bogey.
Tvesa Malik (74-76) narrowly missed the cut by one stroke, as the cut line was at 3-over, while others like Sneha Singh (78-75), Amandeep Drall (78-75), Hitaashee Bakshi (79-81), and Vidhatri Urs (93-87) also fell short, with Neha Tripathi retiring after the first round.
Leading the competition were Helen Briem of Germany and Elinor Sudow of Sweden, both sharing the top spot. Briem achieved a 1-under 70 for a total score of eight under par, matching Sudow's performance, who also shot a second round of 3-under 70.
Shannon Tan climbed to third place with a round of 4-under 69, totaling seven under par across 36 holes.
Helen Briem and Shannon Tan are currently the highest-ranked players in the tournament's Order of Merit.
Diksha began her second round on the front nine, gaining a shot on the second hole before losing it on the third, ultimately finishing the front nine with a birdie. On the back nine, she bogeyed the 12th but responded with a birdie on the 13th. Despite dropping a shot on the 16th, she concluded the day with an even par round, maintaining a total score of four under par.
Vani also started on the front nine, managing six quiet holes before scoring a birdie on the seventh, followed by a bogey at the end of the front nine. On the back nine, she secured birdies on the 12th, 15th, and 18th, finishing the day with a total score of four under par.
Point of View
I am proud to highlight the achievements of our Indian golfers at the Amundi German Masters. Diksha Dagar and Vani Kapoor have showcased exemplary skill and resilience, placing India firmly on the golf map. Their performances reflect not only their dedication but also the growing potential of Indian golf on the international stage.
NationPress
28/06/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Indian golfers made the cut at the German Masters?
Diksha Dagar, Vani Kapoor, and Avani Prashanth made the cut at the Amundi German Masters.
What was the cut line for the tournament?
The cut line for the Amundi German Masters was set at 3-over par.
Who are the leaders in the German Masters?
Helen Briem from Germany and Elinor Sudow from Sweden are leading the tournament.
How did Diksha Dagar perform in her second round?
Diksha Dagar finished with an even par round, maintaining a total score of four under par.
What were Vani Kapoor's results in the second round?
Vani Kapoor shot a 3-under 70, tying for 8th place in the standings.
