Could Three Indians, Led by Avani, Survive the Cut at the Saudi Ladies International?
Synopsis
In an exciting turn of events at the Saudi Ladies International, three Indian golfers, led by the young talent Avani Prashanth, have successfully made it through the cut. With competitive performances at the Riyadh Golf Club, the stage is set for an intriguing weekend of golf. Can Avani and her compatriots continue their impressive displays?
Key Takeaways
Avani Prashanth displayed remarkable skill to finish at 4-under.
Aditi Ashok continues her strong legacy with a solid performance.
Pranavi Urs ensured her place for the weekend with a bogey-free round.
Diksha Dagar narrowly missed the cut by one stroke.
The competition is fierce, with Mimi Rhodes leading the tournament.
Riyadh, Feb 12 (NationPress) In a thrilling display at the USD 5 million Saudi Ladies International golf tournament, three out of five Indian participants managed to progress past the cut at the halfway point held at the Riyadh Golf Club on Thursday. The standout performer was the youngest player, Avani Prashanth, who demonstrated resilience by carding a 1-under 71 following her impressive first round of 3-under 69, culminating in a total score of 4-under, placing her in 35th position.
Meanwhile, Aditi Ashok, a veteran of the Ladies European Tour with five titles to her name, delivered a commendable performance with a round of 3-under 69, bringing her total to 3-under and securing a Tied-43rd finish. Pranavi Urs also showcased her skills with a bogey-free round of 69. After paring the entire back nine—her initial nine holes—Pranavi made three birdies, compensating for her first round of 73, and finished at 2-under in a Tied-51 position, ensuring her participation over the weekend.
On the other hand, Diksha Dagar narrowly missed the cut, finishing just one shot away with a 2-over 74, resulting in a total of 1-under for the two rounds played, leading to an early exit from the tournament. Hitaashee Bakshi also failed to make the cut with rounds of 74 and 72. Diksha struggled with two bogeys and was unable to secure any birdies during her round.
Avani, who began her round from the tenth tee, made a remarkable comeback after starting 2-over through her first six holes, dropping strokes on the 11th and 15th. She rallied with a birdie on the 18th and added two more on the fifth and seventh holes, putting herself in a favorable position for the weekend.
Aditi, starting from the first tee, encountered an early bogey on the second but quickly recovered, scoring four birdies without further setbacks, finishing with a 69.
In the leaderboard, England’s Mimi Rhodes led the pack at an impressive 11-under, adding a 69 to her first round of 64. She was closely followed by South Africa’s Cassandra Alexander (67-67), just one stroke behind at 10-under, and Chizzy Iwai (65-69) sharing the second spot with her.
Point of View
It is imperative to highlight the achievements of our athletes on international platforms. The resilience shown by the Indian golfers at the Saudi Ladies International reflects not just individual talent but also the growing prowess of Indian sportswomen on the global stage. Their performances inspire future generations and deserve our utmost recognition and support.
NationPress
2 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were the top Indian performers at the Saudi Ladies International?
The top Indian performers were Avani Prashanth, Aditi Ashok, and Pranavi Urs, with Avani leading the way at 4-under.
What was Avani Prashanth's score in the tournament?
Avani Prashanth achieved a total score of 4-under, with rounds of 3-under 69 and 1-under 71.
Did any Indian golfer miss the cut?
Yes, Diksha Dagar and Hitaashee Bakshi both missed the cut, finishing with scores that did not qualify them for the weekend rounds.
What are the standings of the top players?
England's Mimi Rhodes leads the tournament at 11-under, followed by Cassandra Alexander and Chizzy Iwai at 10-under.
How did Aditi Ashok perform?
Aditi Ashok scored 3-under in total after a solid round of 3-under 69, securing a Tied-43rd position.
