PGTI Tour: Aditya Garg Secures Top Spot with Consecutive 65s at Pre-Qualifying I
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Synopsis
Amateur golfer Aditya Garg from Pune excelled at the PGTI Qualifying School 2025, scoring 12-under 130 to secure the top position at Pre-Qualifying I. His impressive performance included two consecutive rounds of six-under 65 at the Golmuri Golf Course, where the top 24 players advanced to the Final Qualifying Stage.
Key Takeaways
- Aditya Garg achieved a total score of 12-under 130.
- He recorded eight birdies during his second round.
- The cut was declared at one over 143.
- A total of 408 golfers are participating in this year's event.
- The Final Stage takes place from February 4 to 7.
Jamshedpur, Jan 23 (NationPress) Amateur golfer Aditya Garg, hailing from Pune, delivered an impressive performance by carding a second consecutive six-under 65 in Round Two. This brought his total score to 12-under 130, earning him the top position at Pre-Qualifying I of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) Qualifying School 2025, held at the Golmuri Golf Course on Thursday. Out of a competitive field of 105 players, the top 24 advanced to the Final Qualifying Stage, as the cut was set at one over 143.
The 19-year-old amateur, Aditya Garg (65-65), maintained his lead from Day One and continued to impress at the Golmuri Golf Course, achieving eight birdies across his first 15 holes. His only setback was a double-bogey at the ninth hole, yet he finished four shots ahead of his closest competitor.
Aditya remarked, “I started the day strong with a superb chip that led to a tap-in birdie on the 10th. After that, I made a long putt on the 17th and created several opportunities, landing the ball within 10 to 12 feet of the pin on most holes. Prior to the Q School, I made some swing adjustments, and I am thrilled that they held up under pressure during both rounds, allowing me to execute my shots effectively. This is a significant confidence boost for my ball-striking as I head into the Final Stage.”
Sourav Choudhary (69-65) from Mhow finished in second place with a score of eight-under 134. Local player Kurush Heerjee qualified for the Final Stage by securing a tied 18th position at one-over 143.
In the opening round, Aditya Garg also shot a six-under 65, achieving the lead with seven birdies and one bogey. This was his first attempt at the PGTI Q School, where he showcased his skill by consistently positioning the ball near the flag for birdie opportunities.
The PGTI Qualifying School 2025 is scheduled from January 22 to February 7 at the Golmuri Golf Course in Jamshedpur. The First Stage comprises three Pre-Qualifying events of 36 holes each, taking place from January 22 to February 1. The Final Stage, a 72-hole event, will occur from February 4 to 7.
This Qualifying School marks the beginning of the PGTI season and is one of the calendar's most crucial events, serving as the sole pathway for players to qualify for participation in the PGTI for the season. The tournament establishes the criteria for players throughout the year.
This year's Qualifying School expects participation from a total of 408 golfers.
