Can Avani Prashanth Secure Victory at the Hulencourt Women’s Open?
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Synopsis
As the competition heats up at the Hulencourt Women’s Open, Avani Prashanth shines brightly with her remarkable performance. With her 3-under 69, she is just one stroke off the lead. Join us as we explore the exciting developments and the performances of other Indian contenders in this thrilling tournament!
Key Takeaways
- Avani Prashanth is currently in second place at the Hulencourt Women’s Open.
- The cut was set at two over par, with several Indian golfers making it through.
- Helen Briem of Germany leads the tournament.
- Diksha Dagar and Tvesa Malik also showcased impressive performances.
- The tournament highlights the growing presence of Indian women golfers on the international stage.
Hulencourt (Belgium), June 14 (NationPress) — Avani Prashanth delivered an impressive performance with a score of 3-under 69 following her 4-under par 68 from the previous day, securing her position in second place at the Hulencourt Women’s Open golf tournament.
The 18-year-old golfer from Bengaluru currently holds a total score of seven under par, trailing just one stroke behind the leader, Germany’s Helen Briem (68-68), on the prestigious Ladies European Tour.
Other Indian golfers who successfully made the cut include Diksha Dagar (72-73) who is tied for 38th place and Tvesa Malik (76-70) in 50th place.
Additional Indian participants at the Hulencourt Women’s Open this week included Vani Kapoor (76-73), Sneha Singh (74-75), Amandeep Drall (74-76), and Hitaashee Bakshi (79-74) who unfortunately did not make the cut.
Avani started her second round strong with a birdie on the 10th hole and added another on the 13th. Following eight consecutive pars, she faced her first dropped shot on the fourth hole of the front nine but quickly rebounded with a birdie on the fifth. After another setback on the sixth, she secured a birdie on the seventh and finished her round with a birdie at the ninth hole for a total of 69.
Diksha, after an even-par first day, finished the second day with a score of 1-over par, dropping to tied 38th place from a previous T-22. She made three birdies and four bogeys during her second round, with a combined score of one over par for 36 holes.
Tvesa Malik, who began the tournament with a 4-over par 76, ended her second round with an eagle on the final hole, achieving a score of 2-under 70, just making the cut set at two over par.
The leader after the second round was Helen Briem of Germany, who again delivered a remarkable 4-under 68. Starting on the back nine, she made birdies on the 10th, 13th, and 14th holes, though she did drop a shot on the fifth hole of the front nine, recovering with birdies on the eighth and ninth.
Meanwhile, the day one leader, Kelsey Bennett from Australia, slipped to third with a score of 1-under par 71. Meghan MacLaren (68) and Darcey Hall from Wales (also with 68) tied for fourth place at a total of 5-under par.
Point of View
It is essential to recognize the achievements of Indian golfers like Avani Prashanth at international events like the Hulencourt Women’s Open. Their impressive performances not only showcase their talent but also inspire a new generation of golfers in India. As we observe their journeys, we must continue to support and promote women's sports, highlighting their escalating presence on the global stage.
NationPress
14/06/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is leading the Hulencourt Women’s Open?
The leader after the second round is Helen Briem from Germany, with a score of 4-under 68.
How did Avani Prashanth perform in her second round?
Avani Prashanth shot a round of 3-under 69, placing her second overall at seven under par.
Which Indian golfers made the cut?
Diksha Dagar and Tvesa Malik successfully made the cut, finishing in T-38th and T-50th places respectively.
What is the cut line for the tournament?
The cut line for the Hulencourt Women’s Open was set at two over par.
How did Diksha Dagar and Tvesa Malik perform?
Diksha finished with a combined score of one over par, while Tvesa landed an eagle on her final hole, finishing with a score of 2-under 70.
