India's Asian Games 2026 golf squad named: Yuvraj, Aditi, Diksha lead six-member team
Synopsis
India's six-member golf squad for the 2026 Asian Games features a men's trio making their Games debut — led by record-setter Yuvraj Sandhu — and a women's side anchored by Aditi Ashok, the defending silver medallist. With India's three-gold, three-silver Asian Games legacy on the line, the Kasugai Country Club could be the stage for Indian golf's next landmark moment.
Key Takeaways
The Indian Golf Union named a six-member squad for the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan .
Men's team: Yuvraj Sandhu (16 titles, 7 PGTI wins in 2025), Veer Ahlawat (6 titles, 2024 Order of Merit champion), Saptak Talwar (2 titles, current 2026 Order of Merit leader).
Women's team: Aditi Ashok (2022 Asian Games silver medallist), Diksha Dagar , and Pranavi Urs .
Golf events run from 30 September to 3 October 2026 at Kasugai Country Club East Course .
India has won 3 gold and 3 silver medals in Asian Games golf historically.
The Indian Golf Union has named a six-member squad for the Asian Games 2026, to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with Yuvraj Sandhu, Veer Ahlawat, and Saptak Talwar forming the men's team and Aditi Ashok, Diksha Dagar, and Pranavi Urs representing India in the women's section. The golf events are scheduled from 30 September to 3 October 2026 at the Kasugai Country Club East Course in Japan.
The Squad at a Glance
Yuvraj Sandhu is the standout name in the men's team — a winner of 16 professional titles, including one on the international stage. He set a domestic record by claiming seven DP World PGTI titles in 2025, winning the Order of Merit and earning a card on the DP World Tour for 2026. Veer Ahlawat, the 2024 DP World PGTI Order of Merit champion and winner of six titles, competed on the DP World Tour in 2025. Saptak Talwar, a two-time title winner, leads the 2026 DP World PGTI Order of Merit and also holds a card on the Challenge Tour this season. All three are set to make their Asian Games debut.
Women's Team: Experience and Pedigree
The women's squad is headlined by Aditi Ashok, who won the silver medal in the women's individual event at the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games and is among India's most decorated golfers on the global circuit. She is joined by Diksha Dagar and Pranavi Urs, both seasoned campaigners on the international women's tour.
What the PGTI President Said
Kapil Dev, president of the DP World Professional Golf Tour of India (DP World PGTI), congratulated the squad and expressed confidence in their prospects. 'The selection of Yuvraj Sandhu, Veer Ahlawat and Saptak Talwar, along with Aditi Ashok, Diksha Dagar and Pranavi Urs, for the Asian Games is a proud moment for Indian golf,' Dev said. 'This squad represents the growing strength, depth and confidence of the sport in India across both men's and women's golf. The Asian Games is a prestigious platform, and I am confident that our golfers will carry the national flag with pride, discipline and belief. Their journey will also inspire many young players across India to dream bigger and take up the sport.'
Amandeep Johl, CEO of DP World PGTI, added: 'Yuvraj, Veer and Saptak have earned this opportunity through consistent performances, resilience and strong competitive temperament. Their selection reflects the strength of the domestic professional pathway created through the DP World PGTI.'
India's Asian Games Golf Legacy
India carries a proud record in Asian Games golf, having won three gold and three silver medals across editions. The 1982 New Delhi Asian Games saw the Indian quartet of Lakshman Singh, Rishi Narain, Amit Luthra, and Rajeev Mohta claim team gold, with Lakshman Singh also taking individual gold. Shiv Kapur added individual gold at the 2002 Busan Asian Games. India also secured team silver at the 2006 Doha and 2010 Guangzhou Asian Games.
What to Watch in Aichi-Nagoya
With all six players boasting strong recent form and significant international exposure, India will enter the Kasugai Country Club with genuine podium ambitions. The men's trio, making their Asian Games debut, will look to build on a domestic circuit that has steadily raised its competitive standard. Aditi Ashok, returning as the defending silver medallist, will be among the women's favourites to challenge for a medal upgrade.
Point of View
However, is whether India's men can replicate on an international stage what they have achieved domestically. The women's side, anchored by Aditi Ashok's proven Asian Games pedigree, looks the stronger medal prospect. What this squad collectively represents is a structural shift: Indian golf is no longer producing isolated stars but a competitive cohort — and that is a more durable foundation for long-term success.
NationPress
8 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is in India's golf squad for the Asian Games 2026?
India's six-member squad comprises Yuvraj Sandhu, Veer Ahlawat, and Saptak Talwar in the men's team, and Aditi Ashok, Diksha Dagar, and Pranavi Urs in the women's team. The squad was named by the Indian Golf Union ahead of the Aichi-Nagoya Games.
When and where will golf be played at the 2026 Asian Games?
The golf events at the Asian Games 2026 are scheduled from 30 September to 3 October 2026, at the Kasugai Country Club East Course in Japan.
What is Yuvraj Sandhu's record ahead of the Asian Games?
Yuvraj Sandhu has won 16 professional titles, including one on the international stage. He set a domestic record by winning seven DP World PGTI titles in 2025, claiming the Order of Merit and earning a DP World Tour card for 2026.
What is India's medal history in Asian Games golf?
India has won three gold and three silver medals in Asian Games golf. Notable wins include team and individual gold at the 1982 New Delhi Games, individual gold by Shiv Kapur at Busan 2002, team silver at Doha 2006 and Guangzhou 2010, and individual silver by Aditi Ashok at Hangzhou 2022.
Why is Aditi Ashok significant for the women's team?
Aditi Ashok is India's most decorated women's golfer at the Asian Games, having won the silver medal in the individual event at the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games. She returns as the defending silver medallist and is a strong medal contender in Aichi-Nagoya.
