Can Ridhima Maintain Her Lead Over Sneha in WPGT 2026?
Synopsis
In the thrilling second leg of the 2026 Women’s Pro Golf Tour, Ridhima Dilawari has taken the lead after a steady performance. With only one stroke separating her from Sneha Singh, the competition heats up as both golfers aim for victory. Who will come out on top as the tournament unfolds?
Key Takeaways
Ridhima Dilawari holds the lead in the second leg of the WPGT.
Sneha Singh remains a strong competitor with a bogey-free round.
Six players are tied for fifth, showcasing the level of competition.
Ahmedabad, Jan 21 (NationPress) Ridhima Dilawari, who secured the second position in the initial leg of the 2026 Women’s Pro Golf Tour (WPGT) last week, demonstrated remarkable consistency over the last eight holes. This performance granted her a slender one-shot advantage in the opening round of the second leg at Kalhaar Blues & Greens in Ahmedabad on Wednesday.
As the new season event kicked off, Ridhima notched two consecutive birdies—first on the seventh and eighth holes, followed by another pair on the 14th and 15th. However, she faced setbacks with bogeys on the 5th and 10th holes, concluding the round at 2 under 70.
Sneha Singh, eager to improve her performance from the previous leg, managed a bogey-free round but only achieved a single birdie, finishing at 1-under 71 and trailing Ridhima.
Six competitors, led by the 2025 Order of Merit champion Vani Kapoor, along with Jahanvi Bakshi, Nayanika Sanga, amateur Mahreen Bhatia, Karishma Govind, and rookie pro Saanvi Somu, were tied for fifth at 1-over 73.
Ridhima, who aims to concentrate on domestic events within the WPGT and the IGPL this year, began her round with four pars. After a bogey on the Par-5 fifth hole, she bounced back with birdies on the seventh and eighth. Another bogey on the 10th returned her to even par, but consecutive birdies on the 14th and 15th solidified her lead.
Sneha, who claimed two victories in 2025, parred 15 holes in succession before securing a birdie on the Par-3 16th, her only birdie of the day. She rounded off her round with two more pars, finishing with a score of 71. Amandeep recorded two birdies alongside a double bogey, while amateur Zara started with a bogey and faced another late in the round on the 17th, though she managed two birdies on the ninth and twelfth holes.
Nayanika, among the six players tied for fifth, achieved the highest number of birdies with five, yet also encountered four bogeys, three of which occurred within the first four holes, including a triple bogey on the Par-3 seventh. Vani Kapoor struggled with a bogey-bogey start but recovered with birdies on the ninth and 11th holes before dropping another shot on the Par-5 14th.
Last week’s champion, Jasmine Shekar, faced a challenging beginning with a 7-over 79, which included four bogeys, two doubles, and just one birdie on the final hole.
Point of View
It’s evident that the Women’s Pro Golf Tour continues to showcase incredible talent. Ridhima Dilawari's steady play positions her as a strong contender, while Sneha Singh's resilience hints at fierce competition ahead. This tournament is not only pivotal for these athletes but also for the growth of women’s golf in India.
NationPress
30 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current standing of Ridhima and Sneha in WPGT 2026?
Ridhima Dilawari leads with a score of 2 under 70, while Sneha Singh follows closely at 1 under 71.
Where is the second leg of the WPGT 2026 being held?
The second leg is taking place at the Kalhaar Blues & Greens in Ahmedabad.
Who are the other top competitors in the tournament?
Other notable players include Vani Kapoor, Jahanvi Bakshi, Nayanika Sanga, and both amateur and rookie professionals.
