WPGT 2026 Leg 11: Sneha Singh survives collapse, beats Vani in play-off at Hosur
Synopsis
Sneha Singh gifted away a six-shot lead in six holes — double bogeys on 13 and 14 undoing a flawless 10-under second round — only to regroup and beat Vani Kapoor on the first play-off hole at Hosur. It is the most dramatic finish of the WPGT 2026 season so far, and ends an 18-month wait for Singh's next title.
Key Takeaways
Sneha Singh won the WPGT 2026 Leg 11 at Clover Greens, Hosur on 7 August 2026 , defeating Vani Kapoor in a play-off.
Sneha squandered a six-shot lead with six holes remaining, carding back-to-back double bogeys on the 13th and 14th holes .
Both Sneha and Vani finished regulation at 3-under 210 ; Sneha won on the first play-off hole .
The victory ended Sneha's 18-month title drought , her last win having come in February 2025 .
Ridhima Dilawari leads the Hero Order of Merit with three wins this season; she is one of only four players to cross ₹10 lakh in prize money.
Sneha Singh produced one of the most dramatic finishes of the Women's Pro Golf Tour (WPGT) 2026 season, surrendering a commanding six-shot lead over the final six holes before recovering in a play-off to defeat Vani Kapoor and claim the 11th leg title at Clover Greens, Hosur, on 7 August 2026. The victory ended an 18-month title drought for Singh, her first win since February 2025.
How the Lead Vanished
Sneha had entered the final round with a four-shot cushion over Vani and appeared to be coasting after 12 holes, having extended her advantage to six shots. However, the wheels came off dramatically on the 13th and 14th holes, where she carded back-to-back double bogeys — the same holes on which Nayanika Sanga posted back-to-back birdies. Vani also birdied the 13th, and within the space of two holes, Sneha's lead had shrunk to a single shot.
The collapse was complete on the 18th hole, where Sneha — needing only a par to win outright — dropped a shot, falling level with Vani at 3-under 210 in regulation and forcing a play-off. Nayanika, who had threatened throughout, bogeyed the 15th and finished at 2-under, dropping out of contention.
The Play-off and Final Scorecards
Sneha steadied herself in the sudden-death play-off, winning on the first extra hole to edge out the experienced Vani. Sneha's three-round card read 73-61-76, her second-round 61 — a stunning 10-under effort — having been the foundation of her lead. Vani's rounds were 67-71-72, while Nayanika finished at 72-68-71.
Rest of the Leaderboard
Smriti Bhargav (final round 70) and amateur Ayesha Gupta — the first-round co-leader — tied for third alongside Nayanika at 2-under. Riya Jadon finished sixth after a turbulent closing stretch of three birdies and two bogeys in her last five holes. Jasmine Shekar (69) and Lavanya Jadon (71) shared seventh at even-par 213, with Amandeep Drall (71) ninth. Ridhima Dilawari (72), Ananya Datar (72), and Shagun Narain (74) completed the top ten. Anvvi Dahiya was 13th, while Khushi Khanijau, Tvesa Malik, and Heena Kang tied for 14th.
Order of Merit Standings
Ridhima Dilawari, who has accumulated three wins this season, retains the top spot on the Hero Order of Merit. Jasmine Shekar, Vani Kapoor, and Amandeep Drall occupy second, third, and fourth respectively. These four players are currently the only competitors to have crossed ₹10 lakh in prize winnings through 11 events this season. With the season entering its final stretch, the Order of Merit race is set to intensify.
Point of View
Then surrendered to pressure on the back nine. The fact that a 10-under second round could still nearly cost her the title raises a structural question: are WPGT courses set up in a way that allows dramatic scoring swings, undermining the integrity of the contest? Meanwhile, Ridhima Dilawari's continued dominance of the Order of Merit — three wins and the only player with a commanding prize-money buffer — suggests the gap between the top and the chasing pack is wider than the leaderboards imply.
NationPress
7 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the WPGT 2026 Leg 11 at Hosur?
Sneha Singh won the 11th leg of the Women's Pro Golf Tour 2026 at Clover Greens, Hosur, on 7 August 2026. She defeated Vani Kapoor on the first play-off hole after both finished regulation at 3-under 210.
How did Sneha Singh lose her six-shot lead?
Sneha carded back-to-back double bogeys on the 13th and 14th holes in the final round, the same holes where Nayanika Sanga posted consecutive birdies. Vani Kapoor also birdied the 13th, wiping out Sneha's lead within two holes. She then dropped a shot on the 18th when she needed only a par to win outright.
When was Sneha Singh's last WPGT title before this win?
Sneha's previous title came in February 2025, making this win her first in 18 months. The victory breaks a drought that spanned the remainder of the 2025 season and the first ten legs of 2026.
Who leads the Hero Order of Merit after 11 legs?
Ridhima Dilawari leads the Hero Order of Merit with three wins this season. Jasmine Shekar, Vani Kapoor, and Amandeep Drall are second, third, and fourth respectively. All four are the only players to have crossed ₹10 lakh in prize winnings through 11 events.
What were the final standings at WPGT Leg 11?
Sneha Singh won via play-off at 3-under 210. Vani Kapoor was runner-up at the same score. Nayanika Sanga, Smriti Bhargav, and amateur Ayesha Gupta tied for third at 2-under. Riya Jadon was sixth, Jasmine Shekar and Lavanya Jadon shared seventh at even-par 213, and Amandeep Drall finished ninth.
