Who Will Take the Lead in WPGT 2026: Tvesa or Ridhima?
Synopsis
In an electrifying start to WPGT 2026, Tvesa Malik and Ridhima Dilawari are neck-and-neck after Day 1 in Pune. With exceptional performances on the course, they both finished with a score of 3-under 68. Who will take the lead as the competition unfolds?
Key Takeaways
Tvesa Malik and Ridhima Dilawari share the lead at 3-under 68 .
Vani Kapoor follows in third with 69 .
Amateur Anuradha Chaudhary is fourth with 70 .
A record 49 players are vying for a prize of Rs.
Hero MotoCorp supports the tour significantly.
Pune, Feb 17 (NationPress) In a thrilling start to Round One of the fourth leg of the Women's Pro Golf Tour 2026 at the Poona Club Golf Course, Tvesa Malik showcased her skills with three birdies in the last four holes, while Ridhima Dilawari dazzled with five birdies on her front nine. Both players finished the day tied at 3-under 68, sharing the lead.
In the spotlight of this elite group, Vani Kapoor followed closely with a score of 69, just one stroke off the pace, while amateur Anuradha Chaudhary scored 70, becoming the only other player to achieve an under-par performance, placing fourth.
Tvesa, who celebrated a playoff victory last week in Pune, recorded one bogey and one birdie on her front nine, while Ridhima raced ahead with five birdies. Ridhima momentarily reached 6-under before encountering a setback, dropping a shot on the 11th hole, although she recovered with another birdie on the 14th, tallying her seventh birdie of the day, before facing a double bogey on the 15th and a closing bogey for a total of 68.
Tvesa birdied the 12th and bogeyed the 13th, remaining even par with four holes left to play. She then secured a birdie on the 15th, parred the 16th, and finished strong with back-to-back birdies to tie for the lead.
Amateur Lavanya Gupta finished with a score of 1-over 72, securing fifth place, while five players including Sneha Singh, Durga Nittur, Jasmine Shekar, Anivtha Narender, and Vidhatri Urs tied for sixth at 2-over 73 each.
Among other notable competitors, Amandeep Drall scored 74 for a T-11 finish, while Neha Tripathi concluded with 75 for a T-14 position.
This week's competition features a record 49 players battling for a prize purse of Rs. 17 lakhs, with Hero MotoCorp elevating the Tour to new heights.
Last week, Tvesa Malik broke a prolonged winless streak of over two years with a playoff victory against Anvitha Narender in the third leg of the Women’s Pro Golf Tour at the Oxford Golf Resort. Her last victory prior was in September 2023 at DLF Gurugram. Amateur Aradhana Manikandan (72) and veteran Vani Kapoor (72) both tied for fourth, being the only players to finish the final day at even par, with no one managing an under-par round.
Point of View
This captivating tie between Tvesa Malik and Ridhima Dilawari reflects the competitive spirit of the Women's Pro Golf Tour 2026. With outstanding performances on display, the tournament promises to deliver thrilling moments and showcase the talent of these remarkable athletes. NationPress remains committed to bringing you the latest in sports news.
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4 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the leaders after Day 1 of WPGT 2026?
Tvesa Malik and Ridhima Dilawari are tied for the lead after both scoring 3-under 68.
Where is the Women's Pro Golf Tour 2026 being held?
The tournament is taking place at the Poona Club Golf Course in Pune.
What was the prize purse for this leg of the tour?
The prize purse for this leg is Rs. 17 lakhs.
How did Tvesa Malik perform in the previous leg?
Tvesa Malik won the previous leg in a playoff against Anvitha Narender.
How many players are competing in this leg?
A record 49 players are competing in this leg of the tour.
