Can Yuvraj Sandhu Maintain His Lead on Day Two of the Digboi Masters 2025?
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In Digboi (Assam), on November 19 (NationPress), PGTI Ranking leader Yuvraj Sandhu held onto his two-stroke advantage after finishing his second round with a score of three-under 69 at the INR 1 crore SERVO Masters 2025, hosted at the Digboi Golf Links. With rounds of 65 and 69, Yuvraj, a two-time champion in Digboi, reached a total of 10-under 134 at the halfway mark.
Making his debut in Digboi, Saptak Talwar (68-68) delivered another impressive performance with a second consecutive 68, bringing his total to eight-under 136 and moving up five spots to the second position. The cut was set at four-over 148, allowing fifty-nine professionals to continue, including local player Deven Bhumij, who finished day two in tied 42nd at three-over 147.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the SERVO Masters, a prestigious tournament that has significantly shaped the landscape of Indian professional golf, being the longest-running event in the Indian domestic circuit and on the PGTI.
Yuvraj Sandhu had a strong start with two successful 10-foot putts and an impressive drive, achieving three birdies in the first five holes. The 28-year-old from Chandigarh, who has won four times this year, faced a slight setback with bogeys on the seventh and eighth holes after hitting trees and suffering a poor bounce.
Regaining his momentum, Sandhu scored birdies on the 11th and 12th thanks to his excellent ball-striking. However, he missed birdie chances on four additional holes thereafter.
“I began better than on day one, anticipating a deeper round today, but the putts didn’t drop on the back nine. I regained some momentum with my ball-striking towards the end of the day. I hope for improved putting in the final two rounds,” Yuvraj expressed.
“The course is quite hilly, making the walk challenging. After my round today, I took a moment to rest my legs. Complete recovery is crucial in these situations for me to perform my best in the last two rounds,” he added.
Saptak Talwar showcased a blend of five birdies and one bogey during his second round, moving up the leaderboard. Earlier this year, he was a winner on the PGTI and managed to sink a 15-footer along with a tap-in for birdies.
Former Digboi champion Veer Ahlawat (71) finished tied for third at six-under 138. Other players sharing third place with Veer include Viraj Madappa (68), Yuvraj Singh (71), and Shivendra Singh Sisdoia (71).