Chandigarh, November 11:The opening day of the 32nd Punjab Open Ladies’ Championship 2026 witnessed some exciting performances across divisions, with the Gold Division producing a four-way tie at the top of the Gross leaderboard. With 110 golfers competing across various categories, the championship got off to a competitive start at the Chandigarh Golf Course.

Gold Division: Four Players Share the Lead

The Gold Division produced the day’s closest battle at the top, with Bhavya Mann, Amreen Sandhu, Aarushi Sharma and Ashi Jain all returning identical gross scores of 81 to share first place.

In the Nett category, Ashi Jain took the outright lead with an impressive 71 (1-under). Five players are tied for second place with a Nett score of 75, keeping the competition wide open.

Silver Division: Neelam Kumar Leads

Neelam Kumar took the early lead in the Silver Division, carding a gross score of 92. Local favourite Saguna Jain is just one shot behind, finishing the opening round with a 93.

Bronze Division: Neelam Garg Leads Both Categories

Neelam Garg delivered a strong all-round performance in the Bronze Division, topping both the Gross and Nett leaderboards.

Garg carded a gross 97, holding a one-shot advantage over Komal Jawanda, who finished with 98. In the Nett category, Garg returned an impressive 71 to lead Smita Atre, who secured second place with 75.

Junior Shield: Aarushi Sharma Sets the Pace

In the Junior Shield, Aarushi Sharma led the field with a gross score of 81.

Amaira Bajaj and Bhakti Mansukhani are tied for second place, both returning scores of 85.

Sub-Junior Shield: Gairat Kahlon Takes Command

Gairat Kahlon emerged as the leader in the Sub-Junior Shield with a gross score of 84. Pareesa Pradhan occupies second place with 96.

Cart Division: Diwan and Gill Share the Lead

The Cart Division saw Renu Diwan and Pritpal Gill share first place in the Nett category, with both recording scores of 85.

Baljinder Mangat is in third place with a Nett score of 87.

Spot Prizes: Celebrating Precision and Accuracy

The opening day’s special contests also recognised some excellent individual performances.

Gold Division

• Straightest Drive: Bhakti Mansukhani
• Nearest to Pin: Pareesa Pradhan — 4 ft

Silver Division

• Straightest Drive: Jaspreet Kaur
• Nearest to Pin: Bindu Singh

Bronze Division

• Straightest Drive: Linda Cyril — 1.8 ft
• Nearest to Pin: Kavie Hundal — 10.5 ft

The Battle Continues

With a four-way tie in the Gold Division, closely contested leaderboards across the other categories and impressive performances from the junior golfers, Day 1 has set the tone for an exciting championship.As the competition moves into the next round, all eyes will be on the players looking to consolidate their positions, challenge the leaders and make their mark in this prestigious championship.

Chandigarh, November 10: The Chandigarh Golf Course is set to welcome some of the finest women golfers from across the country as the Ladies’ Section of the Chandigarh Golf Club, in collaboration with VREDESTEIN TYRES, hosts the 32nd Punjab Open Ladies’ Championship 2026 from 10 to 13 November 2026.

Recognised as one of the most prestigious and largest amateur women’s golf championships in North India, the tournament has earned a distinguished place on the country’s golfing calendar. Over the years, it has served as an important platform for identifying and nurturing emerging talent, helping aspiring women golfers develop their skills and prepare for competition at national and international levels.

Chandigarh: A Nursery of Women’s Golfing TalentChandigarh has consistently played a significant role in nurturing golfing talent, producing several accomplished players who have made their mark on the Indian Golf Union (IGU) circuit and amateur world rankings.

The list includes Ojaswani Saraswat, Heena Kang, Ceerat Kang, Guntas Kaur Sandhu, Rebab Kahlon and Gairat Kahlon. Several of these talented golfers have also had the honour of representing India on multiple occasions in international competitions.

The Punjab Open Ladies’ Golf Championship remains an integral part of the Ladies’ Golf Tour, which brings competitive golf to some of the country’s major golfing destinations and provides players with valuable opportunities to showcase their abilities.

An Impressive Field of 110 Participants
The 2026 edition has received an overwhelming response, with 110 golfers registering for the championship. The field features participants from the NCR and neighbouring states, along with golfers travelling from cities across the country, including Bhubaneswar, Bengaluru, Pune and Indore.

The championship will feature three days of competitive golf, with a cut to be applied after the first two rounds, setting the stage for an exciting finish as the leading contenders compete for top honours.

A Celebration of Golf Across Generations
One of the most heartening highlights of this year’s championship is the participation of golfers across a remarkable age spectrum.

At just 10 years of age, Pareesha Pradhan is the youngest participant, while Gunwant Kaur, aged 81, brings her experience and enduring passion for the game to the same field.

Their participation beautifully captures the inclusive spirit of golf — a sport that brings generations together and celebrates passion, perseverance and the joy of competition, regardless of age.

Ceremonial Tee-Off and Grand Finale
The ceremonial tee-off is scheduled for 11 November 2026 at 7:15 AM and will be performed by Justice Jaishree Thakur, former Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court.

The championship will conclude on 13 November 2026, with a Prize Distribution Ceremony on the lush green lawns of the Chandigarh Golf Club, bringing the four-day event to a celebratory close.

With an impressive field, participation from across the country and golfers representing generations of talent, the 32nd Punjab Open Ladies’ Championship promises to be a celebration of women’s golf, sporting excellence and the enduring spirit of the game.