Gurugram, March 4: Fresh from her recent victory, Vani Kapoor is set to compete for another title as she tees off at the fifth leg of the Hero Women’s Pro Golf Tour at the Classic Golf & Country Club in Gurugram this Wednesday.
The event, featuring a strong field of 38 competitors—including five talented amateurs—offers a total prize purse of Rs. 16 lakhs.
Strong Competition Awaits Vani Kapoor
Though Kapoor claimed the top spot in the fourth leg last month, she will face fierce competition from seasoned golfers such as Sneha Singh, who currently leads the Hero Order of Merit with two wins already this season. Amandeep Drall, striving to rediscover the form that once earned her recognition on the Ladies European Tour (LET), is also a major contender, alongside Gaurika Bishnoi and Ridhima Dilawari.Both Sneha Singh and Ridhima Dilawari showcased impressive performances in the final round of the previous leg, carding scores of 66 and 67 respectively, and finishing within the top three positions—indicating they're hitting peak form at the perfect moment.
Young Talents Ready to Make a Mark
This leg also spotlights emerging golfers who have started leaving a notable impression on the tour. Young professionals Jasmine Shekar, with multiple victories in 2024, and Anvitha Narender, who has already demonstrated her winning potential, are part of the talented young group eager to prove themselves.Sneha Singh presently leads the Hero Order of Merit standings, closely followed by Vani Kapoor and Jasmine Shekar, adding another exciting subplot to this week's competition.
Preparing for International Challenges
For many seasoned Indian pros, the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour serves not just as a competitive event but also as a vital platform to hone their skills ahead of rigorous international schedules. In recent years, Indian golfers have expanded their horizons, regularly competing in prestigious tournaments across South Africa, Australia, Europe, and South East Asia, with several making frequent appearances on the Ladies European Tour.Gurugram Hosts Back-to-Back Legs of the Tour
The Classic Golf & Country Club, a familiar stop on the Hero Tour calendar, is set to stage this week's fifth leg. Following this, the tour remains in Gurugram for the sixth leg, scheduled at the prestigious DLF Golf and Country Club later this month.Golf enthusiasts and followers will eagerly watch to see if Vani Kapoor can sustain her winning momentum or if a new champion emerges on the lush fairways of Gurugram.