Shubham Jaglan, a 21-year-old Indian golfer, surged ahead in the Final Qualifying Stage of the PGTI Qualifying School 2026 by shooting a remarkable three-under 69, leading by one shot with a total of four-under 212 after the third round at Kensville Golf & Country Club in Ahmedabad. Jaglan, a two-time runner-up in the previous PGTI season, climbed to the top spot with his exceptional performance, moving up from his second-place tie. Despite challenging windy conditions, he managed to secure one of the only two under-par scores of the day.
The USA’s Jhared Hack, the leader after the second round, slipped to second place with a total of three-under 213 after carding a 73 in the third round. Meanwhile, a trio of Indian players, including Kartik Singh, Jujhar Singh, and Rohit Baisoya, shared the tied third position at four-over 220.
Former India No. 1 junior, Shubham Jaglan, who initially struggled in the early holes, displayed a remarkable comeback from the seventh hole onwards, securing four birdies against a lone bogey. Expressing confidence in his game, Jaglan mentioned that his past successes on the PGTI circuit have boosted his morale for the ongoing tournament. He emphasized the importance of patience and consistency in his performance, aiming for a strong finish in the final round to kickstart the season on a positive note.
The top 47 players at the end of the fourth round will secure their full cards for the 2026 PGTI season.
