New Delhi, June 7: Kapil Dev, the president of the DP World Professional Golf Tour of India (DP World PGTI), has congratulated the selected members of the Indian men’s golf team for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The team includes Yuvraj Sandhu, Veer Ahlawat, and Sapthak Talwar, while the women’s team features Aditi Ashok, Diksha Dagar, and Pranavi Urs.
“This selection is a proud moment for Indian golf,” said Kapil Dev. “The team reflects the growing strength, depth, and confidence in both men’s and women’s golf in India. The Asian Games is a prestigious platform, and I am confident our golfers will carry the national flag with pride, discipline, and faith. Their journey will inspire many young players across India to dream big and embrace this sport.”
The Indian Golf Union has announced a six-member team for the Asian Games. The men’s team consists of Yuvraj Sandhu, Veer Ahlawat, and Sapthak Talwar, while the women’s team includes Aditi Ashok, Diksha Dagar, and Pranavi Urs.
Golf events at the Asian Games will take place from September 30 to October 3, 2026, at the Kasugai Country Club East Course in Japan.
Yuvraj Sandhu has emerged as one of India’s most consistent professional golfers, securing numerous impressive performances in the DP World PGTI. He has won 16 professional titles, including one at the international level. In 2025, Yuvraj set a new record by winning seven titles in the DP World PGTI, becoming the ‘Order of Merit’ champion and earning a card for the 2026 DP World Tour.
Veer Ahlawat, the 2024 DP World PGTI ‘Order of Merit’ champion, has claimed six titles and participated in the DP World Tour in 2025.
Sapthak Talwar has won two titles and currently leads the 2026 DP World PGTI ‘Order of Merit.’ He also holds a Challenge Tour card for this season.
Yuvraj, Veer, and Sapthak, who will be competing in the Asian Games for the first time later this year, have consistently performed well in both domestic and international circuits, showcasing the increasing depth of Indian professional golf.
Amandeep Johal, CEO of DP World PGTI, stated, “Yuvraj, Veer, and Sapthak have earned this opportunity through their consistent performances, courage, and competitive spirit. Their selection demonstrates the strength of the domestic professional pathway created by DP World PGTI. Our aim is to provide Indian golfers with the right platform, exposure, and competitive environment alongside domestic and international players so they can succeed at higher levels. We wish the entire Indian golf team the best for the Asian Games and hope they return with memorable performances.”
India has a rich history in golf at the Asian Games, having won three gold and three silver medals to date.
The Indian quartet of Lakshman Singh, Rishi Narayan, Amit Luthra, and Rajiv Mohta won team gold at the 1982 Asian Games held in New Delhi, with Lakshman Singh also securing individual gold.
Shiv Kapoor furthered India’s golden legacy by winning individual gold at the 2002 Busan Asian Games. India also earned team silver medals at the 2006 Doha and 2010 Guangzhou Asian Games.
Aditi Ashok won a silver medal in the women’s individual event at the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games. With a balanced team, strong international experience, and recent good form, the Indian golf team aims to continue this legacy and present a strong challenge for podium finishes in Japan.
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