Coal India Open 2026: Jamal Hossain Moves Clear At 12-Under After Weather-Delayed Second Round
Kolkata, August 13, 2026: Jamal Hossain carded a seven-under 63 to take a two-shot lead following the completion of the rain-delayed second round of the Coal India Open at Tollygunge Club in Kolkata on Thursday. The 41-year-old Bangladeshi golfer (65-63), a six-time winner on the DP World PGTI, moved to 12-under 128 after an eventful round featuring seven birdies, an eagle and two bogeys. Hossain…
Kolkata, August 13, 2026: Jamal Hossain lead the shortened Coal India Open at Tollygunge Club with a commanding 12-under 128 after a weather-delayed second round. The 41-year-old Bangladeshi golfer, who has six victories on the DP World PGTI, began three shots behind leader Om Prakash Chouhan but moved clear on Thursday. Hossain's standout round included seven birdies, an eagle, and two bogeys.
He credited his excellent driving and two chip-ins on the eighth and 13th holes for his success. Hossain, currently 12th in the DP World PGTI Rankings, expressed his comfort playing at Tollygunge Club, referring to it as his "home course." The tournament's cut was set at one-over 141, allowing 57 professionals to advance to the final round on Friday.
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