Chennai Open 2026: Ajeetesh Sandhu Extends Lead To Three Shots After Bogey-Free 68
Chennai, September 10, 2026: Ajeetesh Sandhu fired a bogey-free four-under 68 to extend his lead to three shots after the third round of the INR 1 crore Chennai Open 2026 Powered by Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL), at the TNGF Cosmo Golf Course. The 37-year-old Chandigarh golfer (65-66-68), who began the day with a two-stroke advantage, posted an error-free round consisting of four…
Chennai, September 10, 2026 - Ajeetesh Sandhu posted a bogey-free four-under 68 in the third round of the Chennai Open 2026, extending his lead to three shots. The 37-year-old, a five-time DP World PGTI winner and former Asian Tour champion, now stands at 17-under 199 heading into the final round. Viraj Madappa of Kolkata shot a nine-under 63, climbing from tied 11th to second at 14-under 202.
Czech Republic's Stepan Danek slipped from second to third at 13-under 203 after his round of 70. Chandigarh's Jairaj Singh Sandhu and Noida's Amardeep Malik share fourth place at 12-under 204. Sandhu, a five-time DP World PGTI winner, handled the pressure of leading well, focusing on the next shot and avoiding distractions. He expects a strong final-round challenge, noting the presence of several skilled players and ample birdie opportunities.
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