{
  "id": 6607580,
  "title": "Chennai Open 2026: Ajeetesh Sandhu Extends Lead To Three Shots After Bogey-Free 68",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/chennai-open-2026-ajeetesh-sandhu-extends-lead-to-three-shots-after",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-10T15:32:28.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/chennai-open-2026-ajeetesh-sandhu-extends-lead-to-three-shots-after-bogey-free-68"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "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.",
  "summary": "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…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}