Aditi Ashok Shines in PIF Saudi Ladies International Amidst Global Contenders

Aditi Ashok was the only Indian to clear the cut in the PIF Saudi Ladies International, finishing T-33. Thailand's Jeeno Thitikul leads at 13-under-par, while England’s Annabel Fuller and Korea’s Somi Lee follow closely. Team Somi Lee clinched the team victory at 34-under-par.

Aditi Ashok distinguished herself as the only Indian competitor to make the cut at the PIF Saudi Ladies International held at the Riyadh Golf Club. With a consistent performance, Ashok carded an even-par 72 in the penultimate round, maintaining a 3-under for 36 holes and positioning herself within the T-33, among the top 60 advancing to the final round.

Other Indian golfers like Pranavi Urs and Diksha Dagar saw early exits, with Urs finishing 1-under and Dagar departing alongside Tvesa Malik. Thailand's Jeeno Thitikul, however, surged ahead with a spectacular 8-under 64, topping the leaderboard at 13-under-par. Her impressive gameplay included a string of birdies, cementing a three-shot lead as she approaches the final day.

Annabel Fuller from England and Korea’s Somi Lee claimed the second position at 10-under-par. Meanwhile, Switzerland’s Chiara Tamburlini and Austria’s Emma’s Spitz tied for fourth at nine-under-par. Team Somi Lee triumphed in the team event, securing a two-stroke victory with a total of 34-under-par, while Team Kyriacou came close on 32-under-par.