Mari Muthu R Takes Sole Lead in PGTI NEXGEN Golf Event

In the PGTI NEXGEN event at Forest Hill Golf and Country Club, Bengaluru's Mari Muthu R claimed the sole lead with a total score of three-under 125. Umed Kumar fell to second, while Bangladesh's Md Razu secured third. Mari Muthu aims for his first professional title as the competition progresses.

At the PGTI NEXGEN event in Punjab, Bengaluru's Mari Muthu R has claimed the sole lead on the leaderboard. With an even-par 64 on day two at the Forest Hill Golf and Country Club, Mari Muthu's total score now stands at three-under 125, placing him ahead in his pursuit of a maiden professional victory.

Chandigarh's Umed Kumar, initially a joint leader, has slipped to second place. Making his professional debut, Umed's second round of two-over 66 brought his total to one-under 127. Meanwhile, Md Razu of Bangladesh stands third with a total of two-over 130 at the par-64 course.

Despite a challenging start, Mari Muthu's performance improved dramatically over the final six holes, thanks to excellent wedge-play. With 41 professionals surviving the 10-over 138 cut, Mari Muthu expressed confidence ahead of the final round, despite struggling initially with challenging winds and putting.