Amardeep Malik's Putter Propels Him to Lead at India Open

Amardeep Malik surged ahead in the India Open with a stunning seven-under 65, totaling 10-under 134. His hot putter was pivotal, sinking numerous long-range birdies. Angad Cheema follows at eight-under 136, and Shaurya Bhattacharya at seven-under 137. Fifty-four players made the cut at five-over 149.

Amardeep Malik seized the lead at the India Open with a remarkable seven-under 65, finishing with a ten-under 134 at the Kensville Golf & Country Club.

Leveraging a red-hot putter, Malik, a resident of Noida, mastered the challenging greens to edge two strokes ahead of Angad Cheema, who is at eight-under 136.

Shaurya Bhattacharya remains in contention at seven-under 137. With a halfway cut of five-over 149, 54 players continue. Malik recently returned to the course after a break for fatherhood, showcasing extraordinary form in his comeback event.

(With inputs from agencies.)