Akshay Sharma Dominates Opening Day with Blistering Performance at Chennai Open
Akshay Sharma from Chandigarh shone on the first day of the Chennai Open with a remarkable nine-under 63. He led by three strokes, thanks to an eagle and seven birdies. The round was affected by rain delays, leaving 24 players to complete the first round the next day.
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Chandigarh's Akshay Sharma took the opening day honours with his stunning nine-under 63 at the Chennai Open, a distinguished Rs 1 crore event held at the Cosmo TNGF Golf Course. The 35-year-old claimed a commendable three-stroke lead as the clubhouse leader with a flawless performance characterized by a closing-hole eagle and seven impressive birdies.
Meanwhile, Delhi's Arjun Prasad, currently second on the PGTI Order of Merit, tied for second in the clubhouse at six-under 66 alongside Gurugram's Manu Gandas. The day's play, delayed by rain, eventually began at 8:00 am local time, with a suspension at 6:10 pm due to fading light. Consequently, 24 players are set to complete their first round at 7:00 am Wednesday.
Akshay's round began with a spectacular series of birdies across the first four holes, effectively using irons and wedges. His short-game prowess shone through as he added more birdies until the 14th hole, capped off by a 42-foot eagle on the 18th. Manu Gandas also excelled, registering early birdies, while Arjun Prasad combined seven birdies and a bogey to share the second spot.
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