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Yadav & Hussain Share Lead at IGU Telangana Amateur Golf Championship

Deepak Yadav and Gulfam Hussain, both Railways employees, share the lead at seven-under after the third round of the IGU Telangana Amateur Golf Championship. Yadav fired a second consecutive 67, while Hussain carded a 69 to stay atop the leaderboard. Early leader Krish Chawla struggled in the heat, shooting a 74 to fall into a tie for fifth. The duo of Ranveer Mitroo and Anshul Mishra are just one shot back heading into the final round.

Key Points: IGU Telangana Amateur Golf: Yadav, Hussain in Joint Lead

  • Deepak Yadav & Gulfam Hussain tied for lead
  • Heat affects scores on third day
  • Krish Chawla slips after a 74
  • Players seeking first amateur wins
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IGU Telangana Amateur Golf Championship: Yadav, Hussain in joint lead

Deepak Yadav and Gulfam Hussain share the lead after three rounds at the Hyderabad Golf Club. Krish Chawla slips after a tough day in the heat.

"made light of the hot weather conditions to share the lead - Report"

Hyderabad, April 17

The excessive summer heat seemed to take a toll as only five golfers returned sub-par rounds on the third day of the IGU Telangana Amateur Golf Championship at the Hyderabad Golf Club.

However, Deepak Yadav and Gulfam Hussain, both employed with the Railways and roommates this week, made light of the hot weather conditions to share the lead with a cumulative three-day score of seven-under 203. Yadav shot a second straight three-under 67, while Hussian managed a 69 for a one-shot lead.

The duo of Ranveer Mitroo (69) and Anshul Mishra (71) were tied third at six-under 204. Chandigarh's Krish Chawla, who led on the first two days, suffered a meltdown in the heat, shooting an uncharacteristic four-over 74 to slip to tied fifth spot with Shamit Dakhane (70).

Yadav, the Order of Merit leader still searching for his maiden amateur win, excelled with his ball striking and was spot-on with his approaches. He chipped to within five feet with his second shot on the fifth for his first birdie. He picked up another shot on the next hole.

The 24-year-old sank a 20-footer on the eighth to go to three-under. Yadav didn't let up steam after the turn, nailing his sand wedge tee shot to four feet for another birdie. His lone blemish came on the par-16th hole, where he three-putted from 20 feet.

Hussain's lone bogey also came on a par-3. He left his 5-iron tee shot short on the 230-yard fourth hole. He chipped 11 feet past the pin and missed the downhill par putt on the lightning-quick green.

The Panchkula golfer made amends for that blip with a birdie on the seventh, where he missed a hole-in-one. His other birdie came on the 12th hole. Like his roommate, Hussain is looking to end his jinx on the amateur tour.

Leading scores (after 54 holes): 203: Deepak Yadav (Del, 69, 67, 67), Gulfam Hussain (Har, 66, 68, 69); 204: Ranveer Mitroo (Del, 66, 69, 69), Anshul Mishra (WB, 70, 63, 71); 206: Shamit Dakhane (Mah, 67, 69, 70), Krish Chawla (65, 67, 74); 208: Arkin Patel (Mah, 71, 71, 66).

- ANI

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Sarah B
The heat factor is really telling in those scores. Poor Krish Chawla had a complete meltdown after leading for two days. Shows how much of a mental game golf is, especially in our Indian summers. Staying hydrated is key!
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Priya S
Wow, only five sub-par rounds in that heat? Hyderabad Golf Club is no joke in April. Hats off to all the players. Yadav's consistency is impressive - back-to-back 67s! Rooting for him to get that first win. 🏌️‍♂️
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Rohit P
Interesting that the two leaders are roommates this week. Must be a good, competitive vibe between them. Hope the final round is a classic duel. Also, good to see talent from Harayana, Delhi, West Bengal, Maharashtra... a proper national championship.
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Michael C
Respectfully, while the coverage is good, I wish articles like this gave a bit more context for casual fans. What does "Order of Merit leader" mean in amateur golf? How significant is this tournament? A little background would help grow the sport's following.
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Kavya N
The detail about the 230-yard par-3 with lightning-quick greens... sounds brutal! Golf in India is getting more competitive. These amateurs are the future. Need more corporate sponsorship for them. All the best for the final round!

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