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Md Nawab Wins PGTI Qualifying School Pre-Qualifier, 27 Advance

Md Nawab of Patna shot an even-par 72 to win Pre-Qualifying I of the PGTI Qualifying School 2026 with a one-under 143 total. The top 27 players from the field of 141 advanced, with the cut falling at six-over 150. Nawab credited his chipping, putting, and guidance from his brother and a fellow professional for his success. Amateur Aryav Shah and Uganda's Marvin Kibirige finished tied for second at even-par 144.

Key Points: Md Nawab Wins PGTI Q-School Pre-Qualifying I in Ahmedabad

  • Md Nawab wins with 143 total
  • 27 players qualify for Final Stage
  • Amateur Aryav Shah ties for second
  • Uganda's Marvin Kibirige also ties second
  • Cut declared at six-over 150
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Md Nawab wins Pre-Qualifying I, 27 players qualify for final stage

Md Nawab wins PGTI Qualifying School Pre-Qualifying I with a 143 total. 27 players advance to the final stage. Read his victory quote and key details.

"and key details.QUOTE: My chipping and putting stood out over the last two days... My chip-in from the bunker for a birdie on the closing 18th today summed up the week for me. - Md Nawab"

Ahmedabad, January 19

Md Nawab of Patna came up with an even-par 72 in round two to total one-under 143 and thus win Pre-Qualifying I of the PGTI Qualifying School 2026, being played at the in Ahmedabad.Kensville Golf and Country Club

From a total field of 141 in Pre-Qualifying I, the top 27 players qualified for the Final Qualifying Stage as the cut was declared at six-over 150.

Forty-five-year-old seasoned professional Md Nawab (71-72), who was overnight tied second and two shots off the lead, mixed three birdies and three bogeys in round two. After two late bogeys, Nawab managed to finish the round well with a chip-in birdie on the 18th.

Nawab said, "My chipping and putting stood out over the last two days. I was also quite accurate with my iron shots. My chip-in from the bunker for a birdie on the closing 18th today summed up the week for me.

"I would like to credit my elder brother and mentor Md Islam, for helping me improve my game. I also thank my good friend and fellow professional Om Prakash Chouhan for all his insight and guidance that also contributed to my performance here in Ahmedabad."

Amateur Aryav Shah (71-73) and Uganda's Marvin Kibirige (71-73) tied second place at even-par 144.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Great to see an amateur like Aryav Shah holding his own against professionals and tying for second. The future of Indian golf looks bright with such young talent coming through.
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Vikram M
A chip-in birdie on the 18th to win it! That's the stuff of legends. Shows incredible mental strength after those two late bogeys. Kensville is a tough course, so a 1-under total is a solid performance. Hope he carries this form forward.
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Priya S
It's wonderful to see international participation too, with Marvin Kibirige from Uganda performing well. Golf is truly a global sport. Good luck to all 27 qualifiers for the final stage!
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Rohit P
Respectful criticism: While the article covers the winner well, I wish there was a bit more detail on the other Indian qualifiers, especially the younger ones. The journey of these 27 players to the final stage is the real story.
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Karthik V
From a field of 141, only 27 qualify. That's a tough cut! Shows the high standards of the PGTI Q School. Heartbreak for the 114 who missed out, but that's sport. Hard work continues.

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