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Jhared Hack Leads PGTI Qualifying School by Three Shots After Round Two

American golfer Jhared Hack shot a second consecutive 70 to take a three-shot lead after the second round of the PGTI Qualifying School's final stage. He is at four-under 140, ahead of Shubham Jaglan and Sawai Hamendra Singh Bhati, who are tied for second. The halfway cut was applied at 11-over 155, with 82 players from the field of 131 advancing. The top 47 finishers after the fourth round will secure full playing rights for the 2026 PGTI season.

Key Points: PGTI Q-School: Jhared Hack Leads, Cut Made at Kensville

  • Jhared Hack leads at 4-under
  • Shubham Jaglan tied second
  • 82 players make the cut
  • Top 47 earn 2026 tour cards
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PGTI School: Jhared Hack builds three-shot lead on day two of final qualifying stage

American Jhared Hack builds a three-shot lead at PGTI Qualifying School 2026. Shubham Jaglan, Sawai Bhati in pursuit. Top 82 make cut.

"I stayed patient despite the early reverses and that helped me come up with some quality shots. - Jhared Hack"

Ahmedabad, Jan 28

American Jhared Hack, who had won Pre-Qualifying III last week, shot a second straight two-under 70 to move his total to four-under 140 and build a three-shot lead on day two of the final qualifying stage of the PGTI Qualifying School 2026 being played at the Kensville Golf & Country Club in Ahmedabad.

Shubham Jaglan, a two-time runner-up on the PGTI last season, came up with a 71 in round two to end the day in tied second position at one-under 143 along with Sawai Hamendra Singh Bhati (71).

The halfway cut went at 11-over 155. Out of a field of 131, the top 82 players including 16 amateurs and 14 foreign players made the cut.

American Jhared Hack (70-70), who was overnight tied second and two shots off the lead, came up with five birdies and three bogeys on Wednesday. Jhared scored birdies on all the four Par-5s thanks to his solid wedge-play. He also produced a terrific approach shot on the fourth that led to a birdie.

Hack said, "I had a shaky start today as I missed some short putts early on. However, I played some solid golf thereafter. Importantly, I stayed patient despite the early reverses and that helped me come up with some quality shots as I hit a lot of fairways. Tee to green was quite stress-free for me in the later stages of the round."

While Rohit Baisoya occupies fourth place at even-par 144, sixteen-year-old Kartik Singh, seventeen-year-old amateur Pritish Singh Karayat and Joysurjo Dey are in tied fifth place at one-over 145.

At the end of round four, the top 47 players will earn their full cards for the 2026 PGTI season.

- IANS

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Sarah B
Jhared Hack seems to have a very mature game for Q-School. Staying patient after a shaky start is key. His wedge play on the par-5s was the difference. Interesting to see so many amateurs and foreign players made the cut—shows the field's depth.
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Ananya R
So proud to see Kensville hosting this! Ahmedabad representing on the golf map. 🏌️‍♂️ The cut at 11-over seems generous though? Or is the course playing really tough? Would love more details on the conditions.
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Vikram M
The pressure in these Q-School events is immense. Only 47 cards for 2026! Every shot counts. Respect to Hack for handling it, but let's go Indian contingent! Shubham, Rohit Baisoya—bring it home in the next two rounds.
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Priya S
Wonderful to see teenagers like Kartik Singh and Pritish Singh Karayat competing at this level. They are the future. Hope the federation continues to support young talent. The mix of experience and youth is what makes sports exciting!
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Michael C
Solid reporting. Hack's comment about "tee to green was quite stress-free" is a classic golfer's humble brag when they're leading! Jokes aside, it's a good lesson in mental game. The back nine on the weekend will be the real test.

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