Golf: Saptak Talwar slips to T-48 in Girona

IANS May 11, 2025 160 views

Indian golfer Saptak Talwar experienced a challenging third round at the Challenge de Espana in Girona, slipping down the leaderboard with a 2-over 73. Clement Charmasson from France is currently leading the tournament with a one-stroke advantage heading into the final day. Talwar, who was tied 11th after the second round, now finds himself in 48th place at 5-under par. The tournament at Fontanals Golf Club features a competitive international field with players from multiple countries vying for the title.

"In just his fifth start on the HotelPlanner Tour" - Tournament Commentary
Girona, May 11: Saptak Talwar had a none-too-good 2-over 73 and slipped down the leaderboard in the third round of the Challenge de Espana at Fontanals Golf Club. Lying T-11 after the second round with 69-66, he shot 73 and at 5-under, he was tied 48th with one round to go.

Key Points

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Talwar shoots 2-over 73 after promising start

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Clement Charmasson leads with one-stroke advantage

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Challenging day for Indian golfer on Fontanals Golf Club course

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Multiple international players compete in tournament

Talwar, playing his first full season on the HotelPlanner Tour, had three bogeys and one birdie after starting on the 10th.

Clement Charmasson will take a one-stroke lead into the final day of the Challenge de Espana at Fontanals Golf Club, as he closes in on securing a maiden HotelPlanner Tour title.

The Frenchman signed for a five under par round of 66 on a low-scoring day in Girona to reach 15 under par for the week, one shot clear of Scotsman Euan Walker, who occupies solo second on 14 under.

The 26-year-old Charmasson, who earned promotion from the Pro Golf Tour in 2024, will now tee it up in the final group on Sunday, in just his fifth start on the HotelPlanner Tour. Charmasson is targeting a breakthrough win.

Swiss Benjamin Rusch fired a six under par round of 65 to climb into a share of third place on 12 under par alongside overnight leader Luis Masaveu, with Finn Kim Koivu’s round of 64 putting him in fifth place alongside Sweden’s Oliver Gillberg on 11 under.

Five players are a further shot back in seventh on ten under par, including Victor Sidal Svendsen and Jeppe Kristian Andersen from Denmark, Spaniard Joseba Torres, Welshman Jack Davidson and Englishman Tom Shadbolt.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Tough day for Saptak but he's still learning on this tour. Remember how Shubhankar Sharma struggled initially before breaking through? Hope he bounces back tomorrow! 🇮🇳🏌️‍♂️
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Priya M.
Golf needs more Indian representation at international level. We should have training programs like China does - they've produced so many top players recently. Saptak's journey is important for future talents!
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Arjun S.
That 73 must be disappointing after two solid rounds. But golf is a mental game - hope he regains focus for the final day. At least he's gaining valuable experience on the European circuit.
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Neha P.
Interesting to see players from so many countries competing! The French leader, Scottish challenger, Swiss climbing up... golf truly is global. Hope Saptak can finish strong and make India proud.
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Vikram D.
The pressure must be immense for Charmasson - leading for the first time. Saptak should play freely tomorrow without scoreboard pressure. Sometimes that's when magic happens!

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