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The PGTI NexGen season resumes in Mohali after an 11-year gap, bringing top golfers like Rajesh Kumar Gautam to Forest Hill. The three-day event offers a ₹20 lakh prize purse and intense competition for the Order of Merit lead. Local talents like Ranjit Singh and Karanveer Singha add excitement to the tournament. Forest Hill’s challenging course promises a thrilling return for men’s professional golf in Punjab.

Key Points: PGTI NexGen Golf Returns to Mohali After 11 Years at Forest Hill

  • PGTI NexGen resumes with ₹20 lakh prize purse
  • Rajesh Kumar Gautam leads Order of Merit
  • Tricity golfers Ranjit Singh, Karanveer Singha compete
  • Winner earns 2026 PGTI main tour exemption
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PGTI NexGen season resumes from June 11 at Forest Hill as Mohali returns to men's circuit after 11 years

Rajesh Kumar Gautam leads the PGTI NexGen event in Mohali as men's pro golf returns to Forest Hill after 11 years with a ₹20 lakh prize purse.

"We are delighted to host the PGTI NexGen event, which heralds the return of men’s professional golf to our club after a long gap. – B S Gill, Forest Hill Golf & Country Club"

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, June 10: Top star Rajesh Kumar Gautam of Lucknow, along with local golfers Ranjit Singh, Karanveer Singha, Vasu Sehgal and Kartik Digvijay Singh, will be the main attractions in the fourth event of the 2025 Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) NexGen season, which will be played at the Forest Hill Golf & Country Club in Mohali, Punjab, from June 11 to 13.

The tournament offers a prize purse of Rs 20 lakh and marks the return of men’s professional golf and the PGTI to Mohali after 11 years. The event will be played over three rounds (54 holes) with the cut being applied after two rounds (36 holes). The top 36 players and ties will make the cut for the third and final round.

The tournament features a field of 72 players. The field will feature professionals from the Tricity, such as Ranjit Singh, Karanveer Singha, Vasu Sehgal, and Kartik Digvijay Singh, to name a few.

The PGTI NexGen Order of Merit is currently being led by Rajesh Kumar Gautam of Lucknow, who has the season’s highest earnings of Rs 4,29,600. The winner of this year’s NexGen Order of Merit will earn an exemption on the main tour (PGTI) for the 2026 season.

Amandeep Johl, CEO, PGTI, said, “We are excited to resume the PGTI NexGen season, which has produced some fascinating finishes and three different winners so far. The competition in the Order of Merit race promises to get even more intense over the next two events. We thank Forest Hill Golf & Country Club for partnering with us in staging this event.”

B S Gill, President, Forest Hill Golf & Country Club, said, “We are delighted to host the PGTI NexGen event, which also heralds the return of men’s professional golf to our club after a long gap. We are confident professionals shall be up to the challenges its lakes, ravines, and hills throw at them. Forest Hill Golf & Country Club is a unique venue where golf and the environment dovetail into an unusual experience.”

- IANS

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Amit K.
Great to see golf returning to Mohali after 11 years! Forest Hill is such a beautiful course with its natural challenges. Wishing all players the best, especially our local boys Ranjit Singh and Karanveer Singha. Punjab needs more such sporting events! 🏌️‍♂️
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Priya M.
Rs 20 lakh prize money is decent for NexGen players. Hope this helps young golfers establish themselves. Rajesh Kumar Gautam seems to be in great form this season - could be his tournament to lose! #GolfRising
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Rahul S.
While I appreciate the tournament, I wish PGTI would make tickets more affordable for common fans. Golf still feels like an elite sport in India. More accessibility would help grow the game's popularity.
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Neha T.
The course description sounds amazing! Lakes, ravines and hills - truly a test of skill. Hope we get good TV coverage or at least highlights on YouTube. Indian golf needs more visibility to inspire youngsters.
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Harpreet D.
As a Mohali resident, I'm so proud to host this event! Forest Hill is our jewel. Hope this becomes regular feature in PGTI calendar. Maybe next time they can include some junior exhibition matches to motivate local kids.
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Vikram J.
The NexGen tour is doing important work developing future stars. But I wonder - why such long gaps between events? More consistent schedule would help players maintain momentum. Still, chalo, better late than never!

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