New Delhi, 07-06-2026

DP World PGTI congratulates Indian golf team for Asian Games 2026; Hails selection of Yuvraj Sandhu, Veer Ahlawat and Saptak Talwar

The DP World Professional Golf Tour of India (DP World PGTI) congratulates Yuvraj Sandhu, Veer Ahlawat and Saptak Talwar on being named in the Indian men’s golf team for the Asian Games 2026, scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.

The DP World PGTI also extends its best wishes to Aditi Ashok, Diksha Dagar and Pranavi Urs, who will represent India in the women’s section.

The Indian Golf Union has named a six-member Indian golf squad for the Asian Games. The men’s team comprises Yuvraj Sandhu, Veer Ahlawat and Saptak Talwar, while the women’s team comprises Aditi Ashok, Diksha Dagar and Pranavi Urs. The selection of the squad is based on the current world ranking.

The golf events at the Asian Games will be played from September 30 to October 3, 2026, at the Kasugai Country Club East Course in Japan.

Yuvraj Sandhu has been one of India’s most consistent professional golfers in recent times and has delivered several strong performances on the DP World PGTI. Yuvraj is a winner of 16 professional titles including one on the international stage. Yuvraj set a new record by winning seven titles on the DP World PGTI in 2025 to emerge Order of Merit champion and earn his card on the DP World Tour for 2026.

Veer Ahlawat, the 2024 DP World PGTI Order of Merit champion, is a winner of six titles. He competed on the DP World Tour in 2025.

Saptak Talwar is a winner of two titles and is the current leader of the 2026 DP World PGTI Order of Merit. Talwar also has a card on the HotelPlanner Tour this season.

Yuvraj, Veer and Saptak, all set to make their first appearance at the Asian Games later this year, have made steady progress on the domestic and international circuits, underlining the growing depth of Indian professional golf.

Shri Kapil Dev, President, DP World PGTI, said, “My best wishes to Yuvraj Sandhu, Veer Ahlawat and Saptak Talwar, along with Aditi Ashok, Diksha Dagar and Pranavi Urs, as they represent India at the Asian Games. I am confident that this talented group has the ability to make the nation proud and bring home medals. The Asian Games is one of the most prestigious sporting platforms in the world, and Indian golfers have enjoyed success at this event in the past. We hope to build on that legacy and continue India's strong performances on the international stage. The entire golfing fraternity stands behind our players, and we wish them every success as they compete for the tricolour.”

Shri Amandeep Johl, CEO, DP World PGTI, said, “Yuvraj, Veer and Saptak have earned this opportunity through consistent performances, resilience and strong competitive temperament. Their selection reflects the strength of the domestic professional pathway created through the DP World PGTI. Our objective is to provide Indian golfers with the right platform, exposure and competitive environment with a mix of domestic and international players to succeed at higher levels. We wish the entire Indian golf team the very best for the Asian Games and hope they return with memorable performances.”

India has a proud legacy in Asian Games golf, having won three gold and three silver medals over the years.

The Indian quartet of Lakshman Singh, Rishi Narain, Amit Luthra and Rajeev Mohta won the team gold at the 1982 Asian Games in New Delhi, while Lakshman Singh also won the individual gold.

Shiv Kapur added to India’s golden legacy with an individual gold medal at the 2002 Busan Asian Games.

India also won team silver medals at the 2006 Doha Asian Games and the 2010 Guangzhou Asian Games.

Aditi Ashok won the silver medal in the women’s individual event at the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games.

With a balanced squad, strong international exposure and encouraging recent form, the Indian golf team will look to build on this legacy and challenge strongly for podium finishes in Japan.