The list of Indian golfers who have succeeded on international tours highlights the growing prominence of Indian golf on the global stage. So far, 25 Indians have won 87 international titles across various golf tours. Here’s a closer look at the top performers on this list:
Top Indian Golfers with International Titles:
1. Jeev Milkha Singh (13 Titles)
Jeev Milkha Singh is India’s most successful golfer in terms of international victories. His 13 international titles span across prestigious events in both the European Tour and Asian Tour.
Notable Wins:
2006 Volvo Masters (Spain)
2008 European Open (London)
2009 Scottish Open
Jeev’s consistent success on the European Tour and his victories in international events have made him one of the most respected golfers from India.
2. Arjun Atwal (10 Titles)
Arjun Atwal, the first Indian golfer to qualify for the PGA Tour and win a title on the U.S. PGA Tour (2008 Wyndham Championship), has 10 international wins to his name.
Notable Wins:
2001 Caltex Singapore Open
2003 Carlsberg Malaysian Open
2005 European Tour’s Mauritius Open
His victories, particularly on the Asian Tour and European Tour, have cemented his legacy as one of the most influential Indian golfers of his time.
3. Jyoti Randhawa (9 Titles)
Jyoti Randhawa has been one of India’s top golfers for several decades, with 9 international victories in his career, primarily on the Asian Tour.
Notable Wins:
2002 Asian Tour Order of Merit Title
2004 and 2008 Johnnie Walker Classic
2002 Volvo Masters of Asia
Randhawa’s consistent performances made him a household name in Indian golf, and he continues to be a key figure in promoting the sport.
4. Gaganjeet Bhullar (9 Titles)
Gaganjeet Bhullar is another prominent Indian golfer who has won 9 international titles. His victories are spread across Asian Tour and European Tour events.
Notable Wins:
2013 Indonesian Masters
2018 Macau Open
2018 Fiji International
Bhullar has been a consistent performer, and his success in Asia has helped elevate his profile on the international golfing stage.
Other Notable Indian Golfers with International Wins:
In addition to these four, several other Indian golfers have achieved success on international tours:
Anirban Lahiri: With wins on the European Tour, he is one of India’s most prominent golfers today.
Shiv Kapur: Known for his strong performances in European and Asian tournaments.
S.S.P. Chawrasia: Famous for his consistent play on the European Tour, particularly winning the 2016 European Tour events.
Impact of These Wins:
The success of these golfers has not only made them Indian sports icons but also helped put Indian golf on the global map.
The number of titles won by these golfers has contributed significantly to India’s reputation in the sport and inspired many young athletes to pursue golf professionally.
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