In November 2016, Aditi Ashok etched her name in the history books by becoming the first Indian golfer to win the Ladies Indian Open, a prestigious event on the Ladies European Tour (LET). Here’s a detailed account. Hero Women’s Indian Open 2016. DLF Golf and Country Club, Gurgaon, India.November 2016. Ladies European Tour (LET).
Aditi secured a one-shot victory with a final score of 3-under-par 213 over three rounds. The win came after a tense final round where Aditi held her nerve to outperform a competitive international field. Her consistent performance across all three rounds highlighted her skill and composure, especially under pressure. She earned US $60,000, which was a career-high for her at the time and a significant milestone in Indian women’s golf.
Aditi became the first Indian golfer (male or female) to win a Ladies European Tour event, breaking new ground for Indian golf. Her victory inspired countless young Indian golfers, particularly women, to pursue the sport at a professional level.
The win brought global attention to Indian golf and established Aditi as a rising star on the international stage. Following this win, Aditi’s career soared. She continued to achieve success on the LET and gained significant attention for her performance at the 2016 Rio Olympics. She also won the 2016 LET Rookie of the Year Award, solidifying her position as one of the most promising talents in women’s golf.
