Yes, Jeev Milkha Singh was one of the most successful Indian golfers on the Asian Tour, having won the prestigious Asian Tour Order of Merit in 2006 and 2008. His victory in the Order of Merit marked him as the best-performing golfer on the Asian Tour during those years. Here’s a more detailed breakdown of the Indians who topped the Order of Merit:

1. Jeev Milkha Singh (2006, 2008)

First Indian to win the Order of Merit twice, in 2006 and 2008.

2006 Achievements:

Won three titles on the Asian Tour, including the Citi Pakistan Open and AA (Alfred Dunhill) Open.

This victory solidified his reputation on the international stage and made him one of the top golfers in Asia.

2008 Achievements:

Secured his second Order of Merit title with wins in the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship (European Tour) and Bintan Golf Open.

Became the first Indian golfer to qualify for the European Ryder Cup team in 2006, which was a testament to his elite status in world golf.

2. Jyoti Randhawa (2002)

First Indian to win the Order of Merit in 2002.

2002 Achievements:

Dominated the Asian Tour with consistent performances.

Secured two wins that season, showcasing his potential to be among the top golfers in the region.

Jyoti’s win set a high standard for Indian golfers and established his legacy as one of India’s finest in the sport.

3. Arjun Atwal (2003)

Won the Order of Merit in 2003, becoming the second Indian after Randhawa to achieve this feat.

2003 Achievements:

Secured his first Asian Tour title in the DHL Open.

Consistently finished high in multiple tournaments, which helped him top the Order of Merit rankings.

Atwal’s success helped raise the profile of Indian golf internationally.

4. Anirban Lahiri (2015)

Won the Order of Merit in 2015.

2015 Achievements:

Had a stellar season, including winning the India Golf Championship and the Panasonic Open India.

The win was a result of his consistent top finishes throughout the year.

Lahiri’s success solidified his place as one of India’s most promising golfers and earned him global recognition.

5. Shubhankar Sharma (2018)

Won the Order of Merit in 2018.

2018 Achievements:

Had an impressive breakthrough season, including winning the Maybank Championship and Gulf Open.

Finished as the highest-earning golfer on the Asian Tour for 2018.

Also made history by competing in his first Masters (2018), where he became the fourth Indian to play at Augusta.

Significance of Winning the Order of Merit

Global Recognition: These wins brought Indian golf to the global forefront and showcased the competitive talent emerging from India.

Increased Opportunities: Indian golfers topping the Order of Merit gained invitations to prestigious international events, further enhancing their careers.

Legacy: These achievements created a pathway for the younger generation of Indian golfers to look up to and inspired many to pursue professional golf.

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