
The current Ladies European Tour Order of Merit leader, Chiara Tamburlini of Switzerland, heads a strong field for Hero Women’s Indian Open 2024, which will be held from October 24-27 at the DLF Golf and Country Club in Gurugram.
The region's premier event, offering a total purse of US$ 400,000, will witness the return of nine players who secured spots within the Top 10 during the 2023 edition.
The international field will face a formidable challenge from the strong Indian contingent, comprising Diksha Dagar, who secured third place last year, and Gaurika Bishnoi, who finished eighth. The three former champions in the field are Christine Wolf (2019), Camille Chevalier (2017) and Caroline Hedwall (2011).
The field is further bolstered by the participation of several notable players, including Trichat Cheenglab of Thailand, the winner of the 2023 Order of Merit. Another former OOM winner, Lee Anne Pace of South Africa, who claimed the LET top spot in 2010, will also be competing. Additionally, the 2010 winner, Caroline Hedwall, who received the honour of Players Player of the Year in 2011, will be present.
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Swiss golfer Tamburlini is making waves in the world of golf as an exciting prospect. During her rookie year, she achieved remarkable individual success claiming two victories: Joburg Ladies Open in April and the Lacoste Open de France just two weeks ago. Most recently, Tamburlini showcased her leadership skills as she guided her team to victory at the Aramco Team Series Shenzhen, securing the team honours.
The Hero Women’s Indian Open, established in 2007, anticipates a formidable challenge from Indian participants who aim to capitalize on their remarkable performance in the 2023 edition, where three Indian golfers secured positions within the top 10.
Among the top ten Indian finishers in 2023, Diksha, a two-time winner on LET, and Gaurika Bishnoi, a multiple winner on the Hero WPG Tour in India, are notable. Additionally, amateur Avani Prashanth, who tied for fifth place last year, also made the list.
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