Md Nawab wins PGTI Pre-Qualifying I

Md Nawab won the first pre-qualifying stage of the PGTI Qualifying School 2026.

He finished with a score of 143, which is one under par.

The event was held at the Kensville Golf & Country Club in Ahmedabad.

A total of 141 players participated, and the top 27 qualified for the final stage.

Md Nawab had a great performance, with accurate iron shots and good chipping and putting.

He also thanked his brother and mentor, Md Islam, and his friend Om Prakash Chouhan for their support.

Two other players, Aryav Shah and Marvin Kibirige, tied for second place with a score of 144.

The Qualifying School is an important event that determines which players can compete in the PGTI season.

This year, over 450 golfers, including 39 from foreign countries, are participating.

The final stage of the Qualifying School will be held from January 27 to 30, with a prize purse of INR 10 lakh.