Veer Ahlawat Eyes Top-10 Finish at Kolon Korea Open Amidst Fierce Competition

Indian golfer Veer Ahlawat managed to recover in the final stages of the round, finishing with a score of 1-over 72 to secure a tied 11th place in the Kolon Korea Open. With a chance to land in the top 10, he aims to finish strong on Sunday, amid fierce competition.

Indian golfer Veer Ahlawat managed a commendable comeback during the latter stages of the round, scoring 1-over 72 to settle for a tied 11th place in the Kolon Korea Open on Saturday.

Sitting at 1-over 214 on the Par-71 Woo Jeong Hills Country Club, Ahlawat remains in contention for a coveted top-10 finish. Meanwhile, compatriot Rashid Khan struggled, ending the day tied for 65th with a dismal score of 84.

In an eventful round, Ahlawat initially shone with an early birdie but was later challenged by four bogeys between the seventh and twelfth holes. However, he demonstrated resilience by securing birdies on the 15th and 16th holes.

The competition remained fierce, with Korean golfer Younghan Song delivering the day's best performance with a four-under-par 67, leading by one stroke over compatriot and overnight leader Kang Kyungnam and 2022 champion Minkyu Kim.

Song, primarily known for his appearances on the Japan Golf Tour, displayed remarkable consistency, making four birdies without dropping a single shot. International players like Filipino Miguel Tabuena and Taichi Kho from Hong Kong, both tied for seventh, also have a chance to make an impact on Sunday. Tabuena hit a 68, and Kho shot a 71. England's Steve Lewton remains in the mix, one stroke back after carding a 73.

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