Diksha Dagar Shines at MCB Ladies Classic in Mauritius

Diksha Dagar delivered an outstanding performance at the MCB Ladies Classic in Mauritius, securing a tie for fourth place with a total score of 7-under-par. Alongside her, Hitaashee Bakshi and Tvesa Malik also advanced to the final round, showcasing the strength of Indian golfers. The competition remains fierce, with several players closely trailing the leaders. As the final round approaches, the excitement builds for a thrilling conclusion to the tournament.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 3, 2026, 17:18 IST

Diksha Dagar's Stellar Performance

Diksha Dagar from India showcased her exceptional skills at the MCB Ladies Classic in Mauritius, maintaining her position as a strong contender. The two-time Ladies European Tour champion began with a solid opening round of 68, followed by an impressive 3-under 69, bringing her total to 7-under-par after two rounds. This flawless performance has placed her in a tie for fourth, just two strokes behind the leaders: Denmark's Smilla Tarning Soenderby, Germany's Celina Sattelkau, and South Africa's Casandra Alexander, all at 9-under-par.

Three Indian Golfers Advance

Among the four Indian participants, three have successfully made it past the cut. In addition to Dagar, Hitaashee Bakshi and Tvesa Malik will also compete in the final round. Bakshi, with rounds of 71 and 69, is tied for 19th place, while Malik, who scored 70 and 71, is tied for 26th. Unfortunately, Vani Kapoor did not qualify after rounds of 78 and 77.

Dagar's Resurgence

Dagar's recent performances suggest she is regaining her top form. After finishing tied for 37th at the Women's South African Open and missing two previous cuts, she seems to be finding her rhythm just in time for the upcoming Women's Indian Open. Her second round featured birdies on the sixth, tenth, and twelfth holes, showcasing her precision and control.

Bakshi's round included five birdies, highlighted by a streak of three consecutive birdies early on. However, she lost some momentum with dropped shots on the 12th and 13th holes. Malik, competing through her Sunshine Ladies Tour membership, managed three birdies but also faced two bogeys during her round.

Overview of the Leaders

Among the leaders, Soenderby had a strong start, going 6-under on the front nine but faced challenges on the back nine, finishing with a score of 69. Sattelkau improved on her first-round score of 68 with an impressive 67, featuring five birdies. Alexander also carded a 67, compensating for a double bogey with seven birdies to join the top of the leaderboard.

Exciting Conclusion Ahead

The competition is heating up with a tightly contested leaderboard. Seven players, including Dagar, are just two shots behind the leaders at 7-under-par. A total of 75 players made the cut at +1, with 18 golfers within four shots of the lead as they head into the final round. The stage is set for an exhilarating finish in Mauritius as Dagar and her fellow competitors strive to close the gap and vie for the title.