Sachin Baisoya Claims First IGPL Tour Victory in Mauritius
Baisoya's Breakthrough Win
Port Louis [Mauritius], April 11: Sachin Baisoya, recognized as a top performer in Indian golf, achieved his first victory on the IGPL Tour at the IGPL Invitational 2026 in Mauritius, an event hosted by tennis star Leander Paes.
The 30-year-old golfer showcased an impressive performance on the back nine, scoring 4-under 32, which contributed to his overall score of 5-under 67, totaling 11-under for the tournament.
Veer Ganapathy, who led overnight, finished at 8-under after a round that included two birdies and two bogeys on the scenic Anahita Golf Course.
This marked the third time 18-year-old Ganapathy ended as runner-up, a result that, while disappointing, indicates his consistent potential for future victories.
After starting the day two shots behind, Baisoya's three-shot victory secured his first IGPL title, following several near misses last season.
The tournament was well-received, with players praising the challenging course and its stunning location in Mauritius.
The local golfing community and business sector warmly welcomed the event, commending Leander Paes for his efforts in bringing it to the island.
Last year's Order of Merit champion, Pukhraj Singh Gill (67), joined Olympian Udayan Mane (68) and multiple IGPL winner Aman Raj (69) in a tie for third place at 5-under. Milind Soni (71) and Shaurya Binu (69) were tied for sixth with a total of 4-under.
Three players—Aryan Roopa Anand (72), Yashas Chandra (69), and Raghav Chugh (69)—finished tied for eighth at 3-under.
A group of six players ended tied for 11th at 2-under, including the top female finisher, Ridhima Dilawari (73), and the leading local player, Pierre Pellegrin (70).
Notably, Gaganjeet Bhullar, an 11-time Asian Tour winner, found his form with a 5-under 67, alongside four-time Asian Tour winner Shiv Kapur (69), Harshjeet Sethie (70), and Indian-American Manav Shah (70).
Pellegrin's performance was particularly impressive; after starting the week with an 8-over 80, he rebounded with an 8-under 64 the following day, marking a remarkable 16-shot improvement before finishing with a 2-under 70.
Baisoya, who has four previous wins on the Indian circuit, has been a strong contender on the IGPL Tour since its launch last September. As a member of the Phoenix Team from Hyderabad, he achieved multiple top-three finishes last season and ranked fourth at the year's end. His victory at the challenging Par-72 Anahita Golf Course in Mauritius marks a significant milestone.
“Winning in India is always special, but securing a title on an international tour adds to the thrill. This course is tough yet beautiful,” Baisoya remarked.
Starting the day two shots behind due to a bogey on the last hole previously, Baisoya quickly gained momentum with early birdies on the first and third holes, while Ganapathy began with a bogey. Baisoya took the lead early on, but Ganapathy responded with birdies on the fifth and sixth holes to regain his advantage, although he faltered with a shot dropped on the eighth.
As they approached the back nine, Ganapathy maintained his lead until Baisoya made a decisive move between the 12th and 16th holes, scoring four birdies in five holes, including three consecutive birdies from the 12th to the 14th, bringing his score to 10-under.
Another birdie on the 16th hole elevated him to 11-under. Despite the lead changing hands several times, Baisoya took command during the critical moments of the back nine, creating a substantial gap. Ganapathy struggled to maintain his momentum, giving back shots despite achieving four birdies throughout the day.