Yogya Bhalla & Rakshit Dahiya win the DGC Championships for Girls and Boys, respectively, at the 16th DGC Junior/Sub-Junior Tournament 2026,presented by Usha
New Delhi: The 16th edition of the DGC Junior/Sub-Junior Golf Tournament 2026, presented by Usha, concluded at the iconic Delhi Golf Club (DGC) today. Despite the rain playing spoilsport on Day 2, the prestigious WAGR tournament witnessed the sportsman spirit of over 162 young golfers, aged 7 years to 21 years, as they took to the Lodhi and Peacock courses to showcase their talent and tenacity.
Despite inclement weather across all three days, the tournament was keenly contested, with young golfers showcasing remarkable skill and resilience. Special prizes recognised standout performances, with both champions, Rakshit Dahiya and Yogya Bhalla, also claiming the Longest Drive awards. Vir Daulat Singh, Jyoti Mandal and Vansh Tyagi were felicitated for the Straightest Drive, while spectators were treated to a spectacular hole-in-one (on the 7th hole) by Aftab Bakshi on the second day of the tournament. The event concluded with prize presentations across multiple categories, celebrating the outstanding achievements of the participants in an atmosphere of excitement and camaraderie.
This year’s tournament witnessed participation from some of India’s most promising young golfers, with many who are already making their mark on the international circuit. The tournament also reflects the growing popularity for the game of golf – from 90 entries in 2023 to over 162 participants this year.
Speaking at the award ceremony Mrs Sonaal Chaudhri, Lady Captain at DGC, said, “The passion, energy, and sportsmanship displayed by the participants this year has been truly uplifting. Usha’s continued support plays a key role in shaping the landscape of golf in India. It is especially encouraging to see the tournament becoming more inclusive each year, providing a platform for talented golfers from diverse backgrounds, including specially abled and underprivileged players, with participants as young as seven years old. This reflects the bright future of the sport in our country. I would also like to thank the Delhi Golf Club for its unwavering support in making this tournament a reality and for opening its doors to both member and non-member golfers”
Komal Mehra, Head of Sports Initiatives and Associations, said, “Tournaments like this continue to celebrate the rising calibre of golf in India. By supporting such platforms, we remain committed to enhancing the sporting landscape through young athletes to pursue their aspirations to play and spread the culture of healthy and active living. Congratulations to all the participants for their inspiring performances and dedication to the game.”
For over three decades, Usha has championed the growth of golf in India through its partnership with DGC. Beyond golf, the brand actively promotes a wide range of inclusive sporting initiatives. USHA proudly supports sporting associations such as Mumbai Indians and extends its efforts to Ultimate Flying Disc, cricket for differently abled athletes, and athletics for the visually impaired. Its portfolio also includes promoting indigenous Indian sports like Mallakhamb, Kalari, Chhinj, Thang-Ta, Saz-Loung, Gatka, and many more, underscoring the brand’s commitment to fostering inclusive and diverse sporting culture across the country.
Spot Prizes
| PEACOCK COURSE | |
| Straightest Drive – Hole no. 8 (Wed 8th July) | Boy – Vir Daulat Singh ‘C’ – 2 Inches Girl – Jyoti Mandal ‘D’ – Online |
| LODHI COURSE | |
| Longest Drive – Hole no. 14 (Tue 7th July) | Boy – Overall – Rakshit Dahiya 285 Category ‘B’ – Ayan Khan Girl – Yogya Bhalla 255 |
| Straightest Drive – Hole no. 9 (Wed 8th July) | Boy – Vansh Tyagi on the line |
| Hole-in-One on Hole no. 7 | Aftab Bakshi |
Main Prizes
| Prize Winners (Girls) | ||||
| Category ‘SPL A’ – Girls | Winner | Jia Kataria | R-up | Preitisha Gill |
| Category ‘A’ – Girls | Winner | Yogya Bhalla | R-up | Ayesha Gupta |
| Category ‘B’ – Girls | Winner | Anushka Gupta | R-up | Dalisha Chaitry |
| Category ‘C’ – Girls | Winner | Aradhaya Rawat | R-up | Gairat Kaur Khelon |
| Category ‘D’ – Girls | Winner | Arya Ganguly | R-up | Naaysha S. Sinha |
| DGC Championship – Girls | Winner | Yogya Bhalla | ||
| Prize Winners (Boys) | ||||
| Category ‘SPL A’ – Boys | Winner | Rakshit Dahiya | R-up | Naveen Rathi |
| Category ‘A’ – Boys | Winner | Anas Khan | R-up | Ranvir Mitroo |
| Category ‘B’ – Boys | Winner | Sakshit Pureander | R-up | Chaitanya Pandey |
| Category ‘C’ – Boys | Winner | Shan Alvi | R-up Special Prize | Siddhant Sharma Mohd. Rehan ‘C’ |
| Category ‘D’ – Boys | Winner | Lakshit Deswal | R-up Special Prize | Zowra Veer Sikand Aryan Mittal ‘D’ |
| DGC Championship – Boys | Winner | Rakshit Dahiya | ||
| Special Prize for DGC Staff / Caddy Children | Winner | Anas Khan – Lodhi Course Shan Alvi – Peacock Course |
