Khalin Joshi leads by six shots at Bengaluru Open 2026

Khalin Joshi has extended his lead to six shots at the halfway stage of the Bengaluru Open 2026. Playing at his home course, the Karnataka Golf Association, Joshi recorded a four-under 68 in the second round following a career-best 11-under 61 in the opening round. He currently sits at 15-under 129.

Local 18-year-old Manoj S. holds second place at nine-under 135. Four players, including Manu Gandas, Saptak Talwar, Shaurya Bhattacharya, and Veer Ahlawat, are tied for third at seven-under 137. The tournament features a prize pool of INR 1 crore.

The halfway cut was set at one-over 145, with 52 players advancing to the final two rounds.