Shannon Tan Wins Hero Women’s Indian Open Amid Visa Challenges

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Singaporean golfer Shannon Tan clinched her third title at the Hero Women’s Indian Open, overcoming visa issues that nearly prevented her participation. After securing her visa just days before the tournament, Tan displayed remarkable resilience with rounds of 68, 73, and 73, finishing with a final round of 67 for a total score of -7. This victory not only adds to her impressive record on the Ladies European Tour but also propels her to the top of the LET Order of Merit.

Shannon Tan Triumphs at Hero Women’s Indian Open After Visa Hurdles

In a sensational twist of events, Singaporean golfer Shannon Tan has claimed her third title on the Ladies European Tour (LET) at the Hero Women’s Indian Open held on October 12, 2025. This momentous victory was far from a walk in the park, as Tan faced significant challenges just getting to the tournament.

A Troubling Start

Before she even teed off, Tan was already battling against the clock, wrestling with visa delays that threatened her participation. After frantic days of waiting, she finally got her visa sorted out, arriving in India only on October 7, just two short days before the tournament kicked off on October 9. Talk about cutting it close!

The Road to Victory

Despite the hiccups, Tan showed remarkable resilience. She performed admirably throughout the tournament, with solid rounds of 68, 73, and 73 leading up to the highly anticipated final round. By the end of the event, her performance shone brightly as she finished strong with a final round of 67, bringing her total score to 281, which is an impressive -7 overall. This gave her a thrilling victory by just a single stroke.

Close Competitors

It was a nail-biting finish as Tan outperformed England’s Alice Hewson, who had been the leader for a considerable stretch of the final round. Hewson’s final score of 72 put her in second place, while India’s Hitaashee Bakshi, who started the final day in the lead, stumbled to a score of 76, ultimately placing her third, just two shots back from Tan.

Champion’s Momentum

This win is notably significant as it marks Tan’s second victory of the 2025 LET season, following her earlier triumph at the Amundi German Masters. Over the year, she has also racked up six other impressive top-10 finishes, showcasing her consistent performance on the tour. This latest victory has propelled her from a solid second position to the very top of the LET Order of Merit (OOM), a coveted ranking that tracks players’ performances throughout the season.

Looking Ahead

The Order of Merit is important because it determines exemptions for players into the finals of the LPGA Q-Series. Tan began the season with a bang, finishing third at the Lalla Meryem Cup in Morocco. Throughout various tournaments this year, she has also placed second at the Jabra Ladies Open, tied-sixth at the Tenerife Women’s Open, and tied-10th at the Hulencourt Women’s Open. Not to mention, she managed strong fourth-place finishes at both the Aramco Houston Championship and the La Sella Open.

Major Performances

Her reliability shone through even in major tournaments, as she made the cut at both the Evian Championship and the British Women’s Open, finishing tied-59th and joint-40th respectively. With three LET events still remaining in the season, Tan is looking to keep the winning train rolling.

Grateful and Focused

As she moves forward, Tan has expressed her appreciation for the unwavering support she receives from friends and fellow competitors along her journey. With each round, she demonstrates the kind of skill and determination that could very well see her continue to dominate in the weeks ahead. All eyes will be on Tan as she aims to build on this momentum and finish the season strong!

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