NEW DELHI, May 20: Indian-American golfer Manav Shah scripted a milestone moment for the IGPL after securing a place in the 2026 US Open, becoming the first player from the league to qualify for a major championship since the tour's launch last year.

Shah sealed his spot through the demanding 36-hole final qualifying event at Dallas Athletic Club, where he produced rounds of 66 and 71 to finish at five-under-par and claim fourth place overall.The finish earned him one of the coveted berths for the season's third major, which will be played at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.
The 33-year-old has been one of the standout performers on the IGPL circuit this season, collecting three top-seven finishes and another tied-11 result in just four starts in 2026.
His consistency in IGPL has coincided with appearances on the Asian Development Tour and the Asian Tour, where he has continued to sharpen his game against international fields. (PTI)