At the Hero Indian Open 2025, Spanish golfer Eugenio Chacarra made history by becoming the first Spaniard to win this coveted title.
In spite of tremendous strain and challenging conditions, Chacarra prevailed by narrowly defeating Keita Nakajima of Japan in the final round.
Let’s look at some of the highlights of an extraordinary week at the DLF Golf and Country Club, where Chacarra’s composure and perseverance produced a memorable victory.
Eugenio Chacarra Makes History at Indian Open 2025
Eugenio Chacarra became the first Spanish golfer to win the Hero Indian Open 2025, securing his maiden DP World Tour victory with a final-round 71 at the DLF Golf and Country Club in Gurugram.
The 25-year-old began the last round with a double bogey but rallied to win by two shots against defending champion Keita Nakajima, who scored 72.
Chacarra also won the Hero Pro-Am earlier this week, and Hero MotoCorp extended a special invitation to him.
With scores of 70-70-73-71, he was awarded $382,500 as the winner. Nakajima, who wanted to win the tournament again in a row, finished second with an even-par 72.
Dutch golfer Joost Luiten scored a 71, securing third place with a total of 1-under 287, as only three players managed to finish under par on a tough course.
Veer Ahlawat (75), Gaganjeet Bhullar (73), and Om Prakash Chouhan (71) shared the 17th position among the Indian contestants.
Shubhankar Sharma and Shiv Kapur were tied for 43rd and 60th, respectively, while Ajeetesh Sandhu finished tied for 31st.
Chacarra expressed gratitude to Hero MotoCorp and said his victory was a life-changing event. He credited supernatural help, good fortune, and patience for his accomplishment.
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Key Highlights and Indian Players’ Performance
Key Highlights of the Hero Indian Open 2025
- Historic Win: Eugenio Chacarra made history by becoming the first Spanish golfer to triumph at the Hero Indian Open, earning his first DP World Tour title with a final score of 4-under 284 at the DLF Golf and Country Club in Gurugram.
- Chacarra’s Journey: Chacarra finished two strokes ahead of defending winner Keita Nakajima despite having a difficult start with a double bogey on the final day.
- Keita Nakajima’s Effort: She finished with an even-par 72, claiming the second position, despite her best efforts to win back-to-back Hero Indian Open championships.
- Joost Luiten’s Score: The Dutch golfer Joost Luiten finished in third place with a score of 1-under 287, one of just three players to finish below par on the challenging course.
Performance of Indian Players
- Veer Ahlawat: The 2024 runner-up, Ahlawat shot a 75 in the final round, ending up tied for 17th after starting the day in the top 10.
- Gaganjeet Bhullar: Bhullar finished with a 73 in the final round, which placed him tied for 17th, dropping from his earlier top 10 position.
- Om Prakash Chouhan: Chouhan recorded a 71 in the final round, resulting in a tied 17th finish, moving down from the top 10.
- Ajeetesh Sandhu: Sandhu’s final round score of 78 left him tied for 31st among Indian players.
- Shubhankar Sharma: Sharma’s final round of 75 put him in a tie for 43rd place.
- Shiv Kapur: Kapur’s final round score of 83 resulted in a tied 60th finish, sharing the spot with Kshitij Naveed Kaul.
Final Round Drama and Chacarra’s Winning Moments
There was a lot of excitement and tenacity in Eugenio Chacarra’s incredible victory at the Hero Indian Open 2025, especially in the last round.
Chacarra faced a difficult task after making a double bogey on the first hole, but he soon recovered his composure.
His ability to bounce back under pressure was demonstrated by the important birdies he produced on holes 6, 9, 11, 12, and 14.
Chacarra defeated defending winner Keita Nakajima by two shots despite some suspense caused by a wobbly bogey on the 17th hole.
In light of his accomplishments, Chacarra said, “I know that when I play my best golf, I am one of the best players in the world,” demonstrating his confidence in his abilities.
His win brought him over $383,000 in prize money and a full-time DP World Tour card, solidifying his status among the top players on the tour.
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