Khalin Joshi extended his lead to three shots at the Andhra Open 2026 after round three in Visakhapatnam. With a strong recovery round, he is now well placed to secure his first title since 2022 heading into the final round.

Visakhapatnam, April 9, 2026: Khalin Joshi carded a one-under 70 to extend his lead to three shots at seven-under 206 after round three of the INR 1 crore Andhra Open 2026 at the East Point Golf Club in Visakhapatnam.

Joshi builds comfortable lead

Bengaluru-based 33-year-old Khalin (68-68-70), a six-time winner, who opened the week at the DP World PGTI event with rounds of 68 and 68, now carries a comfortable advantage into the final round.

Dubai-based Yash Majmudar (71-69-69) and Delhi’s Rashid Khan (70-72-67) were tied second at four-under 209. Majmudar returned a 69, while Rashid produced the day’s best round of 67 to move into contention.