Khalin Joshi fired a six-under 65 to extend his lead to six shots after the third round of the Rs 1 crore J&K Open 2026 in Srinagar. Joshi reached 19-under 194, while Rashid Khan climbed to second at 13-under. The Bengaluru golfer heads into the final round as the overwhelming favourite for the title.

Srinagar, August 6, 2026: Khalin Joshi shot a six-under 65 to end the third round with a comfortable six-shot lead at the Rs 1 crore J&K Open 2026 being played at the picturesque Royal Springs Golf Course in Srinagar.

The 33-year-old Bengaluru golfer, who began the day seven shots clear, followed his first two rounds of 63 and 66 with another composed display to reach 19-under 194.

Delhi’s Rashid Khan (68-68-64), also a former Asian Tour winner, fired the day’s best score of seven-under 64 to move into sole second place at 13-under 200, six shots behind Joshi.

Joshi Extends Dominance