Chandigarh, Sept. 11 -- Shaurya Binu grabbed a one-shot lead over the field and became the first leader in Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) tour, which teed off at the Chandigarh Golf Club (CGC) on Wednesday. Rallying from 2-over after six to 3-under 69 by the end, the 24-year-old Bengalurean displayed great grit and determination.

CGC is hosting the first leg of the IGPL multi-city tour from September 10 to September 12. To be played in a brand-new format that brings together talent from all segments - both men and women pro golfers and top amateurs, the IGPL tour will have 11 events with purses of Rs.1.5 crore at each event, lasting till December. Following the multi-city tour, the six-team inaugural edition of the golf league will ge...