“Andhra Pradesh can become a golfing capital,” said Amandeep Johl, chief executive officer of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), pointing at the State’s potential to leverage golf tourism following the successful staging of the Andhra Open Golf Championship 2026 in Visakhapatnam on Friday.Bengaluru-based Khalin Joshi won the tournament that was held at the East Point Golf Club (EPGC). The 33-year-old returned a two-under 69 to finish at nine-under 275 for the week, sealing a four-shot victory and ending a three-year title drought. The win, his seventh professional title, earned him ₹15 lakh.Published - April 10, 2026 07:31 pm IST