Haldi Golf County Hyderabad Albatross celebrate their Hyderabad Leg victory at Boulder Hills Golf & Country Club.
Hyderabad, 20th June 2026: The second leg of the Golf Rendezvous Pro-Am League (GRPL) – The Royal Trial of India delivered another unforgettable chapter as the Haldi Golf County Hyderabad Albatross defended home turf in style, emerging victorious at the spectacular Boulder Hills Golf & Country Club, Hyderabad.
With six city-based franchises battling for supremacy, the Hyderabad Leg showcased everything that makes GRPL India’s most exciting golf league – fierce city rivalries, professional golfers competing alongside amateurs, passionate team owners, and an atmosphere that extended far beyond the fairways.
Competing teams included Haldi Golf County Hyderabad Albatross, CapGains Ahmedabad Aces, Delhi Royals, KHT Bangalore Eagles, Gurugram Titans, and Carnelian Kolar Zioneers.
After an intense day of competition, it was the home team that rose above the field to claim the Hyderabad Leg title.
Hyderabad Albatross finished first, followed by Ahmedabad Aces in second place, while Delhi Royals delivered their strongest performance of the season so far to secure third position.
The Hyderabad Leg standings saw Hyderabad finish first, followed by Ahmedabad Aces and Delhi Royals.
The victory was particularly significant as Hyderabad entered the event carrying the hopes of the home crowd and responded with a commanding all-round team performance. Their Team Captain Akshay Sharma, Pro Golfer Played a Spectacular Round of 69 (-3).
Unlike traditional golf tournaments where individual brilliance often dominates the headlines, GRPL once again proved why team golf creates a different kind of drama. Every birdie, every par, and every point contributed towards the fortunes of an entire city.
Throughout the day, fans across India followed the action through the league’s live scoring platform, with more than 10,000 viewers tracking scores and leaderboard movements in real time, making it one of the most engaging golf events in the country.
The competition featured some of India’s leading professional golfers alongside accomplished amateur players, creating a unique format where strategy, teamwork, and consistency became just as important as individual talent.
As the sun set over Boulder Hills, the action moved from the golf course to a spectacular evening celebration that perfectly reflected the spirit of GRPL.
Players, team owners, sponsors, partners, and guests came together for a vibrant gala evening featuring a stand-up comedy performance by Hriday Ranjan, electrifying live music by Stanley Live, premium hospitality, networking, and celebrations that continued late into the night.
The evening also witnessed the highly anticipated leaderboard reveal and prize ceremony, where teams discovered their standings amidst cheers, celebrations, and plenty of friendly rivalry.
Players from six cities battled across Boulder Hills in a thrilling chapter of The Royal Trial of India.
The Hyderabad Leg further strengthened GRPL’s vision of transforming how golf is experienced in India by blending sport, entertainment, business networking, hospitality, and city pride into one premium sporting property.
With two legs now completed, rivalries are intensifying, storylines are emerging, and every city remains firmly in the hunt as the race towards the International Finale gathers momentum.
While Hyderabad celebrated victory in the Hyderabad Leg, the overall league race remains wide open.
Leaderboard of GRPL – The Royal Trial of India after 2 legs
Thanks to their consistency across the first two legs, CapGains Ahmedabad Aces continue to lead the overall GRPL standings, reinforcing their position as one of the most balanced teams in the competition.
The Hyderabad triumph propelled Haldi Golf County Hyderabad Albatross into second place overall, while KHT Bangalore Eagles occupy third position, keeping the pressure firmly on the league leaders.
With multiple legs still to come, the battle for the coveted Red Leader’s Cap and a place in the International Finale is becoming increasingly intense, with every city now firmly in contention.
From the rocky landscapes of Boulder Hills to the energy of the evening celebrations, Hyderabad delivered a memorable chapter in The Royal Trial of India.
And if the first two legs are any indication, the battle for golf supremacy among India’s cities is only just beginning.
The Royal trial of India Now moves to Bengaluru on 24th July, 2026.
