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The Hero Women’s Pro Golf Tour has long been the backbone of women’s golf in India. This tournament offers a competitive pathway for many young talents to develop their skills and transition to the global stage eventually. The tournament has featured many young talents like Aditi Ashok and Diksha Dagar, and has helped them make their mark on the global stage. With a 25% increase in the prize purse this year, the competition has taken a step in the positive direction.
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This year, the tournament features a hefty $500,000 prize pool. The winner will walk out with $75,000, the standard 15% that is always allotted in the Hero Women’s Pro Golf Tour. Following them, the runner-up receives $45,000, while third place earns $30,000. The tournament further ensures that all 66 players who make the cut will walk out with a certain amount of prize pool, showcasing the event’s inclusive approach.
Scheduled to be held from October 9–12, 2025, at the iconic DLF Golf & Country Club, all eyes are on 24-year-old Diksha Dagar. In 2023, she finished third, her closest brush at the title so far. This year, she is coming out of a break of 2 months. Meanwhile, even Gaurika Bishnoi is making her return to the tournament after a two year hiatus.
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Here is the full prize pool breakdown according to Hero Women’s Indian Open 2025:
| Position | Payout |
| 1 | $75,000 |
| 2 | $45,000 |
| 3 | $30,000 |
| 4 | $22,500 |
| 5 | $18,000 |
| 6 | $15,500 |
| 7 | $14,000 |
| 8 | $12,500 |
| 9 | $12,000 |
| 10 | $11,500 |
| 11 | $11,000 |
| 12 | $10,500 |
| 13 | $10,000 |
| 14 | $9,500 |
| 15 | $9,000 |
| 16 | $8,750 |
| 17 | $8,500 |
| 18 | $8,250 |
| 19 | $8,000 |
| 20 | $7,750 |
| 21 | $7,400 |
| 22 | $7,150 |
| 23 | $6,900 |
| 24 | $6,650 |
| 25 | $6,400 |
| 26 | $6,150 |
| 27 | $5,850 |
| 28 | $5,600 |
| 29 | $5,350 |
| 30 | $5,100 |
| 31 | $4,900 |
| 32 | $4,650 |
| 33 | $4,450 |
| 34 | $4,300 |
| 35 | $4,150 |
| 36 | $4,000 |
| 37 | $3,850 |
| 38 | $3,700 |
| 39 | $3,550 |
| 40 | $3,400 |
| 41 | $3,250 |
| 42 | $3,100 |
| 43 | $2,950 |
| 44 | $2,800 |
| 45 | $2,700 |
| 46 | $2,600 |
| 47 | $2,500 |
| 48 | $2,400 |
| 49 | $2,350 |
| 50 | $2,300 |
| 51 | $2,200 |
| 52 | $2,100 |
| 53 | $2,000 |
| 54 | $1,950 |
| 55 | $1,850 |
| 56 | $1,700 |
| 57 | $1,650 |
| 58 | $1,600 |
| 59 | $1,550 |
| 60 | $1,500 |
| 61 | $1,450 |
| 62 | $1,400 |
| 63 | $1,350 |
| 64 | $1,300 |
| 65 | $1,250 |
| 66 | $1,200 |
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A rare husband-wife partnership at the Hero Women’s Indian Open
Gaurika Bishnoi’s return after a two-year hiatus to focus on her motherhood is already an interesting storyline heading into the Hero Women’s Indian Open. She has won the event twice in 2017 and 2019. Since then, Bishnoi has posted multiple strong finishes, hinting at a comeback. To add to her support, a familiar face will be walking the fairways beside her this year.
Aaron Rai, a PGA Tour professional and Gaurika’s husband, will be caddying for her amidst his own hectic PGA schedule. This sight could add an emotional angle to her long-awaited return. The British rising star’s name on the PGA Tour will add to the sight of a rare husband-wife pair in professional golf, making this a compelling storyline.
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Marriage goals 🤳
Gaurika Bishnoi has @PGATOUR winner and husband Aaron Rai on the bag this week! 🇮🇳 #HWIO2025 pic.twitter.com/O498RNsdUQ
— Ladies European Tour (@LETgolf) October 7, 2025
As the Hero Women’s Indian Open 2025 approaches, all eyes will be on how India’s top players perform under increasing international attention. Beyond the headline names, the tournament also offers younger Indian golfers a chance to earn LET points and gain exposure, making it a critical stepping stone for India’s next generation of talent.
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