The Indian duo of Shubhankar Sharma and Gaganjeet Bhullar experienced contrasting fortunes on the opening day of the Olympic golf competition at the Par-71 Le Golf National course in Paris. While Sharma displayed moments of brilliance, Bhullar faced a challenging start.  

Sharma, making his Olympic debut, impressed with an eagle on the par-five third hole, propelling him to three-under through the front nine. However, his momentum faltered on the back nine, resulting in a one-under 70, placing him tied for 29th.  

Bhullar, on the other hand, encountered a tumultuous round, highlighted by a quadruple bogey. He finished with a four-over 75, leaving him tied for 56th in the 60-player field.  

Persistent rain delays disrupted the day’s play, adding to the challenges faced by the golfers. Despite the setbacks, Sharma’s performance offers a glimmer of hope for the Indian contingent. Both players will look to improve their positions in the upcoming rounds.