India, Oct. 26 -- A career-best finish has given Vani Kapoor renewed optimism about the road ahead, with the Indian golfer hoping to build on her runner-up showing at the Hero Women's India Open and make the most of more opportunities on the Ladies European Tour.

Overnight leader Vani Kapoor put up a spirited fight before Thailand golfer Pornanong Phatlum lifted the Hero Women's Indian Open trophy for the fourth time here on Sunday.

"My plan was to go aggressive, try put some pressure but Phatlum played excellently well. Both of us kept pushing each other and we tried to get the best out of each other. I'll be back next year. I'll work harder and hopefully I can make it one better," Vani told PTI.

"Definitely it's my best finish on Lad...