Jeral Sharma, a businessman from Sigatoka, clinched the inaugural Sigatoka Electric Cooperate Golf amateur title over the weekend at the Natadola Bay Championship Golf Course. In a thrilling finish, Sharma shot a score of 76, edging out Ba school teacher Asish Chand in a playoff.
Reflecting on his performance, Sharma noted the challenges of the day, stating, “It was a great outing but a bit tough out there but I had to stick to the game.” The event also saw Sumith Perera take the overall net title with an impressive score of 67, while veteran golfer Susie Yee was recognized as the ladies’ overall net champion.
In the professional division, Taitusi Tuivuci emerged as the champion with a par score of 72. Fiji Order of Merit frontrunner Tomasi Tuivuna followed closely with a score of 74, expressing his disappointment but recognizing the competitive nature of the sport: “It was hard luck I guess but that’s what it is in the green on game day.”
Golf course manager Avinesh Datt praised the participants for their enthusiasm and commitment, particularly as this tournament marked the closing of the golfing calendar year. Sigatoka Electric Ltd managing director Vijay Narayan expressed satisfaction with the turnout, promising that next year’s event will be even more significant and engaging.
There were several notable performances across various grades, including:
– A-grade: Jay Meghi 72, Pravish Punja 74, Kaushal Tappoo
– B-grade: Surj Maharaj 75, Sarvesh Devan 77, Mark Swamy 79
– C-grade: Matt Cauty 76, Gopal Krishna, Mark Swamy
This event highlights the growing enthusiasm for golf in the region, showcasing talent and community spirit among participants. As the organizers look forward to an even larger event next year, it is clear that the Sigatoka Electric Cooperate Golf tournament is poised to become a cherished annual tradition.
In summary, the tournament successfully brought together golfers of all skill levels, fostering a sense of camaraderie and healthy competition, while underlining the potential for growth in local sporting events.
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