Shop N Save Supermarket continues to bolster its support for sports in Fiji by serving as the major sponsor for the 94th Lautoka Open Golf Pro-Am Championship. Scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the historical Lautoka Golf Club, this marks the supermarket’s eighth consecutive year in this sponsorship role, underscoring its dedication to sporting excellence and community involvement.
The championship will host a lineup of top-tier professional and amateur golfers from Fiji and the surrounding region. Notably, Anuresh Chandra, a record-holding seven-time consecutive winner of the Ba Open, will compete, bringing his experience from New Zealand. The event is also steeped in history, having seen the likes of former World No. 1 Vijay Singh, who claimed consecutive victories in 1981 and 1982 before embarking on his professional career.
During the sponsorship signing ceremony, Shop N Save’s Head of Marketing, Vijay Krishna, articulated the alignment of the company’s values with those represented by golf—focus, perseverance, and sportsmanship. He reiterated, “Supporting this event for the eighth consecutive year is our way of giving back to the community while encouraging the growth of golf in Fiji.”
The Lautoka Golf Club commends Shop N Save for its unwavering support, emphasizing that such partnerships have been vital in preserving the championship’s legacy, now nearing a century.
This sponsorship not only amplifies Fiji’s presence as a sporting destination but also invigorates the local economy by attracting visitors and stimulating demands in hospitality services. The annual tournament has evolved into a rallying point for community engagement, offering local talent a platform to shine while encapsulating the essence of sportsmanship.
Shop N Save’s continued backing of the championship reflects the mutual benefits of partnerships between corporate entities and local sports. It enriches the sporting community in Fiji and provides inspiration to young golfers, propelling the sport’s development and ensuring the longstanding success of this cherished event in the Pacific region.
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