South African golfer Stephen Swanepoel emerged as the amateur champion at the Coastal Rental Natadola Open Golf 2024, securing victory with a score of 76. Melbourne’s Adish Kumar finished in second place. In the professional category, Roneel Parkash, the assistant manager at Denarau Golf Club, claimed the title after defeating Sam Lee, who is currently based in South Korea.
“It’s a great feeling to return to Natadola Bay. On to the Fiji Open next,” remarked Parkash. Avinesh Datt, the manager of Natadola Golf Course, praised the excellent weather during the tournament and expressed gratitude to the sponsors, emphasizing a commitment to making next year’s event even more successful.
Additionally, Datt acknowledged the ground staff for maintaining the course in exceptional condition and commended the clubhouse golf operations and pro-shop staff for their hard work.
In other awards, Suruj Maharaj won the Men’s Overall Nett with a score of 69, while Jack Butler triumphed in the Men’s A Grade category with a score of 72. Ben Herter took home the Men’s B Grade award with 71, and Rajeev Patel was the Men’s C Grade winner with 76. In the ladies’ categories, Amy Subam won the Gross title with a score of 93, and Susie Yee was named the Ladies Overall Nett Winner with a score of 86.