Stephen Swanepoel from South Africa has emerged as the amateur champion at the Coastal Rental Natadola Open Golf 2024, scoring 76 and securing the top spot against Melbourne’s Adish Kumar, who finished in second place. In the professional category, Roneel Parkash, the assistant manager at Denarau Golf Club, claimed victory by defeating Sam Lee, who is currently based in South Korea.
Parkash expressed his excitement, saying, “Good feeling going back to Natadola Bay. Fiji Open next.” Avinesh Datt, the manager of Natadola Golf course, noted that the weather was perfect for the tournament and expressed his gratitude to all sponsors for contributing to the success of the event. He assured attendees that next year’s tournament will be even bigger and better. Datt also thanked the ground staff and clubhouse operations for maintaining the course in excellent condition.
In addition to the main awards, other recognitions included Suruj Maharaj winning the Men’s Overall Nett with a score of 69, Jack Butler as the Men’s A Grade winner with a score of 72, and Ben Herter as the Men’s B Grade winner with 71. Rajeev Patel won the Men’s C Grade with a score of 76, while Amy Subam emerged as the Ladies Gross Winner with a score of 93. Susie Yee took home the Ladies Overall Nett Winner title with a score of 86.