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Anand Persaud claims overall title at Romel Golf Tournament & BBQ
Kaieteur Sports – The Lusignan Golf Club came alive last Sunday as golfers competed in the Romel Golf Tournament & BBQ, an event that combined friendly rivalry with community spirit and growing support for the sport in Guyana.
Delivering a strong and consistent performance, Anand Persaud secured the Overall Best Net title with a net score of 31, while Vishal Dhani took home the Overall Best Gross award with a gross score of 36.
The winners row displays their prizes.
Players were recognized across all flights as follows:
Beginners Division
1st – Karamchand Persaud – Gross 11
2nd – Nizam – Gross 13
3rd – Daxie – Gross 14
Flight 18–36
1st – Anand Persaud – Gross 40 | H/C 9 | Net 31
2nd – Basil Kellawan – Gross 47 | H/C 14 | Net 33
3rd – Ryan Dinanauth – Gross 49 | H/C 14 | Net 35
Flight 10–18
1st – Pur Persaud – Gross 40 | H/C 8 | Net 32
2nd – Miguel Yunis – Gross 39 | H/C 6 | Net 33
3rd – Vishal Pharbu – Gross 42 | H/C 9 | Net 33
Flight 0–9
1st – Vishal Dhani – Gross 36 | H/C 3 | Net 33
2nd – Chandra Lakhraj – Gross 37 | H/C 4 | Net 33
3rd – Patrick Prashad – Gross 38 | H/C 4 | Net 34
Special Awards:
Longest Drive – Vickey Dhani
Nearest to the Pin – Jaipaul Suknanand
Most Honest Player – Phillips Haynes
Best Dressed – Robin Tiwari
The tournament was generously sponsored by Romel Bagwandin, who has been actively supporting the sport and encouraging the development of new and seasoned players alike. During the awards ceremony, Bagwandin applauded the standard of play and the progress being made at the club.
Anand Persaud was the overall winner.
“As golf continues to grow in Guyana, I am proud to contribute to an event that brings people together and strengthens our sporting community,” Bagwandin said. “The Lusignan Golf Club has made tremendous strides in developing new talent, and I encourage corporate Guyana to join in supporting this growth. Together, we can elevate the sport and provide even more opportunities for players of all ages.”
A celebratory BBQ closed out the day’s activities, reinforcing camaraderie among golfers and supporters.
The Lusignan Golf Club extends sincere appreciation to Romel Bagwandin for his sponsorship and continued confidence in the game’s future. The Club looks forward to hosting more exciting tournaments as it works to expand awareness and participation in golf nationwide.
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