Akinyi Gitonga emerged victorious in the Karen Country Club’s ninth Ladies Medal tournament played on Wednesday July 17.

Carding an impressive 68 nett, Gitonga secured the top spot in Division A of the competition.

Akinyi was followed closely by her clubmates Koki Muia and Kellie Gachaga who finished in second and third spots with scores of 73 nett and 75 nett, respectively.

Division   B   was   dominated   by   Nkini   Pasha,   who   carded   an impressive 65 nett, beating Jennifer Cege who secured the runner-up position with 67 nett, while Nellie Njaga claimed third place at 70 nett.

Amara Kimari, a junior golfer, stole the show in Division C with a score of 40 stableford points,   while  Kellie  Gachaga  claimed  the   gross  category  of  the category with 80 gross.

In other results, Njeri Onyango and Milcah Kamere triumphed in the Nines challenge,   each   scoring   35   nett   on   the   +rst   and   second   nine   holes respectively.

At the same time, Jennifer Cege displayed exceptional skills on the putting green,   winning   the   Putting   Challenge   with   a   remarkable   25   putts,   while Muthoni   Kioi,   another   junior   golfer,   impressed  with   a   score   of   74   nett   to secure the Junior category win.

Tournament partners IMG Kenya Ltd expressed their delight of the level of competition that was showcased during the event.

“The level of talent showcased today was truly inspiring. We are proud to support these ladies and their passion for the game. This tournament is a great   platform   to   nurture   upcoming   golfers,   and   we   were   particularly impressed   by  the  performances  of  the  junior   players.  We  look   forward to witnessing their continued growth in the sport’’, remarked IMG Strategy Director, Richard Bailey

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