Blantyre Sports Club (BSC) on Saturday hosted the grand finale of its golfing calendar with the Airtel Business 2024 Golf Tournament, drawing nearly a field of 140 golfers from across the country.
The event, which featured men’s, ladies’ and seniors’ categories, was officially teed off by Airtel Malawi acting Managing Director Abdul Khayyum Shaik.
In the men’s category, John Suzi Banda clinched gold with an outstanding performance.
Playing off handicap 12, he recorded a gross score of 81 and a net score of 69.
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Gift Chidya Gondwe, with seven handicap, had 77 gross and net 70 to secure silver whereas Muhammad Bhana, playing off handicap 11, had 82 gross and net 71 to secure bronze.
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Banda, who recently returned to the course after injury, said the victory was a great achievement.
“I am thrilled to win this tournament after being out for some time due to injury.
“The organisation was excellent and it was great to be back on the course,” the men’s champion said.
In the ladies’ category, Bose Kamphulusa delivered a stellar performance to claim gold.
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Playing off handicap 20, she finished with a gross score of 91 and a net score of 71.
“This is an award I have always wanted to end the year with. I am overjoyed to have achieved it,” Kamphulusa said.
Mercy Kamanga, playing off handicap 23, had 97 gross and net 74 to settle for second position while Sellah Piringu, playing off handicap 27, had 101 gross and net 74 to finish on third position.
In the seniors’ category, Bashir Shariff emerged victorious while John Katsala and Keta Mulwafu secured silver and bronze, respectively.
Winners across all categories were awarded Fixed Wireless Access Solutions with 200GB of data from Airtel, along with cash prizes and trophies.
Speaking at the event, Shaik said the tournament provided them with an opportunity to interact with corporate partners and share news on service offerings Airtel has introduced.
“We are thrilled with the turnout and the competitive spirit displayed by all participants,” he said.
