The Sweet Banana golf festival drew 242 golfers to Vet Labs Sports Club.
Muchau Githiaka topped a field of 242 golfers as the festival marked its 12th edition at Vet Labs Sports Club.
Muchau Githiaka won the Sweet Banana golf festival with 44 stableford points at Vet Labs Sports Club over the weekend. The handicap-13 golfer topped a field of 242 players in the tournament’s 12th edition.
Githiaka credited his performance to a dependable short game on a course that required patience and precision. He also described the victory as especially meaningful because of the strength and size of the field.
Sweet Banana golf division winners
Karan Singh claimed the men’s title with 44 stableford points, edging Joseph Kinuthia on countback. Meanwhile, Woochul Lee completed the top three with 39 points.
In the ladies’ competition, Margaret Nyakang’o secured the title with 37 stableford points. Joyce Mukua finished second as Nyakang’o took the honours.
Young golfer Wahome Mutahi won the gross title with a round of 74. He also collected the men’s nearest-to-the-pin award, adding a second prize to his tournament performance.
Among the visitors, Vincent Wang’ombe matched Githiaka’s 44-point total to secure the guest prize. Ken Mariga, meanwhile, led the sponsors’ division with 41 stableford points.
Nyoike and Vajpayee claim category honours
Nelson Nyoike won the seniors’ category with 37 stableford points, finishing one point ahead of Mukhisa Kituyi. In the junior competition, Viaan Vajpayee took the trophy after returning 36 points.
There were also prizes for distance off the tee, with Johnathan Barorot winning the men’s longest-drive award. Hellen Manyara claimed the corresponding ladies’ prize.
Vicky Karuga, meanwhile, received the Piga Mingi consolation award after completing her round with 20 stableford points. The category prizes accompanied the overall, divisional and gross honours at the weekend festival.
Tournament convenor Kepha Bosire praised the turnout and the atmosphere throughout the event. He described the participation as exceptional and highlighted the energy golfers brought to the course.
