Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club (SGSC) played host to one of its most eagerly anticipated events on Sunday, 16th December 2024: the 15th edition of the ‘Ultimate Pairs’ tournament.
A competitive field of golfers gathered at SGSC to take on the challenge of 36 holes, played across four distinct formats, all vying for the prestigious prizes on offer. After a thrilling day of golf, it was the dynamic brother duo of Hanief and Rian Sallie who emerged victorious, successfully defending their title to be crowned the 2024 ‘Ultimate Pair.’
The Sallies dominated all four formats, posting scores of 33, 36, 33, and finishing strong with a 36 in the challenging Foursomes format. Their total score of 138 saw them edge out the competition by a narrow margin of just one shot. “We are absolutely delighted with the win,” said Hanief Sallie. “The event was brilliantly organised, and the course conditions were superb, which made the competition all the more enjoyable.”
In second place were Ramli Sulaiman and Steve Duque, who played a superb round of golf. Their total score of five under par fell just one shot short of the top spot, earning them the runner-up position. Rail Shavaleev and Naveen Mishra claimed the Best Gross prize with an impressive total of 135, highlighting their exceptional skill on the day.
Additional prizes were awarded for performances in specific formats. Gurbax Singh and Satnam Kaur took home the Best Texas Scramble award with an outstanding three-under-par score, while Amiya Ranjan and Joe Bautista were crowned winners of the Best Greensome prize, posting a remarkable score of 33. The Betterball prize was claimed by Josh Vardy and Humayun Kaleem, who carded an impressive three under par. Lastly, the Foursomes prize was won by Yu Wei Dong and Yu Tang Lee, whose excellent score of 31 sealed their victory in the final format of the day.
Overall, the event was a resounding success, with participants thoroughly enjoying the challenge presented by the four different formats. The day showcased the competitive spirit, sportsmanship, and camaraderie that the SGSC Ultimate Pairs Championship is known for, making it a memorable occasion for all involved.
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