Four junior golfers book Faldo Junior's European Final slots
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The global competition offers a platform for these rising stars to showcase their talent among the world’s best and receive top coaching from the golf legend
A team of four golfers booked their tickets to this year's Faldo Junior Tour European Grand Final set to be held at the Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club in UAE later this year, after emerging victorious in the fourth edition of the Kenyan Tour held last weekend.
Krish Beiju Shah of Vet Lab, Muthaiga's Hazel Kuria, Sigona's Yuvraj Rajput, and Windsor's Kanana Muthoni all qualified for the coveted spots where they carry the country's hope for golf excellence on the international stage.
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The juniors seek to improve on last year’s performance at the 28th Final where Bianca Ngecu played spectacularly and finished second in her category.
Shashwat Harish tied for eighth, while Antonia Mbuthia and Elvis Muigua finished within the top 20.
The global competition also offers a platform for these rising stars to showcase their talent among the world’s best and receive top golf coaching from the golf legend Sir Nick Faldo.
In the qualifying edition concluded at Vet Lab Sports Club, on the weekend , the three-day high-level junior golf show saw Krish emerge as the overall winner of the championship.
He capitalized on his home course advantage with an outstanding performance to maintain the lead throughout the tournament.
Krish carded level par 72 in the first round, three over par in the second, and an amazing two under par in the final round for an overall finish of one over par (217 gross).
In the Boys 21 & Under category, Junaid Manji from Sigona Golf Club came through with a strong final round of one under par, for a total of eleven over par to clinch victory.
Kevin Anyien from Golf Park Golf Club finished as the runner-up with 233 gross (+17).
The Girls 21 & Under title went to Hazel, who maintained her lead with a total of 244 gross (+28), followed by clubmate Antonia at 256 gross (+40).
In the Boys 16 & Under category, Rajput held off stiff competition, closing with 227 gross (+11). Maahir Patel from Muthaiga Golf Club followed closely with 233 gross (+17).
Meanwhile, Kanana dominated the Girls 16 & Under division with remarkable consistency, posting 77, 74, and 74 for a total of 225 gross (+9). Cherono Kipkorir from Royal Nairobi Golf Club placed second with 238 gross (+22).
Reflecting on the tournament, Junior Golf Foundation president Vincent Mukiri says this year’s edition has truly raised the bar.
"The level of golf we’ve witnessed across all three rounds has been outstanding. Tournaments like these not only sharpen skills but also provide our juniors with a real shot at the global stage. Through the continued support of NCBA and the growth of events like the Faldo Series, we’re not just shaping champions we’re shaping the future of golf in Kenya. By participating in these events, the juniors not only win prizes but also get the World Amateur Golf Ranking and JGF Order of Merit Points which serves to improve the players profiles," he offered.
