Expect cutthroat battle in South Africa - Sunshine Tour Commissioner says
Golf
By
Ochieng Oyugi
| Apr 03, 2025
The 10 players who have punched tickets to the ="https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/golf/article/2001515221/its-battle-royale-as-players-fight-for-sunshine-tour-slots"> Sunshine Tour Qualifying School Abt said the East Africa final ten should expect a stiff challenge in Johannesburg that will not only shape their careers, but offer them valuable lessons in the game. "Golf is more of an individual sport, so they should prepare well before they board that plane to go down south," Abt told Standard Sports.
"The competition will be tough, the contest will be challenging, they need to get ready for it," the Commissioner reiterated. Disgrace of national honours handed out using opaque criteria Mobilize residents or face action, Uasin Gishu officials warn chiefs Gachagua allies, Opposition MPs receive State honours during Jamhuri fete The parable of small-time pencil thief turned industry captain There's no wishing away positive impact of Kenya Kwanza administration Ruto dismisses critics as liars, spells out big projects Ruto's directive on fair royalty system gets mixed reactions Kenyans call for reconstitution of IEBC, inclusion in decision making CDF Gen Kahariri, IG Kanja among top security bosses conferred with presidential awards "Other than the roughs and the bunkers that are beyond their control, the rest of the action on the fairways and the greens will solely depend on their efforts in the championship," Abt underlined.
While in South Africa, the 10 East Africans will fight for the available 20 slots for the Sunshine Tour Series against the South African Swing and other prolific invited players. "It's easier to book that ticket when you are hardworking, dedicated and focused on the game," Abt explained.
The Commissioner hailed the four-day Q-School contest in Naivasha that saw a total of 70 players qualify for the SDT East Africa Swing Series that will have a minimum of 10 legs a season.
Also top lady golfer from the event booked a direct ticket to the Sunshine Ladies Tour as the top 10 proceed to South Africa for the final leg of the qualifiers.
"The event in Naivasha was world-class. We are happy with the level of the game displayed by the golfers, it was unbelievable," Abt underscored. At the end of the East Africa Swing Series this season, the top 30 players will proceed to the Africa showpiece next year to battle for the 12 Sunshine Tour slots and the Sh10 million prize money.
"Through this Series, the East Africa region has a clear pathway to international Tours and the Olympics. This has never happened before," the Commissioner stated.
Abt said the North Africa and the West Africa series swings will be incorporated next season as the Sunshine Tour Series spreads its tentacles across the continent.
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