Manama: The Victorious Golf Team, led by His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty the King's Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, claimed first place in the ProAm Championship of the King Hamad Trophy, organised by the Bahrain Golf Association for the 17th consecutive year, at the courses of the Royal Golf Club Bahrain.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the Victorious team, consisting of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Luke Joy, Philip Clough, and Soufiane Toudaoui, secured the top spot decisively with a total of 107 points.
HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad affirmed that the King Hamad Trophy has become one of the most prominent tournaments in the region and the world, attracting the participation of elite professional and amateur players, confirming the Kingdom's position in hosting international sporting events and contributing to enhancing and developing golf.
He added that Victorious's victory was the result of shared efforts and teamwork, expressing his wishes for the team's continued success, and praising the high level of competition and sportsmanship exhibited throughout the tournament.
The runner-up team comprised Ayoub Id-Omar, Waleed Al-Alawi, Tawfeeq Al-Moayyad and Arun Varma, while third place went to the team consisting of Raphael Le Bot, David Bruce, Rodney Masoud and Matt Wadsworth.
In the professional singles competition, British professional Tom Sloman won first place with 37 points, French professional Raphael Le Bot came second with 36 points, and American professional Cole Madey came third with 36 points.