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Gulf Today
05-04-2025
- Sport
- Gulf Today
Mullane and Mateiu shine at Cedars Golf Championship
The Lebanese Golf Federation, in collaboration with the Emirates Golf Federation, hosted the inaugural Cedars Championship at Al Zorah Golf and Yacht Club in Ajman. 66 amateur golfers took to the course competing for World Amature Golf Ranking (WAGR) points, Arab Golf Series points, and a spot in the upcoming HotelPlanner Tour event – UAE Challenge at Al Zorah. The tournament was played over 54 holes, with an 18-hole Stableford format for the final round. Winning the men's Division following a six-hole playoff was UAE national team player Sam Mullane. The exciting playoff was between Mullane and fellow EGF members Mikhail Pinto and Dan Bryne. There was a lot to play for as the winner received a Sponsors Invite to the upcoming HotelPlanner Tour event next week at Al Zorah Golf and Yacht Club. With Sam winning the Championship (who is already playing in next week's HotelPlanner Tour event) and given the high level of competition and sportsmanship, the Emirates Golf Federation granted both Mikhail Pinto and Dan Bryne exemptions into next week's event for their second-place finish. Winning the Ladies Division was Anca Mateiu, who fired impressive rounds of 65-68-73 for a championship total of 217, 10-under-par. Winning the Junior Division was Daniil Sokolov, who shot one-under-par for the championship. Daniil was nine shots clear of the runner-up and was also granted a spot in next week's HotelPlanner Tour event. During the prize presentation that was attended by EGF Chairman, Sheikh Fahim Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, and Vice Chairman, General Abdullah Alhashmi, the President of the Lebanese Golf Federation, Karim Salaam, expressed the importance of the brotherhood and sportsmanship that was on display this week in the UAE. 'It is important for countries to stand with other countries and although Lebanon is going through difficult times, we can use sport to be a vehicle of diplomacy. 'Thank you to the Emirates Golf Federation and to our brothers and sisters in the UAE for this opportunity. We look forward to continuing to use this championship to accomplish more than just the development of golf,' said Salaam. The championship saw players from Egypt, Lebanon, Palestine, Qatar, UAE, as well as EGF members and UAE residents. It was the second event of the recently announced Arab Golf Series organized by the Arab Golf Federation.
Khaleej Times
01-04-2025
- Sport
- Khaleej Times
Inaugural CEDARS Cup set for tee-off at al Zorah Golf & Yacht Club, Ajman
The inaugural 54-hole Cedars Golf Championship takes place this week from Tuesday, April 1st to Thursday 3rd April, 2025, at Al Zorah Golf Club and Yacht Club in Ajman, UAE. Organised by the Lebanese Golf Federation in collaboration with the Emirates Golf Federation, and the overarching sanctioning body, the Arab Golf Federation (AGF), the Championship is set to be a key event on the recently announced Arab Golf Series. The tournament is played over 54 holes, with an 18-hole Stableford format for the final round. International representation sees five countries taking part: Egypt, Lebanon, Palestine, Qatar and the home country of UAE. The following competing Divisions are as below: Men's Division: Gross and Net. Ladies' Division: Gross and Net. Junior Under-18 Division: Gross and Net. Lebanese Nationals: Gross and Net. Notable UAE home players in the 45-player field, include Ahmad Skaik (+4, UAE), Sam Mullane (+6, EGF), Jonathan Selvaraj (+4, EGF), Mohammad Skaik (+2, UAE) and in the Female Division, Anca Mateiu (+5, UAE) who looks a strong favourite and one of the in-form female players in the UAE, with all her local knowledge. The overseas participation looks impressive, with Daniel Sokolov (+7, Qatar) amongst the expected challengers with a low handicap Egypt Team consisting of: Issa Abou El Ela (+4), Ahmed Naim (Scr), Mohammad Abou El Ela (+1) and Alieldine Salama (Scr). With World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) points available, supported by The R&A, the Championship has attracted top amateur players. The winner of the Men's overall category will earn a spot on the 2025 HotelPlanner Tour (formerly the Challenge Tour), in the UAE Challenge, to be held at Al Zorah Golf & Yacht Club, Thursday 10th – Sunday 13th April 2025. Karim Salam, President of the Lebanese Golf Federation, emphasised the tournament's significance, stating, 'We are proud to launch the Cedars Golf Championship as part of the Arab Golf Series, which aims to develop golf in the region and elevate Arab players' standing on the international stage.' 'This tournament will provide a valuable platform for amateur players to showcase their skills while fostering collaboration between Arab Golf Federations to deliver high-calibre tournaments. We extend our gratitude to the Emirates Golf Federation for hosting this round and look forward to strong competition among the participants.' The tournament serves as the second event of the Arab Golf Series, following the Qatar Open which was won by Qatar's Saleh Al-Kaabi. The Series aims to enhance competitive opportunities for Arab golfers and support their progression in the global rankings.
