The weather may have slightly affected proceedings during the four-day Jonsson Workwear Durban Open at the weekend, but local golfer Oliver Baker claimed victory on the final day, as reported beria mail.
He finished ahead of Sweden's Christopher Blomstrand at 14-under par with a total of 200 (65, 68, 67). This is his second win on the Hotel Planners Tour and follows a recent win on the PGA Tour of Australia.
The South African-born golfer, who now lives in Australia, dedicated his win to his late friend.
Baker said, “I dedicate this trophy to my late best friend, who I recently lost. He was one of my biggest supporters right to the end.”
“It makes you realize how short life is and how special moments like this are,” he said.
The event was played on the newly refurbished course at Durban Country Club, which hosted the Investec SA Open Championship.
In a statement, the eThekwini Municipality said the tournament contributed positively to the local economy by boosting tourism, hospitality and small business activity, as well as enhancing the city's reputation as a major sporting venue.
“The event creates important youth development opportunities by exposing young local golfers to professional competition and inspiring the next generation of talent,” the statement said.
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