Persaud captures Bruster’s Golf tournament title

Anand Persaud produced a winning performance to capture the overall title at Monday’s Bruster’s Real Ice Cream Golf Tournament, which attracted 60 players to the Lusignan Golf Club (LGC), East Coast Demerara (ECD), for a day of exciting competition.

Persaud topped the field with an impressive 42 points, finishing two points ahead of Richard Haniff, who secured second place with 40 points. Gavin Todd completed the overall podium with 39 points.
The competition was equally intense across the flight categories, with golfers showcasing their skill and consistency in pursuit of top honours.
In the 0–15 flight, Kishan Bacchus claimed first place with 37 points, narrowly edging Patrick Prashad, who finished second with 36 points.
Oliver Downes secured the 16–36 flight title with 34 points, winning via countback after finishing level with runner-up Maxim Mangra, who also recorded 34 points.

There were also special awards for outstanding individual performances. Miguel Yunes powered his way to the Longest Drive award, while Brian Glasford claimed the Nearest to the Pin prize.

With 60 golfers participating, Monday’s tournament delivered an exciting display of competitive golf and sportsmanship, while highlighting the continued support of Bruster’s Real Ice Cream for the Lusignan Golf Club and the development of the sport locally.
According to the LGC, the event once again brought together golfers for a memorable day on the fairways, with impressive performances and close finishes making for an entertaining tournament.

TOURNAMENT RESULTS

Overall
1st: Anand Persaud – 42 points
2nd: Richard Haniff – 40 points
3rd:Gavin Todd – 39 points

0–15 Flight
1st: Kishan Bacchus – 37 points
2nd: Patrick Prashad – 36 points

16–36 Flight
1st: Oliver Downes – 34 points (via countback)
2nd: Maxim Mangra – 34 points

Special Awards
Longest Drive – Miguel Yunes
Nearest to the Pin – Brian Glasford