Romel and Robin win inaugural Panko Steel Golf Tournament
…Ghanpat, Sukhram win chipping and putting competition
Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, SC, presenting the winning trophy to Robin Tiwari and Romel Bhagwandin
In the true Christmas spirit, the Panko Steel Golf Tournament and Village Fun Day did not disappoint. Many of Guyana’s top golfers showcased their skills in the 9-hole tournament. However, Romel Bhagwandin and Robin Tiwari stood out from the rest, and claimed the title.
There was also a chipping and putting competition, giving each golfer the chance to try their hand at winning additional prizes. Naro Ghanpat won the chipping competition, and Christine Sukhram won the putting competition.
Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandalall, SC, was present at the tournament; and he said, “On behalf of the Government of Guyana, I would like to extend a merry Christmas to everyone. I want to thank Panko for sponsoring and organizing this event; it is truly a kind gesture. Sports are extremely important to the development agenda of our Government, as (sports) keep young people occupied in a beneficial and gainful manner. It is a high-priority item on our Government’s agenda. The LGC is public property, and the Government will do all that we can to ensure that this facility is kept intact.”
The winners’ row over the weekend
Representing Panko Steel was CEO Amisha Ramsundar, who thanked the golfers for their strong turnout. She also mentioned that the tournament would be an annual event on the LGC golfing calendar, and explained that it had always been Panko’s (Lakeram Ramsundar’s) dream to give back to the Lusignan community, and through his hard work and dedication, it has become a reality.
In addition to the tournament, hundreds of children were provided with gifts and food, and had the opportunity to play on the trampoline and bouncy castle. A raffle was also held, and both golfers and workers walked away with hampers and brand new flat-screen televisions.
Christine Sukhram won the putting competition
The results of the tournament were as follows:
Overall
1st: Romel Bhagwandin and Robin Tiwari
2nd: Maurice Solomon and Rabindranath Persaud
3rd: Rakesh Harry and Ravindra Harry
4th: Arnol Deo and Joseph John
5th: Mike Mangal and Rohan Albert
6th: Sonto Dindanauth and Nicholas Dindanauth
Longest Drive – Nicholas Dindanauth
Closest to Pin – Ryan Dindanauth
