Reigning Great Rift Valley Championships champion Rafael Leming’ani won the Mt Kenya Championships, the second leg of the Kenya Amateur Golf Championships (KAGC) series at the par 72 par 72 Nyeri Golf Club.
Coming from Ruiru Sports Club, Lemin’ani was finally crowned the champion today after three days of battlefield and a composed and consistent three-round performance.
Leming’ani posted a total score of 214 (-2) following rounds of 72, 69, and 73 to secure victory in a tightly contested field.
He finished one stroke ahead of Jacques Byiringiro of Kigali Golf club who carded 215 (-1) after rounds of 69, 73, and 73.
Amos Odongo of Golf Park claimed third place with a total score of 220 (+4).
The championship, organized by the Kenya Golf Union (KGU) is KAGC series, where a total of 78 players from clubs across Kenya and East Africa took part in the three-day tournament, showcasing a strong blend of elite amateurs and emerging talent.
The quality of play once again highlighted the growing depth and regional appeal of the amateur golf circuit.
Speaking after the prize-giving ceremony, Leming’ani expressed his appreciation to the sponsors and Nyeri Golf Club for hosting a well-organized championship, while also acknowledging the support of his club and the camaraderie among fellow competitors throughout the week.
The absence of defending champion Elly Barno, who was representing Kenya at the Africa Amateur Championship in South Africa, further underscored the expanding international opportunities available to local players through the domestic competitive pathway.
Top ten leaderboard
- Rafael Leming’ani (Ruiru) of 72, 69, and 73=214
- Jacques Byiringiro (Kigali) 69, 73, and 73= 215
- Amos Odongo (Golf Park) 73, 72, 75-=220
- John Koina (Muthaiga) 71, 73, 76= 220
- Peter Macharia (Golf Park) 76, 71, 75= 221
- Wasim Ali (Vetlab) 75, 74, 73= 222
- Steve Kiaro (Kiambu) 79, 72, 72= 223
- Cyrus Lwenyi (Nyahururu) 79, 74, 72= 225
- Sylvester Etaan (Golf Park) 76, 75, 74=225