SAMUEL NJOROGE CLAIMS FIRST PGK EQUATOR TOUR TITLE AT DIAMONDS LEISURE GOLF CLUB
Samuel Njoroge (centre) is awarded the winner’s award.
By AMANDA DAMARIS
The PGK Equator Tour concluded its 6th leg in thrilling fashion at the beautiful Diamonds Leisure Golf Club, Diani, with Samuel Njoroge Chege clinching his first PGK Equator Tour title after four rounds of impressive play. Click this link https://a.meridianbet.ke/c/C7pYjz to start gaming and stand a chance of winning big with Meridianbet.
Njoroge posted a total score of -2 (68, 73, 69, 76), sealing a well-deserved victory in a closely contested tournament. Veteran golfer Dismas Indiza finished second with an overall score of -1 (71, 69, 73, 74), while David Wakhu secured third place at +1 (75, 68, 73, 73).
Expressing his joy after the win, Samuel Njoroge credited his success to the strong backing from Safaricom, his team sponsor, and the collective effort of his teammates:
“This victory means a lot to me. The support we’ve received from our corporate sponsor Safaricom has been incredible, and I wanted to make them proud. We promised to win the corporate league, and we’ve been working hard to live up to that commitment. My bigger goal is to qualify for the Magical Kenya Open 2026 and earn a place at the Olympics 2028.”
The event was not only a showcase of exceptional golf talent but also a reflection of the PGK Equator Tour’s growing stature in professional golf. The tour continues to provide Kenyan professionals with a vital platform to compete, improve, and gain ranking points on their journey toward international tournaments.
Samuel Njoroge kisses the winner’s trophy.
Speaking on behalf of the host club, Dr. Stan, Captain of Diamonds Leisure Golf Club, expressed his delight at the success of the event:
“Thanks to the support of the sponsors, the PGK Equator Tour at Diamonds Leisure Golf Club wasn’t just another event—it was golf bliss from tee to green! We are proud to have hosted Kenya’s best and look forward to welcoming PGK back again.”
Through the Chairman C.J. Wangai, PGK extended its deepest appreciation to Diamonds Leisure Golf Club for their warm hospitality and to the sponsors whose unwavering support made the event possible — NCBA, Safaricom, Kenya Airways, Visa, Britam, Johnnie Walker and Computech, the official technology partner.
The PGK Equator Tour continues its mission to grow professional golf across Kenya and East Africa, paving the way for players to reach the Magical Kenya Open 2026 and ultimately, the Olympic Games 2028.