Medal rounds bring out the best in the Ivanhoe members. Is it the prestige of the trophy, bragging rights, a chance to play in the ultimate tournament determining the champion of Champions. All of the above, plus 8 points, handicap deduction, and a free golf ball if you lose on countback… Such is the case in most Medal Matches.
July proved different…
Three competitors were able to shoot better nett scores than par!!! Only two others beat 70!!!
With the recent improvements of our beloved track, combined with prefered lies(my favourite), and a gorgeous calm spring morning. Scoring should have been easy.
The Medal this month came down to a three-way tie between two real contenders, and a player charging his way up through the field. unfortunately, there is only one July Medal to present. The decision came down to a countback.
Congratulations to Benananan Akdag(84), Targe Mifsud(83), and Stefan Belevski(174) all carding 66 nett. For Benananan, the round was that little bit sweeter, pipping his closet rivals to claim the Medal. Great golf gents, and well deserved of the championship points earned. Targe’s equal first has now taken him to the top of the table in both our tournaments this season, consistent golf can pay dividends, but a clean sweep seems a tall task.
Stephen O’Sullivan(80) continues his good form this year, simply, by turning up each week. His even par nett round was enough to secure outright second, and place him well in the hunt for the major prize. After being 10 over through six holes Jan Siemon’s chances of points seemed all but fantasy. Pleasant company, nice walk, and beautiful surrounds contributed to a supprising 69 nett, taking third.
Chris Priems is loveing the shorter holes securing the ball hole, while the man in the hoodie surprisingly took our cash. Top shot Mehmit Akdag.
Results for Saturday, 02 July 2011
1st Ben Akdag(66) 1st
Stefan Belevski(66) 1st Targe Mifsud(66) 2nd Stephen
O’Sullivan(68) 3rd Jan Siemon(69) 4th Malcolm Adey(70) 5th
Rodger Clarke(71) 5th Mo Sabih(71)