Kenya's Greg Snow has made a significant move in the Pearl of Africa Golf Series, carding a 5-under-par 66 in the second round at Entebbe Golf Club. This impressive performance has propelled him into fourth place with a total score of 6-under-par 136. Snow's round was marked by seven birdies and just two dropped shots, positioning him as a strong contender for the top prize. He is currently the top-ranked Kenyan golfer in the tournament.
The current leader of the tournament is Uganda's Ronald Rugumayo, who fired a round-best 7-under-par 64 to take a three-shot lead into the final round. Rugumayo's total score stands at 11-under 131, putting him in a strong position to claim the top prize. Nigeria's Godwin Okoko is in second place with a score of 8-under 134, while South Africa's Slade Pickering is in third place with a score of 7-under 135.
A total of 30 players have made it to the final round, competing for a prize purse of KSh 2.5 million and OWGR/WAGR points. Along with Greg Snow, Kenya's Daniel Nduva and Mutahi Kibugu have also made the cut, joining the top contenders for the top prize. The competition is expected to be fierce in the final round, with several players still in contention for the top spots.
Greg Snow expressed his satisfaction with his performance in the second round, stating that he gave himself good opportunities and was able to convert a number of them, especially towards the end. He emphasized that his focus now is to play another solid round in the final round and maintain his position. Snow's determination and confidence will be crucial in the final round.
Ronald Rugumayo, the tournament leader, also shared his thoughts on his performance, noting that he got off to a good start and managed to maintain the momentum throughout the round. He finished with two eagles, which he considered a great achievement. However, Rugumayo emphasized that there is still one more round to play, and he needs to remain focused to secure the top prize.
The Pearl of Africa Golf Series has attracted top golfers from across the region, with players from Uganda, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, and England competing for the top prize. The tournament has been a significant platform for golfers to showcase their skills and compete against the best in the region. The final round is expected to be highly competitive, with several players still in contention.
The final round of the Pearl of Africa Golf Series is set to take place on Saturday, with the top 30 players competing for the top prize. Greg Snow will look to build on his impressive performance in the second round and secure a top finish. With a strong field of competitors, the final round is expected to be highly exciting and unpredictable.
Key points
- Greg Snow moves to fourth place at Pearl of Africa Golf Series with a 5-under-par 66 in the second round.
- Ronald Rugumayo leads the tournament with a score of 11-under 131.
- The final round of the Pearl of Africa Golf Series takes place on Saturday, with a prize purse of KSh 2.5 million and OWGR/WAGR points up for grabs.
