Roy Kandie, a Nakuru Golf Club member with a handicap of 17.6, made history by sinking a hole-in-one at Royal Nairobi Golf Club during the Senator's Swing Golf Series. He achieved this remarkable feat on the par three Hole No. 8 using a rescue club. This was the first time a golfer had managed to pull off a hole-in-one in the entire history of the Senator's Swing Golf Series. Kandie's achievement has been hailed as one of the most extraordinary moments in recent Kenyan golfing history.
The hole-in-one was achieved during Kandie's opening nine holes at the prestigious venue. The timing of his feat was significant, as organisers had placed a 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace, valued at KSh4.5 million, as the prize for anyone who could hole their tee shot on that particular hole. Royal Nairobi Golf Club was quick to celebrate, hailing Kandie as its "hole in one hero" after the moment unfolded on the course.
For a golfer at Kandie's handicap level, the achievement carries even greater weight. Higher-handicap players are not typically associated with the precision required to hole a tee shot, making the moment all the more special and the reaction from the Royal Nairobi crowd all the more enthusiastic. Kandie's achievement is a testament to his skill and dedication to the sport.
The Senator's Swing series, under the patronage of Senator Allan Chesang, will next move to Kakamega on 10 October 2026. Tournament organisers acknowledged the support of sponsors, partners, players, and guests who made the event possible at Royal Nairobi Golf Club. The series has been gaining popularity, and Kandie's achievement is expected to inspire more golfers to participate in future events.
Kandie's memory of that single swing at Royal Nairobi is likely to outlast anything else from the day: one rescue club, one perfect strike, and a multimillion-shilling car to show for it. His achievement has been widely celebrated in the golfing community, and he is expected to be a role model for aspiring golfers. The Senator's Swing Golf Series has provided a platform for golfers to showcase their skills and compete for prizes.
The article was published on 4 Oct 2026 at 4:40 PM by Martin Moses, a sports journalist at TUKO.co.ke. Moses has over eight years of experience in sports journalism and has interviewed distinguished sports personalities. He joined TUKO.co.ke in 2024 and has been covering sports events, including the Senator's Swing Golf Series.
The Senator's Swing Golf Series has been a successful event, attracting golfers from different parts of the country. The series has also provided a platform for golfers to win prizes and gain recognition. Kandie's achievement is a highlight of the series, and his story is expected to inspire more golfers to participate in future events.
Key points
- Roy Kandie wins KSh4.5 million car after achieving a hole-in-one at Royal Nairobi Golf Club during the Senator's Swing Golf Series.
- The hole-in-one was achieved on the par three Hole No. 8 using a rescue club.
- The Senator's Swing series will next move to Kakamega on 10 October 2026.
