Peter Githinji emerged as the overall winner of the inaugural Standard Investment Bank Golf Tournament after posting an impressive 42 points during a competitive outing at the par-72 Ruiru Sports Club on Saturday.
The event attracted 228 golfers, drawing together corporate executives, club members, amateur players and golf enthusiasts for what turned out to be a memorable day on the course.
Playing off handicap 15, Githinji delivered a steady and disciplined performance to finish at the top of the leaderboard and claim the top prize in the tournament’s first edition.
Speaking after his victory, Githinji said he was delighted to win the event, praising both the course conditions and the level of competition.
“I am delighted to win the inaugural Standard Investment Bank Golf Tournament. The course was in excellent condition, and the competition was very strong, so this victory means a lot,” he said.
He also welcomed the growing involvement of corporate organisations in golf, noting that such events help promote the sport while creating opportunities for networking and professional engagement.
In the men’s category, John Gitau claimed top honours with 40 points, finishing ahead of Michael Nderitu, who returned 39 points to take second place.
The ladies’ title went to Rose Kagio, who carded 37 points to edge out Lucy Mwangi on countback after the two golfers finished level on points.
Kelvin Metto, playing off handicap three, won the Gross title with a score of 74, while Timothy Kariuki emerged as the Guest Winner after posting 39 points.
In the junior category Wilson Mwangi showed impressive results, getting 39 points, whereas George Kinyua managed to win Division Two with the same result. The First Nine Men’s prize was given to Julius Kamau with the score of 20 points on the first nine holes.
This event was the first golf competition organised by Standard Investment Bank in Ruiru Sports Club, showing its support of the game.
According to the organisers, the tournament turned out successful and they believed that such an event would become a regular one on the Kenyan corporate golf calendar.
