David Geraghty secured a notable victory in the November edition of the OMA Emirates Medalford, held in collaboration with Unique Properties at the Emirates Golf Club’s Majlis Course. Geraghty, playing off a 14 handicap, posted nines of 39 and 42, resulting in a winning net score of 68. As the net winner, he earned a coveted spot in the OMA Emirates International Invitational Series, set to take place from January 17th to 20th, 2025. This prestigious tournament will feature top players from around the world, and Geraghty’s qualification underscores his remarkable performance.
The competition, featuring a robust field of 74 players, included members from prominent golf clubs such as Emirates Golf Club, Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, Dubai Hills Golf Club, and the Emirates Golf Federation (EGF). The event was a display of talent, camaraderie, and sportsmanship, culminating in Geraghty’s exceptional performance. Other notable scores included Paul Byrne (8) with a net 69, securing the Division A category. Siog Moore triumphed in the Ladies’ Stableford event with an impressive 40 Stableford points.
Scott Campbell, the Vice-Captain of Emirates Golf Club, represented the 2024–2025 Men’s Captain, Joseph Andrade, who sent his apologies. Campbell expressed appreciation to all participants and acknowledged the continued support from OMA Emirates and Union Properties. 2024–2025 Lady Captain Josie Tracey assisted in the prize presentation ceremony. “I was slightly concerned about the pace of play, with not all players finishing in daylight following a 1 pm shotgun start. This is something we will need to monitor as the season progresses,” Campbell noted.
Results (Handicaps in Brackets). Overall: Geraghty (14) 68. Gross: Jackson 73. Divisions: Div A (Handicap 10 and Under): Byrne (8) 69, Sangal (9) 70, Scott (6) 73. Div B (Handicap 11 – 20): Geraghty (14) 68, Zhaoming (18) 71, Lee (18, Dubai Creek Resort) 71. Div C (Handicap 21 – 28): Jalif (22) 75. Gents Stableford: Dias (19) 37 Pts. Ladies’ Stableford: Moore 40 Pts. Silver Ladies’ Div: Chand 38 Pts. Bronze Ladies’ Div: Jain 40 Pts.
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