THE CLEARWATER BAY EXECUTIVE NINE JUNIOR SUMMER OPEN 2011

Venue : The Clearwater Bay Golf and Country Club (HONG KONG)
Event Date : 25 Jun 2011 - 25 Jun 2011
Event Time : 7:00 AM - 11:59 PM



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Birthday boy Manassero sets record as youngest winner (Maybank Malaysian Open 2011)

ITALIAN teenager Matteo Manassero, who only turned professional less than a year ago, earned a US$416,660 birthday present after becoming the youngest ever golfer to win the Malaysian Open title at the Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club yesterday.

Manassero, who will be 18-years-old tomorrow, started the celebrations early as a closing four-under 68 gave him a total of 16-under 272 and it saw off challenges from Frenchman Gregory Bourdy and Northern Ireland star Rory McIlroy.

The dashing Italian had a crucial eagle on the 10th hole to thank for his one-stroke win over Bourdy, who battled to a five-under 67.

McIlroy, the world No. 9, battled magnificently on the back nine to give himself a chance to win the title but failed to find the crucial birdie at the last hole to force a playoff with Manassero and settled for a three-under 69 for third place on 274.



The leaders had 27 holes to play on the final day after six hours of weather delays earlier in the week, with McIlroy immediately extending his two-shot overnight advantage to three with a birdie at the par-five 10th.

But the 21-year-old McIlroy was passed by Manassero and Alexander Noren of Sweden before the end of the third round after dropping two shots at the short 15th.

Manassero, on the other hand, birdied both par threes on the back nine for a five-under 67 that left him 12-under with one round to go alongside Noren.

In the final round, Manassero completed the first nine holes on 35 but his game lifted with the eagle on the 10th.

Two birdies more and a lone bogey ensured Manassero’s place in history as he eclipsed Noh Seung-yul of South Korea as the youngest champion. Seung-yul won the title last year at 19.

And Manassero was beaming with pride as he collected the trophy and winning cheque from Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.

Manassero will also break into the world top 50 for the first time with the win as the Maybank Malaysian Open this year was accorded the highest ranking points due to the elite field.

The winner gets 40 points and yesterday was also Manassero’s second European Tour title in his young career.

Manassero was the youngest winner in European Tour history when he won the Castello Masters in Valencia last year.

“It’s fantastic. To have another title two days before my 18th birthday, it’s a great achievement,” he said.

He felt the eagle on the 10th was the turning point as he started to pull his game strongly.

“Two great up and downs from the bunker and then holing a nine iron on the 10th (for eagle) was maybe the turning point and made me think of the possibility of winning,” added the European Rookie of the Year.

“It was not easy. It was tough. The course is really tight and all the players were doing good and playing well.

“It’s just not easy to concentrate, especially to stay calm. I managed quite well. Fortunately, I ended up like this. I’m happy to get my second title after 11 months as a pro.”

On how he planned to celebrate his birthday tomorrow, Manassero said that he would return to Verona for a gathering with his family and close friends.

“I will also be looking at altering my playing schedule now that I may be inside the world top 50,” he said.

“I am just looking at a few Majors and the TPC (The Players Championship) right now. Things will definitely change.”




Final round scores
272: Matteo Manassero (Ita) 66-71-67-68.

273: Gregory Bourdy (Fra) 71-69-66-67.

274: Rory McIlroy (Nir) 69-64-72-69.

275: Rafael Cabrera-Bello (Spa) 69-70-69-67, Alexander Noren (Swe) 64-69-71-71.

276: Felipe Aguilar (Chi) 70-70-66-70.

278: Simon Dyson (Eng) 70-64-76-68.

279: Siddikur Rahman (Ban) 68-71-71-69.

280: Alejandro Canizares (Spa) 69-72-68-71, Martin Kaymer (Ger) 70-71-67-72.

281: Stephen Gallacher (Sco) 67-70-72-72, Charl Schwartzel (Rsa) 73-71-67-70.

282: Robert Rock (Eng) 70-71-70-71, Shiv Kapur (Ind) 71-69-71-71, Soren Kjeldsen (Den) 73-70-72-67, James Morrison (Eng) 69-71-70-72.

283: Thongchai Jaidee (Tha) 73-71-68-71, Soren Hansen (Den) 70-72-72-69, Joost Luiten (Ned) 72-69-71-71, Jason Knutzon (Usa) 70-71-71-71, Baek Seuk-hyun (Kor) 70-73-70-70, Nicolas Colsaerts (Bel) 70-70-72-71, Daniel Gaunt (Eng) 69-69-71-74, Danny Lee (Nzl) 71-67-70-75, Brett Rumford (Aus) 69-68-72-74.

284: Kodai Ichihara (Jpn) 71-71-74-68, Peter Lawrie (Irl) 70-71-73-70, Pablo Larrazabal (Spa) 70-70-71-73, Tim Stewart (Aus) 73-71-70-69, Kenichi Kuboya (Jpn) 74-70-65-74, Mark Brown (Nzl) 73-71-70-69.

285: Jamie Donaldson (Wal) 68-73-71-73, Marcus Fraser (Aus) 69-73-72-71, Raphael Jacquelin (Fra) 71-73-69-72.

286: Chan Yih-shin (Tpe) 70-74-73-69, Chinnarat Phadungsil (Tha) 73-69-71-73, Tetsuji Hiratsuka (Jpn) 71-69-71-75, Michael Campbell (Nzl) 73-67-70-76, Paul Waring (Rsa) 71-69-70-76, George Coetzee (Aus) 73-71-74-68.

287: Maarten Lafeber (Ned) 74-68-69-76, James Kingston (Rsa) 71-71-71-74, Thaworn Wiratchant (Tha) 72-68-73-74, Prayad Marksaeng (Tha) 71-72-69-75, Danny Chia (Mas) 71-73-67-76.

288: Marcus Both (Aus) 71-70-72-75, Jeev Milkha Singh (Ind) 67-76-69-76, Hwang Inn-choon (Kor) 72-71-65-80, Chapchai Nirat (Tha) 71-72-69-76, Gareth Maybin (Nir) 73-71-74-70, Pablo Martin (Spa) 73-65-82-68.

289: Rhys Davies (Wal) 72-70-70-77, Graeme Storm (Eng) 71-70-75-73, Anirban Lahiri (Ind) 75-68-74-72, Tano Goya (Arg) 72-71-72-74, Boonchu Ruangkit (Tha) 71-72-75-71; David Horsey (Eng) 72-72-71-74.

290: Darren Beck (Eng) 67-71-76-76, Lin Wen-tang (Tpe) 70-72-75-73, Pariya Junhasavasdikul (Tha) 75-68-75-72.

291: Bernd Wiesberger (Aut) 71-72-72-76, Chris Rodgers (Eng) 69-74-74-74, Udorn Duangdecha (Tha) 73-70-76-72.

292: Alastair Forsyth (Sco) 72-71-74-75, Liang Wenchong (Chn) 70-69-75-78.

293: John Parry (Eng) 74-68-74-77, Scott Barr (Aus) 69-73-74-77, Chawalit Plaphol (Tha) 69-73-74-77, Mardan Mamat (Sin) 73-70-73-77, Gavin Flint (Aus) 71-73-73-76.

294: Kwanchai Tannin (Tha) 69-72-74-79.

295: Louis Ooosthuizen (Rsa) 69-75-76-75.

296: Peter Karmis (Rsa) 73-71-77-75, David Drysdale (Sco) 69-72-79-76.


Link : http://thestar.com.my/sports/story.asp?file=/2011/4/18/sports/8502549&sec=sports

RORY MCILROY SHARES LEAD WITH ALEXANDER NOREN AT THE MAYBANK MALAYSIAN OPEN 2011

Rory McIlroy in action at MMO 2011



Kuala Lumpur, 15 April 2011 - World number nine Rory McIlroy lit up the Maybank Malaysian Open with a sensational eight-under-par 64 in the second round to hold the joint clubhouse lead with Alexander Noren at the Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club.

The 21-year McIlroy, who has a two-day total of 11-under-par 133, took full advantage of ideal scoring conditions with an outward 31 before adding three more birdies coming home.

"I hit the ball well and gave myself chances and made some putts. 11-under after two days here is a great effort considering I've travelled so far and not seeing the course. I'm happy with how I played. The greens were a little better this morning for us - we were the first ones on them. I started well. I was five under through nine and kept it going on my second nine. Would have been nice to have hold that putt on the last but I'm in a great position going into the weekend."

Overnight leader, Noren, let the humidity get the better of him as he bogeyed the 15th Hole, Par 3 of the KLGCC West Course to produce a round of three-under-par 69 at the USD2.5 million event which is co-sanctioned by the Asian Tour and European Tour.

"I had great 14-holes but the heat got to me because it was so hot and I was just counting how many holes I had left. I started very nicely and hit two greens on the par fives in two and made easy birdies. It was fun."

England's Simon Dyson who beat McIlroy at the 2009 Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, matched McIlroy’s stunning round with a 64 to move up to third, one shot back.

"I played good. I wasn't feeling my best yesterday and went back to my room and straight to bed. I woke up this morning and felt better again and managed to get it going with eight birdies and no bogeys. I'm really pleased with that."

Malaysia's Danny Chia carded a one-under-par to tie at 42nd position with the likes of Mardan Mamat and Alastair Forsyth with five-holes remaining. He is currently the best scoring Malaysian going into the weekend.

Ben Leong, who did well in the first round, failed to continue his rhythm as he sunk four-bogeys in the second round for a three-over-par before play was suspended due to darkness.

Malaysia's amateur golfer, Chan Tuck Soon, who produced a one-under-par in the first round, crashed in the second round. Chan marked three bogeys, one double bogey and a triple bogey for a combined total of four-over-par 148.

Round two of the Maybank Malaysian Open 2011 was suspended at 3:37pm due to lightning and play resumed at 6:15pm without any changes atop the leader board. Play was suspended again at 7:16pm due to darkness. 77 players did not complete round two and will continue tomorrow at 7.40 am.

Making history as the first ever co-sanctioned tournament in Asia by both the European and Asian Tours in 1999, the Maybank Malaysian Open 2011 will feature top players from the rankings of both these world-leading circuits to make up the 156-player line-up.

Points earned at the Maybank Malaysian Open 2011 will go towards the Asian Tour Order of Merit, and will also add to the player's 2011 Race to Dubai Ranking, granting them a chance to qualify for the season-ending Dubai World Championship.

The 50th edition of the Maybank Malaysian Open will see a dazzling display of golf as our Malaysian professionals compete with some of the world's best players for the championship title. With a USD 2.5 million prize purse up on offer, spectators can expect an exciting tournament this April. The four-day co-sanctioned event will take place at the West Course of the Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club from 14th - 17th April 2011.

Link : http://www.mgaonline.com.my/articledetail.asp?id=3169

Champions of 2011 Malaysian Amateur Close

National elite player, Gavin Kyle Green proved he is still the player to beat, when he nabbed the Malaysian Amateur Close title for the third time in a row. Shooting an even-par 72 final round, he finished with a total of 216 for the three-day tournament.

Gavin, 18, held on to his stride since yesterday and produced a steady round of five birdies, three bogeys and one double-bogey to triumph over day one leader Ng Choo Teck by five strokes.

Choo Teck, 19, fired a disappointing three-over-par 75 to settle for the runner-up spot with five-over-par 221while Abel Tam, who closed his round today with a 71 was third on 8-over par 224 total.

"It feels good to be the champion for the third time in a row as it is not an easy feat to achieve," exclaimed Gavin. "I was aware of the pressure and was quite nervous at the start of the week but I managed to keep my cool. My long game has improved tremendously, currently I'm working on my short game, sharpening it for the Maybank Malaysian Open."

The clear weather today also witnessed Isza Fariza Ismail holding tight on her lead and rounded the tournament with nine-over par 225 to take the top honor and the daily gross for day one in the Ladies category. "I'm glad that I managed to pull through today. The pressure was definitely there to maintain my lead," said the 17-year old lass. "The highlight would be on the 17th hole where I birdied and squared the next hole with my flight members."

The Kuala Lumpur Amateur champion, Iman Ahmad Nordin came in second with 226 while 16-year old Nur Durriyah Damian took third placing. A total of 76 men and 13 ladies battled it out for the coveted title. This tournament is also one of the three qualifying events for the 109th Malaysian Amateur Open that will be held at the A' Famosa Golf Resort on May 19-22.

The top 15 men and 11 ladies from today's event qualified for the Malaysian Amateur Open.

RESULTS
Top 5 Men
216 Gavin Kyle Green 73-71-72
221 Ng Choo Teck 70-76-75
224 Abel Tam 82-71-71
225 Lam Yu Shuen 76-77-72
226 Tan Wei Chean 73-79-74

Top 5 Ladies
225 Isza Fariza Ismail 73-75-77
226 Iman Ahmad Nordin 79-71-76 Nur Durriyah Damian 74-76-76
229 Vivienne Chin Ven Yi 73-78-78
230 Janice Ling Hui Shin 83-76-71

Seung-yul back to defend Malaysian Open title this month

http://thestar.com.my/sports/story.asp?file=/2011/4/1/sports/8392452&sec=sports

PETALING JAYA: South Korean Noh Seung-yul (pic) will be back to defend the Maybank Malaysian Open title in the tournament, which will be held at the Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club from April 14-17.

Other former champions have also joined the cast, among them American Anthony Kang, Thai Thongchai Jaidee, Swede Peter Hedblom and Scot Alastair Forsyth.


Seung-yul, whose triumph at last year’s Malaysian Open helped him become the youngest-ever player to win the Asian Tour Order of Merit at 19 years old, recently qualified for his first WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship as one of the top 64 players in the world rankings.

“I had to adjust to the scorching weather the first time I played in Malaysia,” he said.

“This time, I’m mentally and physically prepared to withstand the heat in order to defend my title.”

Seung-yul added that winning the title last year was exceptionally meaningful because he managed to defeat his idol, K.J. Choi.

The 50th edition of the Malaysia Open have also attracted the participation of some of the best golfers in the world. In the fray are world No. 1 Martin Kaymer of Germany, Ireland’s Rory McIlroy and South Africans Louis Oosthuizen and Charl Schwartzel.

Points earned at the Open will go towards the Asian Tour Order of Merit and will give players a chance for the season-ending Dubai World Championship.

The four-day co-sanctioned event by both the Asian and European Tours offers a total purse of US$2.5mil.

Maybank Malaysian Open 2011

Junior Golf Clinic

Link : http://www.maybankmalaysianopen.com/tournament/index.php?strMode=tournament&ticatid=6

Venue Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club
No. 10 Jalan 1/70D
Off Jalan Bukit Kiara
60000 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia

Tel: +60 3 2093 1111
Fax: +603 2093 3393
Website: www.klgcc.com

Date Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Programme


Registration : 2.30pm at The Driving Range
Clinic Starts : 3.00pm at The Driving Range
Clinic Ends : 4.30pm
Light Refreshment : 5.00pm at The Driving Range
Professional : 3 Professionals will be provided by GlobalOne
Goody Bags : Upon registration each junior will receive a MMO2011 cap
Number of Players : 100 juniors (40 MGA, 30 Maybank, 30 KLCC Academy)

2011 MercedesTrophy Masters Final to be held at the Rose Garden

2011 MercedesTrophy Masters Final to be held at the Rose Garden

The 2011 MercedesTrophy Masters Final, which is the final round of the 9th MercedesTrophy Junior Golf Championships, will be held at the Rose Garden Country Club from 11 – 13 May 2011.

This year’s MercedesTrophy Masters Final will feature the top 90 Thai qualifiers from the 7 qualifying rounds in the Championship as well as golfers from other Asian countries such as China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Myanmar and Singapore.

The tournament is played over 54 holes of stroke play with the competitors divided into 3 classes for boys and girls as follows:

Girls 12 and under
Boys 12 and under
Girls 14 and under
Boys 14 and under
Girls 18 and under
Boys 18 and under
The top finishing Thai golfer in each of the six classes will represent the Mercedes-Benz Junior Golf team at the Oceanico World Kids Golf Championship in Portugal in July.

Trophies will be awarded for the top 4 finishers in each of the boys classes and for the top 3 finishers in each of the girls classes and all participants will receive a certificate confirming they competed in the event.

Details regarding the regulations and support for foreign golfers participating in the MercedesTrophy Masters Final can be found under the
section on regulations.

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Elite Sportexcel Junior Golf Tournament 2011 (Kundang Lakes )

Under 9 Years Categories on 18 March 2011

NATIONAL JUNIOR GOLF CIRCUIT 2011 (MALAYSIA)

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ROYAL PEKAN HOSTED ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL JUNIOR CLINIC

Royal Pekan Golf Club in Pekan, Pahang successfully hosted the MGA State Junior Clinic on February 26 for Intermediate and February 27 for Beginners. 13 juniors turned up for the intermediate session and 56 juniors participated in the beginner session.

The Clinic was headed by MGA's Resident Pros, V. Gunalen and assisted by local Pro, Vinayagam for the Beginner's session.

The MGA State Junior Clinic is part of MGA's development program to introduce golf to the masses.

The juniors were taught fundamental golf swing, short game skills as well as rules of golf and course etiquettte. A 9-hole game was conducted for the intermediate session.

MGA gave thanks to Royal Pekan Golf Club for hosting the clinic and assistance given to MGA which contributed to the success of the clinic. MGA also thanked En Zailani Said, Timbalan Pengarah PPD Pekan and Royal Pekan Committee for being present as well as Cikgu Zaidi and En Azizul Rahim for their assistance. MGA State Reprpesentative for Pahang, En Jaafar Hj Abdullah was also present to lend support.

SUPER JUNIOR SQUAD FOR THE SUPER TALENTED UNDER 14

Appreciating that talent can be cultivated at a young age, KLGCC has joined hands with MGA and MST Golf Academy to introduce the 'National Junior Elite Development Programme' for budding golfers between the ages of 10 and 14 in the country.

The National Junior Elite Development Programme is aimed at creating national golfers who can compete in major international golf tournaments and possibly even the Olympics in the future.

The programme will see junior players undergo unique conditioning and learning insights similar to the training programmes adopted for the much older champion golfers who have displayed strong mental game which is key to consistency in golf.

The young golfers are selected based on eight specific traits, including self confidence, emotional stability and tough mental condition, which are said to be found in champion golfers as determined by Golfpsych Inc., USA.

"We are very excited about this new programme given that these young talents who can be groomed and trained from a tender age. We hope to see these youth golfers develop their skills and excel in the sport, with the aim of meeting international standards and doing their country proud one day. This is also very much in line with Sime Darby's commitment to promote sports development in the country," said Dato' Tunku Putra Badlishah.

Datuk Loh said these commendable initiatives will surely go far in helping junior golfers to live up to their potential as well as give them a competitive edge.

"Instituting these types of programmes is essential for the progress of the golfing industry in the country, and especially to stimulate national interest in the sport. It is truly a worthy effort by Sime Darby to invest in this unique programme and provide the junior golfers with an avenue for growth," he added.

Paul Gibbons, MST GOLF Director of Group Marketing, said MST Golf is proud to partner with Sime Darby and pave the way for golfers in Malaysia to enhance their abilities and further their golfing potential. "With continued commitment and enthusiasm, we are confident that both of these programmes will be a success," he noted.

The selected juniors are as follows:

Boys:

1. Aeaerishna S. Balakrishnan (Johor) - Age 11
2. Ervin Chang (KL) - Age 13
3. Amir Nazrin Jalani (Selangor) - Age 13
4. Ryan Wong (KL) - Age 12
5. Sim You Jin (Selangor) - Age 13
6. Khavish Varman Varadan (Selangor) - Age 11

Girls:

1. Kelie Kan (KL) - Age 13
2. Natasha Andrea Oon (KL) - Age 10
3. Loy Hee Ying (Johor) - Age 14
4. Chong Yong (Johor) - Age 13

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WORLD NO. 2 MARTIN KAYMER CONFIRMS PARTICIPATION AT THE MAYBANK MALAYSIAN OPEN 2011

Martin Kaymer, world no 2 golfer
Kaymer joins Louis Oosthuizen, Charl Schwartzel and Rory McIlroy for tournament

Kuala Lumpur, 24 February 2011 - Maybank today announced that German golf sensation, Martin Kaymer will add to the headlines of the 156-men playing field at the Maybank Malaysian Open 2011 alongside South Africa's Louis Oosthuizen and Charl Schwartzel and Ireland's Rory McIlroy at the Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club from 14 -17 April 2011.

Kaymer, 26, is currently ranked no. 2 in the world after recently claiming his third Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship title in four years to add to his three individual titles in 2010. He was also a member of the winning European Ryder Cup Team. He became the first player since Tiger Woods in 2006 to win three successive tournaments in a year and the first European to achieve this feat since Nick Faldo in 1989.

"We are delighted with Martin Kaymer's participation at the Maybank Malaysian Open celebrating its Golden Jubilee this year. This will surely raise the stakes in the game. To have such a sensational star alongside the three international golfers already confirmed - Oosthuizen, Schwartzel and McIlroy, will certainly add grandeur and interest in the Maybank Malaysian Open. This is by far our most impressive line up of players at the Maybank Malaysian Open," said Tan Sri Dato' Megat Zaharuddin Megat Mohd Nor, Chairman of Maybank.

Maybank also announced two local golfers Khor Kheng Hwai and Mohd Sukree Othman under its invitation to play alongside some of the world's best with hopes to create history as the first Malaysian winner.

Khor Kheng Hwai has participated in various major events in the span of his career including the Brunei Open 2010, The King's Cup 2010 and The Worldwide Holdings Selangor Masters 2009. Up to date, Khor's best result was produced at the Indonesia Presidential Invitational 2010 where he tied for 40th place.

Mohd Sukree Othman was among top 5 to qualify for the Maybank Malaysian Open through the National Qualifiers in 2010. Sukree emerged as runner-up in two separate occasions - Professional Golf Association ff Malaysia Golf Classic 2010 and the 18th HLA-Saujana Amateur Open 2005, which boosted the credentials of his career as an amateur.

"Khor and Sukree have both contributed to our local golf industry through their unwavering devotion and dedication in representing Malaysia in local and foreign competition. Khor's overseas participation has produced satisfactory outcomes, proving that it is possible for a local golfer to achieve a great feat playing in a foreign green. Sukree, on the other hand is revered as a dedicated professional golf coach. Together with the other Malaysia players, we hope our local boys will shine in this year's Open," added Tan Sri Dato' Megat Zaharuddin Megat Mohd Nor.

In addition to Maybank's exemption announcement, event organizers, GlobalOne has also announced one of their nominated players - Nicholas Fung who will participate at the Maybank Malaysian Open 2011 under Global One's invitation. 21-year old Nicholas Fung had a successful amateur career with several wins next to his name including the Sabah International Junior Masters in 2008.

"We have chosen Nicholas Fung as he has performed well in the last couple of years and feel he will be able to represent Malaysia to the best of his ability", said John Eu, Chief Executive Officer, GlobalOne.

Making history as the first ever co-sanctioned tournament in Asia by both the European and Asian Tours in 1999, the Maybank Malaysian Open 2011 will feature top players from the rankings of both these world-leading circuits to make up the 156-player line-up.

A star-studded field is expected at the 50th edition of the Maybank Malaysian Open vying for the USD 2.5 million prize purse and spectators can expect an exciting tournament this April. The four-day co-sanctioned event will take place at the West Course of the Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club from 14th - 17th April 2011.

Points earned at the Maybank Malaysian Open 2011 will go towards the Asian Tour Order of Merit, and will also add to the player's 2011 Race to Dubai Ranking, granting them a chance to qualify for the season-ending Dubai World Championship.

LINK : http://www.mgaonline.com.my/articledetail.asp?id=3148

GAVIN SHOOTS 8-UNDER-PAR 208 FOR A VICTORY AT BUKIT JALIL GOLF & COUNTRY RESORT

man goes wire-to-wire to win the Ladies Division of the Kuala Lumpur Amateur Open

Gavin Kyle Green, 18, pulled put birdies and an eagle for a 6-under-par 66 Friday to finish with an 8-under-par 208 to win the Men Division at the Kuala Lumpur Amateur Open. In the Ladies Division, Iman Ahmad Nordin, 19, fired 1-over-par 73 to pick up the win, finishing at 3-under-par 213.

Managed by the Malaysian Golf Association, the Kuala Lumpur Amateur Open features 110 players from Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and Myanmar. The event, which is being played for the fourth time in Bukit Jalil, is being sponsored by Berjaya Sompo Insurance Berhad also for the fourth consecutive time.

The Kuala Lumpur Amateur Open is a premier tournament that gathers the best amateurs around Malaysia and the neighbouring countries. Every year the event attracts a large number of participants to compete for the events top honours. This tournament has been included in the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) since 2008, which is managed by R&A.

Gavin knew that if he played safe and steady in the final round, he will secure the win as he was leading 2 strokes coming into the final round.

"I knew that I have a chance to win if I did not make any silly mistakes", Gavin said. "I was so happy when I scored an eagle at the 11th hole which boosted my confidence to win today."

Finished second in the Men Division is the first round leader, Kenneth de Silva who carded final round score of 4-over-par 76 for 3-day totals of 4-over-par 220. 1 stroke behind runner up is Singapore’s Koh Dengshan who scored 4-over-par 76 today for a 5-over-par 221 tournament total. Tied for fourth were Singapore's Lam Zhiqun, Ng Choo Teck from Rahman Putra and Tommy Chin, a Malaysian residing in Australia with 6-over-par 222s.

It may have seemed like Iman had a comfortable lead, but she didn't take things for granted. She knew that she had to play well in order to win as the field consisted of many good ladies amateurs.

"I am really happy to win the first state amateur open for the year," Iman said. "This win is for my parents who have supported me through thick and thin".

Jessica Lydia from Indonesia took second place after firing a 5-over-par 79 to finish with an 8-over-par 224 and tied for third are Yin May Myo of Myanmar and Nur Durriyah of Malaysia with a 12-over-par 228 for the three rounds.

Present at the prize giving ceremony were Mr Bryan Perera, Hon. Treasurer of MGA who praised the host club, Bukit Jalil Golf & Country Club for a job well done. He also thanked Mr Patrick Loh from Berjaya Sompo for continuing to be the title sponsor of the event for the fourth consecutive year.

Mr Hew Tiong Siong, Club Manager of Bukit Jalil and Mr Valen Tan, Head of Operations, Berjaya Club were also present at the ceremony.

Result ;
http://www.mgaonline.com.my/files/KLAO%2011%20-Final%20Result%20KLAO%202011%20MEN.pdf


http://www.mgaonline.com.my/files/KLAO%2011%20-%20Final%20Result%202011%20LADIES.pdf

PERLIS AMATEUR OPEN 2011 PERLIS INTERMEDIATE AMATEUR OPEN 2011

Perlis Amateur Open 2011 & the Perlis Intermediate Amateur Open 2011 will be held at Kelab Golf Putra from 19th - 21st March 2011

LINK : http://www.mgaonline.com.my/articledetail.asp?id=3146