Burugu, Ndei claim top honours at NCBA Golf Series at VetLab

Watson Burugu and Rachel Ndei emerged victorious at the NCBA Golf Series qualifying event held Saturday at VetLab Sports Club. Over 200 golfers competed for spots in the season-ending Grand Finale, scheduled for November 28 at Karen Country Club. Burugu secured the Overall Men's title with a gross score of 75, while Ndei claimed the Overall Ladies' championship with an 86 gross.

Steve Orinda and Joy Ndonga rounded out the top four in their respective categories. In Division Two, Pratik Mandaliya won the men's nett category with a 67 net score, while Grace Waiganjo claimed the ladies' title with a 65 net. Woochul Lee claimed Division Three with a 65 nett. Mathu Kiunjuri won the Junior category with a 77 gross, and Ashley Gachora took the Guest category with a 76 nett.

Apollo Asol won the Staff category with a 65 net. NCBA Group Director of Corporate Banking Charles Omondi applauded the series for providing a platform for golfers to compete and develop their skills. The VetLab tournament is part of the 2026 NCBA Golf Series, with the Grand Finale offering substantial prize money for the top finishers.