Koreans dominate podium at FCC Nations Cup golf tourney

Published March 15th 2011. Phnom Penh Post

 Korea Blue Team with the trophy

Teams from South Korea took the lion's share of the honours in the third edition of the FCC Nations Cup golf tournament at the Angkor Golf Resort in Siem Reap over the weekend.

Led by star performer Mun Dueokyeon, the Blue Korean team clinched the trophy with a combined score of 230, three points ahead of compatriots Korean White. The combined Belgium and USA team finished third with a score of 200 points in the two day event.

The Addicts Golfing Society of South India

The Addicts Golfing Society of South India recently visited Angkor Golf Resort for their annual 'International' trip.

A total of 58 Addicts journeyed from various parts of India to pay homage to the Angkor Wat temples and compete on the greens of Angkor. The golf event used the stableford scoring system; with eventual winner Mr. Rakesh Chadda coming out on top with 42 points.

Addicts organizer; Cdr LM Krishnan hailed Angkor Golf Resort as one of the best courses they have visited on their annual pilgrimage to exotic golf destinations. Particular praise was given to the immaculate condition of the course which allowed for such an enjoyable round of golf.

'Addicts' organizer; Mr. Krishnan conveyed this enthusiasm by confirming a number of Addicts to play in the Annual Angkor Amateur Open in August. He resolutely said "we will return".