Showing posts with label Angkor Amateur Open; Nick Faldo. Show all posts
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Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Angkor Amateur Open 2011


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For registration, click here for Angkor Amateur Open entry form

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

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".

Saturday, August 14, 2010

Angkor Amateur Open 2010

Published on August 13th, 2010

Thailand based golfer; Scott Puzey won the 2010 Angkor Amateur Open at Siem Reap's; Angkor Golf Resort. Puzey shot a level par 72 on the immaculate Faldo designed course on the final day with an aggregate score of 149 to pip overnight leader Robin Briars by two shots.

 Winner of the Angkor Amateur Open 2010; Scott Puzey receiving trophy from HE Souphirin

Division B was a keenly contested battle with eventual winner HE Seng Chhay Our coming out on top.

Division C was more clear cut with HE Bin Chhin winning by 4 shots from nearest rival; Chea Sopheak.

Last years ladies runner up Lesley Saunderson avenged her narrow defeat by winning the 2010 division comfortably by 11 shots and also scooping the Nearest the Pin award

A hearty thanks must be given to Tiger Beer and Vittel water for providing the weekend's refreshments and Angkor Palace Resort for a wonderful Saturday nights entertainment.

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Dates Set for Angkor Amateur Open 2010

After the success of the 2009 Angkor Amateur Open, Angkor Golf Resort has confirmed the dates for this year’s event as being Friday, 6th August - Sunday, 8th August 2010.

The 2009 Open saw golfers from eight different countries around Asia and Europe compete over the Faldo course. A strong representation saw half the field with a handicap index of 10 and below.

"I am delighted that we are continuing the Angkor Amateur Open and we are hopeful in attracting more golfers from new destinations. The first year is always the hardest but now we have a solid foundation to build on I feel confident that the 2010 Open will be even more enjoyable and exciting” Adam Robertson, Manager stated.

The format of the event will remain the same as last year comprising of a two round, system 36 handicap format combined score over the two days. There will be different handicap sections allowing a more keenly contested event in each division. There will also be a gross score section which will ultimately decide the overall Angkor Amateur Open winner of 2010.

“We managed to capture the attention of a good many golfers from around the world with the first ever Amateur International Open in Cambodia, this year we wish to surpass all expectations by adding something different to the event. We are looking forward to show casing Angkor Golf Resort and Siem Reap as a unique golf destination” Robertson added.

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Dates set for Angkor Amateur Open 2010

Published Feb 3rd, 2010.

After the success of the 2009 Angkor Amateur Open, Angkor Golf Resort has confirmed the dates for this year’s event as being Friday, 6th August - Sunday, 8th August 2010.

The 2009 Open saw golfers from eight different countries around Asia and Europe compete over the Faldo course. A strong representation saw half the field with a handicap index of 10 and below.

 Angkor Golf Resort fine tunes for the 2010 Angkor Amateur Open

"I am delighted that we are continuing the Angkor Amateur Open and we are hopeful in attracting more golfers from new destinations. The first year is always the hardest but now we have a solid foundation to build on I feel confident that the 2010 Open will be even more enjoyable and exciting” Adam Robertson, Manager stated.

The format of the event will remain the same as last year comprising of a two round, system 36 handicap format combined score over the two days. There will be different handicap sections allowing a more keenly contested event in each division. There will also be a gross score section which will ultimately decide the overall Angkor Amateur Open winner of 2010.

“We managed to capture the attention of a good many golfers from around the world with the first ever Amateur International Open in Cambodia, this year we wish to surpass all expectations by adding something different to the event. We are looking forward to show casing Angkor Golf Resort and Siem Reap as a unique golf destination” Robertson added.

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Orgill clinches Angkor Open.

Published Aug 18th 2009. Phnom Penh Post

An enthralling final day’s golf saw Hong Kong golfer Tim Orgill win the Inaugural Angkor Amateur Open.

40 participants from 11 different countries battled it out over the lush fairways of Angkor Golf Resort. There were four handicap divisions which allowed all calibre of golfer to win the coveted division title. After the first day Nick Toon of Alpine Golf Club in Bangkok lead the field by one, shooting an even par 72 to Orgill’s 73. 

Hong Kong golfer Tim Orgill win the Inaugural Angkor Amateur Open


Local Cambodian golfer Ly Hong was a further 4 shots back. However under the blistering sun of the final day, Orgill reached the turn in one over par to Toon’s 6 over par. However, with dropped shots on hole 13 and a double bogey on 16, Toons chances faded as Orgill held his nerve to win by 5 shots.

Notable winners of Division A Nett score were Nick Toon, Runner Up Robin Briars. Division B His Excellency Suang Heng, with Runner Up and Angkor Golf Resort regular Georges Ramorasata. Division C saw the colourful Emmett Mc Henry claim the title with Lao golfer Tong Homsambath in second place.
Ladies Division winner Nattaya Oracha from Bangkok won her division from countback from Lesley Saunderson.

The shot of the tournament came from Dillard Cheek who aced hole 17 to win the Sponsored prize from Tiger Beer. A big thank you to all those who participated and the sponsors for making Open a truly memorable event.