Godwin Okoko Wins First Sunshine Development Tour Title
Godwin Okoko claimed his first Sunshine Development Tour title by winning the Rift Valley Championship at Nakuru Golf Club in Kenya. The event, held on Tuesday, was the eighth leg of the Sunshine Development Tour East Africa Swing.
Okoko finished with a five-under-par 68, totaling 209, which was enough to secure a one-stroke victory over Kenya's Simon Njogu, who finished with a score of nine under par at 210. Okoko's final round included six birdies and an eagle on the 16th hole, despite dropping shots on the fifth, eighth, and 12th holes.
He expressed his happiness about the win, stating it boosts his confidence for the next event in Nigeria. The victory earned him Ksh400,000 from a Ksh2 million prize purse and 210 Order of Merit points.
Edwin Mudanyi, who was the overnight leader, finished third with a score of six under par. The championship was sponsored by NCBA Bank and featured professionals and elite amateurs from the region.
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