Nduva reveals improvement plan as chase for Kenya Open, Olympic slots begins
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Reading Time: 2min | Mon. 14.07.25. | 16:31
An eight-month event, replacing the Safari Tour, provides Kenyan golfers a chance to feature in the global competitions
Professional Golfers of Kenya (PGK) Equator Tour winner Daniel Nduva has welcomed the introduction of the series, and is keen to improve on his show as the competition heads to the second leg in Limuru from Thursday, 24 to Sunday, 27 July.
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The 29-year-old delivered a composed and clinical performance to win the opening leg at Ruiru Sports Club last week. The Nyali Golf & Country Club star played for an impressive 18-under par 274 after four rounds of action.
Nduva, who has spent the better part of his amateur playing career in South Africa, set the pace early in Ruiru with a sizzling 68 in the first round, followed by a solid 69 in Round two.
A brilliant 66 in Round three catapulted him to the top of the leaderboard heading into the final day, where he stayed composed, carding a steady 71 to edge out David Wakhu by two shots and seal the win.
“It feels very good to win the opening leg,” said Nduva. “Last year, professional golfers did not have many tournaments, but the PGK Equator Tour is a great platform for us to sharpen our game.”
With the competition acting as a qualifier for two international competitions, Nduva has opened up on areas he needs to improve to keep his form going.
“While my driver and putting were on point, distance control with wedges was a bit off in Ruiru. That is what I will be focusing on as I prepare for the next event,” Nduva offered after his exploits.
The eight-month tour will traverse twelve courses across the country, culminating in a grand finale scheduled for Thursday, 5 to Sunday, 8 February 2026 at Muthaiga Sports Club.
It forms part of PGK’s Player Development Plan (PDP), structured with mentorship and training programmes designed to equip Kenyan golfers with the skills, discipline, and exposure needed to thrive locally and internationally in competitive golf.
Competitors will also earn vital ranking points and qualification slots for the Kenya Open 2026, pursue their dreams of representing Kenya at the 2028 Olympics, and gain invaluable experience and exposure on a national stage.
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