Gichuki shines as Karen Club hosts over 100 women golfers
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The tournament also recognized special category winners, with Monica Kipchumba taking home the putting prize with 28 putts on countback
Home player Grace Gichuki delivered a commanding performance at the Karen Country Club’s 9th Ladies Medal Tournament held over the weekend, emerging as both the Division A winner with 69 nett and the overall Gross Winner with a score of 87.
The tournament, which brought together over 100 lady golfers, was sponsored for the fourth consecutive year by leading Integrated Marketing Communications agency, IMG Kenya.
In Division A, Gichuki was followed closely by Dorcas Mbalanya as runner-up with 70 nett, while Wayua Mululu secured third place with 73 nett.
In Division B, Sheila Change posted 68 nett on countback to take top honours, edging out Kate Murima, who also carded 68 nett.
Susan Omondi claimed third position in Division B with 70 nett.
In Division C, Nisha van Hoek impressed with a winning score of 68 nett. Among junior golfers, Wanjiku Mathu stood out as the winner with 70 nett on countback, showcasing the growing depth of young talent in women’s golf.
Among the guests, Tony Chege was the top performer, posting a score of 70 nett.
The tournament also recognized special category winners, with Monica Kipchumba taking home the putting prize with 28 putts on countback.
Milcah Kamere was awarded Best First Nine with 31 nett, while Minnie Waithera took Best Second Nine honours with 30 nett.
Speaking at the prize-giving ceremony, IMG Kenya CEO Peter Gacheru expressed pride in the company’s continued support for the tournament, noting IMG Kenya’s longstanding involvement in the sport for over 20 years through events such as the Magical Kenya Open, corporate golf series, and the Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing.
“At IMG Kenya, we have been in the golf space for over 20 years—organizing tournaments, helping brands connect through sport, and creating platforms for talent to shine. From the Magical Kenya Open to the Sunshine Development Tour, East Africa Swing, our mission remains clear: to make golf dynamic, inclusive, and impactful,” said Gacheru.
“We believe in golf’s power to inspire, to unite, and to help people dream big. That is why our support for events like this goes beyond sponsorship; it is part of a bigger story about growth, community, and opportunity,” he added.
