BMW Open Social dazzles in Sharjah with stellar scores and summer spirit
Sponsored by AGMC the event delivered more than just sunshine and swings. It offered drama, rivalry, and standout performances across the beautifully groomed course.
The format was a better ball showdown, where teamwork was everything.
And no pair worked the course better than Suresh Shewakramani and Shahid Habib, who lit up the scoreboard with a jaw-dropping 15-under-par. Their round featured ten net birdies and three net eagles—a masterclass in strategy, shot-making, and sheer synergy.
The duo's flawless rhythm earned them top honours and bragging rights, walking away with the event's premier prize.
Not to be overlooked, the front and back nine saw their own moments of brilliance. Kim Daeil and Young Koo Kang torched the front nine with a blazing 7-under-par (29), while Mani Thandapani and Zamir Bukhari surged late with a superb 8-under-par (28) on the back nine. Eeach duo earning recognition for their standout stretches.
The BMW Open Social was more than just a tournament, it was a celebration of community, competition, and a shared love of the game.
From the first tee shot to the last putt, the event showed once again why Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club continues to be one of the UAE's most welcoming and well-run golf destinations.
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