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Khaleej Times
01-04-2025
- Sport
- Khaleej Times
Hymas & Stanford triumph at Jumeirah Pairs by The Brain & Performance Centre
The March edition of the Jumeirah Pairs, presented by The Brain & Performance Centre, a DP World Company, saw an electrifying contest unfold over the Fire Course at Jumeirah Golf Estates. A packed field of 60 members and guests turned up for this ever-popular event, where precision, teamwork, and strategy were put to the ultimate test. Rising to the occasion, Nick Hymas and Richard Stanford delivered a masterclass in consistency, storming to victory with a blemish-free 12-under-par net 60 (gross 66). Their round was laced with six gross birdies, showcasing their seamless synergy on the course. Reflecting on their triumph, Hymas was all praise for his playing partner and the course conditions. 'Richard and I were in sync all day, making smart decisions and feeding off each other's confidence. "The Fire Course was in immaculate shape, and we owe a huge thanks to the Agronomy Team at Jumeirah Golf Estates and our sponsors, The Brain & Performance Centre. These Jumeirah Pairs events always have a special atmosphere, and we love being part of them.' The competition followed a Pairs Scramble format, with men playing from the Composite Tees and women from the Forward Tees. Each player was required to contribute a minimum of six tee shots, ensuring a true test of partnership and strategy. Close behind the champions, Daniel Lobel and Arjun Khanna posted an impressive 10-under-par net 62, just two shots adrift of the winners. Meanwhile, the battle for third place came down to a nail-biting three-way countback, with Kehar Narismulu and James Strang edging out their rivals to claim the final podium spot at 9-under-par net 63. In the Gross Division, Adam Hodgkins and Zak Taher produced a stellar performance of their own, carding a brilliant 7-under-par gross of 65. Their round featured a stunning four-birdie streak from holes 8 to 11, underscoring their remarkable shot-making ability. Results: Net Division: N. Hymas & R. Stanford – 60 (12 Under) D. Lobel & A. Khanna – 62 (10 Under) K. Narismulu & J. Strang – 63 (9 Under) (won on countback) R. O'Shea & C. Burns – 63 (9 Under) Gross Winners: Z. Taher & A. Hodgkins – 65 (7 Under) With thrilling performances and a fiercely contested leaderboard, the latest edition of the Jumeirah Pairs once again proved why it remains one of the most anticipated events in the JGE golfing calendar.
Khaleej Times
25-02-2025
- Sport
- Khaleej Times
Purdy and Bainbridge win February Jumeirah Pairs with dominant performance at JGC
'We played incredibly well today,' said Thomas Purdy (5), reflecting on the exceptional performance he and his partner, David Bainbridge (Scr), put together to claim victory in the February edition of the Jumeirah Pairs, hosted by The Brain & Performance Centre, a DP World Company. The duo finished with an impressive 45 Stableford points, outshining a competitive field of 108 members and their guests. Played in a Pairs Betterball Stableford format on the Earth Course, with competitors teeing off from the Composite Tees for men and the Forward Tees for women, the tournament provided plenty of challenges. Bainbridge's five birdies and Purdy's steady round, including birdies on holes 13 and 15, led them to victory. Their strong performance earned them the win on a back-nine countback, edging out Nick Hymas (14) and Richard Stanford (13), who also finished with 45 points. Reflecting on their victory, Purdy said: 'David and I played incredibly well today, and we both greatly enjoyed the challenge of the Earth course. The course was in immaculate condition, and we extend our gratitude to the Agronomy Team at Jumeirah Golf Estates. 'We also appreciate the support of our sponsors, The Brain and Performance Centre, for delivering a fantastic event." Cameron McWhinnie, Assistant Golf Services Manager at Jumeirah Golf Estates, said at the prize presentation, which was attended by 2025 Jumeirah Golf Estates Lady Captain Tanya Harrison: 'It was a hotly contested event, with the top ten pairs all within two shots of each other, which added a great competitive atmosphere to the already much-anticipated event.' Results (Stableford Points, BetterBall Format)
