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Khaleej Times
14-07-2025
- Sport
- Khaleej Times
Seven-birdie surge powers Shankar and Shewakramani to BMW Open victory
The summer heat didn't stop the action at Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club on July 13th, as the BMW Open Social returned in style, drawing a spirited field of golfers for a day of camaraderie and competition. With AGMC once again backing the event, the better ball stableford format brought out some brilliant team play under clear skies. Leading the charge were Adhip Shankar and Suresh Shewakramani, who turned in a phenomenal round to post 50 stableford points, powered by a sizzling string of seven net birdies and four net eagles. Their dominant display earned them top honours and set a high bar for the rest of the field. Standout performances weren't limited to the overall winners. Dae II Kim and Youngkoo Kang walked away with Best Front Nine after carding 25 points, while Bimal Jain and Jasim Malik closed strong to clinch Best Back Nine with 23 points. A regular fixture on the club's calendar, the BMW Open Social has become known for its blend of relaxed atmosphere and razor-sharp golf. The event also reflects the strong partnership between Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club and AGMC, delivering memorable experiences for players of all levels.
Khaleej Times
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
BMW Open Social dazzles in Sharjah with stellar scores and summer spirit
Under the fierce glare of the summer sun, golf balls flew and spirits soared at Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club, where the BMW Open Social brought together a mix of golfers for a sizzling day of competition and camaraderie. 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.
