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Ladies shine at Umhlanga Classic lawn bowls
Winners of the Umhlanga Classic: Susan Nel, Glenda Matthews, Linda Didlick and Kim Christensen. Photo: Jason Lott Image: Jason Lott Cheryl Waterman The highly anticipated annual Umhlanga Ladies' Classic Tournament took place last weekend, once again confirming its status as a premier event on the sponsored lawn bowls calendar. With an enticing prize pot sponsored by the Sovereign Group and Holborn Investments – R20 000 for first place, R10 000 for second and R6 000 for third – the competition was as fierce as it was festive. A total of 28 sides battled it out over a demanding five-game format – three 15-end games on Saturday, followed by another 15-end game and a longer 18-end decider on Sunday. Despite the high stakes, the tournament was filled with laughter, sportsmanship and camaraderie – qualities that define the spirit of lawn bowls. The greens were awash with colour and flair as teams donned matching shirts, suggesting that fashion is becoming an exciting new feature of sponsored bowling events. The lively atmosphere and visual spectacle only added to the buzz of the weekend. Topping the podium was the formidable foursome of Glenda Matthews, Susan Nel, Linda Didlick and Kim Christensen, whose strategic play and consistent performance earned them the R20 000 first prize. Hot on their heels were Hillary's Bridget White, Talia Russon, Aileen Ramsden and Linda Meyer taking second place, while the Hillcrest team of Jill Buzzard, Stella Tweedie, Claire Murray and Rowena Wepener rounded out the top three. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ Second place in the Umhlanga Classic: Bridget White, Talia Russon, Aileen Ramsden and Linda Meyer. Photo: Jason Lott Image: Jason Lott District stalwart, Susan Nel, who has now claimed a top prize for three consecutive years, was full of praise for the event. 'This is always a wonderful tournament,' she said. 'There's tough competition, great friendships and it's a pleasure to be part of something so well-run. Hats off to Umhlanga Bowling Club and their generous sponsors.' Many participants echoed her sentiments, offering glowing feedback. Some described the club as stunning, the facilities as top-class and the atmosphere as exceptionally friendly and welcoming. Third place in the Umhlanga Classic: Rowena Wepener, Claire Murray, Jill Buzzard and Stella Tweedie. Photo: Jason Lott Image: Jason Lott Compliments poured in for the slick organisation and the sheer fun of the weekend. With such acclaim, it was no surprise that bookings for the 2026 edition began flooding in before the awards ceremony had ended. Teams from as far afield as Gauteng have requested their entry for next year be confirmed. The action continues at Umhlanga BC this coming weekend, with the PNB Masters taking centre stage.
Zawya
28-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Sovereign PPG Qatar appoints Mindy Tan as Business Development Manager to strengthen Middle East-Asia Business Connections
Doha: Sovereign PPG, a leading corporate services provider in the GCC, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mindy Tan as Business Development Manager in its Qatar office. This strategic hire supports Sovereign PPGs continued focus on driving business setup in Qatar while enhancing support for Asian investors entering the Middle East market. Born in Singapore and having spent many years in Australia, Mindy brings a global perspective and deep industry expertise to the team. With a professional background in financial services, Mindy has a unique blend of commercial insight and client advisory skills including Financial Advisory, Assets Distribution and International Tax Planning. Mindy has transitioned into the corporate services sector, driven by a passion for supporting international businesses in establishing a strong presence in Qatar and the wider GCC region. Fluent in English and Mandarin, Mindy plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between Asia and the Middle East. She works closely with Sovereign PPG's Singapore and Hong Kong offices to facilitate seamless market entry and business expansions into the GCC region. Mindy is also slated to participate in a number of high-profile Asia–Middle East initiatives, including the prestigious Belt and Road Summit 2025 in Hong Kong later this year. Her bilingual proficiency, combined with strong financial expertise, uniquely positions her to support Asian clients seeking trusted, strategic entry into the Middle Eastern market. Commenting on her new role, Mindy said, 'Qatar offers significant opportunities for Asian businesses through its strategic location, pro-investment policies, and growing demand across sectors like energy, infrastructure and technology. I am thrilled to be part of a team dedicated to streamline the setup process and delivering tailored support to clients through every stage of their journey.' Mindy's appointment underscores Sovereign PPG's commitment to building long-term partnerships and delivering high-value corporate services in Qatar. Her expertise in business development and cross-border strategy further enhances the company's offering to foreign investors, entrepreneurs, and corporations seeking seamless expansion into Qatar's evolving economic landscape. About Sovereign PPG: Sovereign PPG is the leading corporate services provider in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, the wider UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. As part of the Sovereign Group, we also assist private clients and retirement planning services to generate, structure and protect their income and assets in the most efficient way. Sovereign PPG key services include outsourced PRO, Visa support, HR Services, Accountancy & Bookkeeping; Payroll for LLC companies, foreign branches and rep offices as well as freezone, mainland and offshore companies. Sovereign PPG is on a mission to provide security, transparency, speed, efficiency and local knowledge to international corporations and investors wishing to set up and run their business in the GCC.
