The inaugural President’s Cup concluded on Friday at the par-72 Lake Victoria Serena Golf Course in Kigo, with Joseph Cwinya-ai and Peace Kabasweka claiming the men’s and women’s titles respectively.
Played in an individual match play format, the tournament — staged in honour of the current and former Uganda Golf Union presidents — attracted over 50 golfers who battled wet conditions across three competitive days.
National team captain Joseph Cwinya-ai produced a dominant performance to secure the men’s title. After defeating Reagan Akena in the semi-finals at the 15th hole, Cwinyaai advanced to face Andrew Ssekibejja in the final.
Ssekibejja had progressed to the final by walkover after Titus Okwong was unable to participate in their semi-final encounter. Cwinyaai maintained his composure in the final, closing out the match with victory at the 16th hole to lift the prestigious trophy.
On the women’s side, Peace Kabasweka continued her strong form, defeating Meron Kyomugisha in the final.
Kabasweka sealed the match at the 16th hole, capping a consistent tournament in which she had earlier knocked out Gloria Mbagutta in the semi-finals.
Speaking earlier in the tournament, both Cwinyaai and Kabasweka highlighted the importance of the President’s Cup in providing valuable competition experience, especially following Uganda’s recent success over Kenya at the Victoria Cup.
The winners walked away with UGX 6 million and UGX 2 million cash prizes for the men’s and women’s categories respectively.
