Elvis Muigua, the leader of the Kenya Amateur Golf Championships (KAGC) Series, aims to redeem his image at the Kiambu Scratch Championships, which tees off on June 15, with the final leg set for July 31 at the Kiambu Club. Muigua, who lost the title to Kenya One, Michael Karanga, at last year’s Club Championships, is determined to claim the crown this time around.
“This time, I want to try my best and win. Last year, I lost in the finals, but I have since rectified my mistakes ahead of next week’s event,” said Muigua.
Muigua, representing Kiambu, has been paired with N. Mburu on June 15, while Karanga will compete against S. Maina in an event that has attracted 32 golfers. The winners will advance to the second round on June 30, with the third round/quarterfinals scheduled for July 10. The semifinals will take place on July 20, and the Grand Finale is set for July 31.
Muigua, who is the series leader, tops the log with 346 points with Kenya Railways and Team Kenya captain John Lejirma second on 323 points. Karanga is third with 194 points. “My training is going well and I am sure I will be better than today just before the event,” said Muigua.
Muigua has had a successful start to the KAGC Series, winning the opening round of the Sigona Bowl and following it up with victories at the Great Rift Valley and Windsor Classic. He secured his fourth title at the Winston Churchill at Thika Greens.
On the other hand, Karanga has recorded one win in the KAGC Series, defending the Coronation Trophy title over the weekend in Nakuru. In Trans Nzoia County, Kitale Golf Club is set to host the Kingdom Bank tournament.
