The imminent return of professional golf, thanks to Betway South Africa and the Sunshine Tour, has been met with excitement from some of the country’s top golfers.
In partnership with the Sunshine Tour, the leading sports betting and entertainment company is committed to ensuring the safe return of professional golf sets the tone for an enthralling finish to the remainder of the golfing calendar.
The Betway Championship officially tees off the first of five 54-hole tournaments today as part of the Rise-Up Series. The tournament will see some of the country’s best gracing the lush Killarney Country Club, with the final day being played on August 21.
Sharing his excitement on the resumption of golf, Betway ambassador Merrick Bremner explained that the return of golf comes as a huge relief for the players.
“The return of golf brings great excitement to us as golfers considering the huge amount of time we have spent not playing,” said Bremner.
“I am quite excited to be returning to the golf course and competing again thanks to Betway. It is unfortunate that we won’t be having any crowds, but it is important for all safety precautions to be taken for the safe resumption of golf.”
Bremner, who is fast becoming a household name with an impressive five Sunshine Tour victories, explained he was fortunate enough to be able to train during lockdown.
“Fortunately, I stay on a farm and this enabled me to stay sharp and remain active even without any real competition,” said Bremner.
“I am working even harder now that we are able to practise and look forward to participating in the upcoming Betway Championship.”
In addition to its sponsorship of the Betway Championship, the brand has introduced the Betway Birdie Challenge.
The challenge will award R25 000 to the player that finishes the series with the most birdies. The runner-up will receive R15 000 and the player that finishes in third position will receive R10 000.
