Mbuthia wins the Old Mutual Nyeri leg

2023 Old Mutual Golf circuit second leg, First Nine winner James Wakibia tees off on the par-four fourth hole at the par-72, Nyeri Golf Club, October 27, 2023. [Mose Sammy, Standard] 

Nyeri Club chairman, Patrick Mbuthia led by example as he claimed the overall winner prize of the 2023 Old Mutual Golf circuit second leg at the par-72, Nyeri Golf Club course on Friday.

In form Mbuthia, playing off handicap 11, posted similar scores of 35 nett from both nines for a sterling final score of 2-under-70 to lift the coveted title at his home course.

The corporate club nite was sponsored by Old Mutual being the second one after the coastal leg which was hosted at Nyali Golf and Country Club in late August.

After two successful legs in Nyali and Nyeri, the tournament moves to Ruiru Sports Club on November 11, 2023 after that it heads to Kenya Railway Golf Club - on November 23, 2023, and VetLab Sports Club on December 6, 2023, before winding up at Karen Golf and Country Club - December 14, 2023.

Coming in second on 71(37+34) nett was Arthur Kamau playing off handicap 22 after edging out overall winner second Joel Githanda on a score of 71 nett.

Leading in Division two was handicap 32, Jacob Kingori with 70 nett.

Erick Njagi, playing off handicap 24, was the best among Old Mutual EA Group staff golfers upon returning 79 nett ahead of the Staff winner second, Onassis Ndegwa, playing off handicap 6 who carded 80 nett.

Handicap six, Richard Kibicho, inked the day's best nett score of 2-under par-69 to bag the Best Amateur prize.

Winning the First and Second nines were Angelo Nderi and James Wakibia with 32 and 33 nett, respectively.

Speaking at the prize-giving ceremony, Old Mutual EA Group CEO Arthur Oginga said the Old Mutual Golf circuits exemplify the group's belief in enhancing customer relations that go beyond financial solutions and networking sessions such as the series.

"Through these series, we seek to strengthen ties between Old Mutual EA Group and you, our valued customers. Old Mutual Golf Circuit is more than just a series of tournaments; rather, it symbolizes our unwavering dedication to enriching customer experiences." Oginga said.

Adding, "By uniting both current and potential customers through the pursuit of shared passions, we get to understand their needs and respond with our Integrated Financial Services solutions. Besides, these occasions not only honor sporting prowess but also serve as a stage for our valued customers to connect, engage, and create lasting memories."