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DGC Ladies launch new season with ‘Return of the Queens to the Greens’
The DGC Ladies League officially opened its new season on September 17, with a special Ladies Day event, "Return of the Queens to the Greens”, at Doha Golf Club.
The Ladies Pairs Shamble Tournament brought together Doha Golf Club lady members and guests for an afternoon of golf, friendship, and celebration.
The event provided an opportunity to welcome new faces, reconnect with existing members and introduce more women to the growing DGC Ladies golfing community.
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he tournament produced closely contested results, with the winning pair decided by net countback.
Tournament results were:
n 1st Place: Rukkaiya Pachisa & Niamh McDaid
n 2nd Place: Lyndel Christensen & Marina Nikitina
n 3rd Place: Nicola Murdoch & Elina Ikstrums
The competition also featured several individual hole prizes.
Betty Faniega took the Longest Drive on Hole 3, while Lyndel Christensen was Closest to the Pin on Hole 6. Grapes Curilan won the Longest Putt Holed prize on Hole 9.
The event was designed not only to mark the start of another golfing season, but also to encourage greater women’s participation in golf and sport.
The DGC Ladies League welcomes women of all playing abilities, from experienced golfers to those new to the sport.
The aim is to create an inclusive, supportive environment where women can develop their golfing skills, build friendships, and become part of a growing sporting community.
Golf offers a unique combination of physical activity, mental focus and social interaction.
The DGC Ladies League also recognises the wider contribution that women’s sport can make to society.
By creating opportunities for women to participate, connect, and stay active, the league aims to help build a healthier, more inclusive, and connected sporting community in Qatar.
The DGC Ladies League hopes to build on the success of the opening event throughout the season, welcoming new members and continuing to expand the community of women enjoying golf in Qatar.
DGC Ladies captain Lyndel Christensen expressed her sincere appreciation to the main sponsor, Regal 360 Facilities Management, for its generous support.
Special thanks were also extended to the Doha Golf Club Pro Shop, Mayfair Hospitality and Doha Golf Club for their valued support in helping make the event a success.
For enquiries about joining the DGC Ladies League or to find out more about upcoming events, contact Doha Golf Club on +974 4496 0777.
The DGC Ladies League is ready to welcome the next generation of women to the game.