Mansell Wins on 104th Try

Teary Englishman embraces wife, who is here after 'good feeling' of 2023 and 2024

- Kimberly Kwek

After sinking his birdie putt on the 18th green of Laguna National Golf Resort Club's Classic Course, Richard Mansell let out a triumphant roar, pumped his fist and embraced his caddie, David Kenny.

With that final putt, the Englishman wrapped up his Porsche Singapore Classic campaign with a six-under 66 on March 23, sealing his first DP World Tour title with a 16-under 200 total, a stroke ahead of Japan's Keita Nakajima (65).

His celebration was brief as flightmate Fabrizio Zanotti had yet to complete his round. But, standing on the edge of the green, Mansell was overcome with emotions, wiping away tears as Kenny placed a comforting arm over him.

It was clear how special the moment was to the 29-year-old, who finally earned his first win on the circuit on his 104th try.

"I've worked so hard for it, it's been a lot of years and I've had chances before and failed quite a few times," said Mansell, adding that the key was staying patient even though he wanted the title so badly after several near misses.