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Rakbo and Margo win at Access October Monthly Medal

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October 15, 2025

THE Access October Monthly Medal 2025 saw Rakbo Perera accounting the overall Men’s win a scintillating round of 59 Nett, capturing both the Overall title and the Division C Nett and Gross (59 Nett, 83 Gross) crowns at the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) which attracted more than 280 golfers.

- By SHAMSEER JALEEL

Rakbo and Margo win at Access October Monthly Medal

His consistent play underlined his growing dominance on the RCGC circuit. Darshana Maralanda ended runner-up in the same division.

Among the Ladies, Margo Sellayah produced a composed and steady round to win the Overall Ladies title with a 65 Nett, while also triumphing in the Ladies Seniors Nett (65) and Gross (96) categories a top class triple for the experienced golfer.

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