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Colombo golfers in royal show bring home Trophy

Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

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July 29, 2025

Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) emerged victorious with a total score of 7.5 to Nuwara Eliya Golf Club's (NEGC) 4.5 at the 122nd Burdett Trophy 2025 which is the second oldest golf event in the world with well over a century after it all began in 1902.

- By SHAMSEER JALEEL

Colombo golfers in royal show bring home Trophy

In the Burdett Foursomes, the RCGC demonstrated a dominant performance, securing all four points that was on offer. Mahela Jayawardena and Kaiyan Johnpillai paired up and set a strong precedent, winning their match 5/4 against Chanaka Perera and Murad Ismail. This early victory provided significant momentum for the home team.

The formidable duo of youngster Thejas Rathis Kanth and Viran Perera continued the winning streak, decisively defeating Haroon Aslam and Suhayb Sangani with a score of 6/5. Their excellent teamwork and strategic play proved overwhelming for their opponents, further extending RCGC lead.

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