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23rd Dubai Duty Free UAE Nationals Cup

Dubai Duty Free returned to the Emirates Golf Club for the 23rd Dubai Duty Free UAE Nationals Cup, with thirty four participants enjoying the challenge of the Faldo Course, on Saturday, 13th May.

Congratulations to junior golfer Rashid Al Qubaisi who was the overall winner with a fantastic score of 38 stableford points.

The first runner up was Abdulla Al Marzooqi with a score of 33 points. Only one point further behind was second runner up Saleh Al Ameri with a score of 32 points.

The winner of the lowest gross prize of the event was Khalid Yousuf, scoring a superb one under par score of 71.

Furthermore, Reema Al Heloo became the Ladies Champion with a score of 30 points while the Junior winner was Obaid Al Heloo with 29 points.

Commenting on the UAE Nationals Cup, Colm McLoughlin, Executive Vice Chairman & CEO of Dubai Duty Free aid: "This year marks the 23rd running of Dubai Duty Free UAE Nationals Cup and the tournament has grown popular among UAE National since 1995 with junior Emirati golfers as well. Our thanks to all our participants and to the Marketing team at Dubai Duty Free and to the Emirates Golf Club for their efforts in ensuring a great day was had by all.”

The on course prizes were won by Omar Al Bastaki for the nearest to pin on hole number 8 and the longest drive on hole 16 was won by Hesham Ismail.

The trophies were presented to the winners by Salah Tahlak, Executive Vice President-Corporate Service, Dubai Duty Free, Sinead El Sibai, Senior Vice President-Marketing, Dubai Duty Free and Darwish Al Qubaisi, Board Member of the Emirates Golf Federation.