The competition, played in the Individual Stroke Play format, saw Hugo Espírito Santo, representing Quinta das Lágrimas, secure victory with a total of 150 strokes, 12 under par. His rounds of 51, 48, and 51 strokes demonstrated consistency throughout the event, granting him a 4-stroke lead over the second-placed competitor.
Finn Gordon, from Clube de Golfe de Vilamoura, took second place with 154 strokes (8 under par), standing out in the final round with a score of 47, the best individual round among the top three finishers. Walter Faustini, from Amendoeira Clube de Golfe, completed the podium with 156 strokes (6 under par).
Matteo Balzer (Amendoeira) finished in fourth place, followed by Fernando Sequeira in fifth. The top ten also included Arnaldo Paredes, Miguel Silva, Paulo Jorge Alves, Grace Gordon, and Carlos Poucochinho.
“"It was a hard-fought victory on a demanding course, where short game dictates the winner. Maintaining consistency over the three rounds and finishing the tournament 12 under par was fantastic."
Hugo Espírito Santo praised the course's challenge and the greens' preparation, emphasizing the importance of his short game for his triumph.
The competition was attended by Jorge Carmo, vice-president of the Albufeira Municipal Chamber, and councilwoman Maria Cristina Corado. Jorge Carmo highlighted the role of such events in promoting Albufeira as a year-round sports and tourist destination, noting its unique natural conditions, hospitality, and gastronomy.
Carlos Gomes, representing the organization and Amendoeira Clube de Golfe, acknowledged the dedication of the players and the Balaia team, mentioning the coordination by Maria José, Golf Director, and the support from the establishment's catering services.
The event was supported by the Albufeira Municipal Chamber, the Portuguese Institute of Sport and Youth, the Portuguese Golf Federation, and the International Pitch & Putt Association, contributing to the promotion of the sport in the municipality.
