Marc Chapman Claims British Championship
Over the weekend of 15/16th October Marc Chapman produced a near faultless performance in claiming his Second British Championship.
Marc dropped only two shots over the seven rounds in an eight shot victory ahead of five time Champion Michael Smith, with defending Champion Seve Kukielka completing the podium.
British & Men’s Championship podium: (l-r Michael Smith, Marc Chapman, Ambrose Chapman, Seve Kukielka).
As usual there were also a variety of different category championships being contested over the weekend.
Seniors Championship.
Martin Greenhead (Strokes) took his fourth Seniors title in five years, with an 11 shot victory over defending Champion Steve Lovell (Wasps) with Scott Lancley (Thanet Silverbacks) a further two shots back in third.
British Seniors: (l-r Scott Lancley, Martin Greenhead)
Martin speaking after his victory:
“Once again we had a challenging tournament on one of the best courses in the country, it’s a tough weekend but one I really enjoy. Thanks to Matt and Lex for making us so welcome and for looking after us so well, as always”.
Women’s Championship:
Multiple Champion Ruth Burke (Gemini) defended her title by a single shot from three time Champion Shelley Cooper (Thanet Silverbacks), with former Youth Champion Chloe Allart-Bennett (Thanet Silverbacks) taking the Bronze Medal.
The top three British women: (l-r Shelley Cooper, Ruth Burke, Chloe Allart-Bennett)
Ruth speaking after hr victory
“Following a disappointing performance at the Strokes Open in March, I was somewhat surprised to be leading after the first day. I was nervous on Sunday and was relieved and delighted to have managed the victory by acing the final hole. Shelley and Chloe were brilliant playing partners and I’d like to give a big thanks as always to Steve for his support throughout the weekend”
Super Seniors Championship:
Richard Jones (Wales) took his first national title (The Dave Donnelly Salver) with an 11 under par total of 241, six shots ahead of two time Champion Andy Exall (Thanet Silverbacks) on 247, with another former Champion Terry Exall (Thanet Silverbacks) third with a score of 251.
Super Seniors – (Andy Exall, Richard Jones, Terry Exall)
Richard Speaking after his victory
“Very happy to end my weekend with seven under par rounds, as British Super Senior Champion and my best major so far in fourth overall”.
Youth Title:
Congratulations to Elena Teubler on her success, our first female Youth Champion. Contested over 4 rounds on Saturday, Elena took the title with a score of 157, with her brother Julian Teubler taking the Silver medal with a score of 173, with Ryan Lancley completing a podium clean sweep for the Thanet Silverbacks on 188.
Youths – (l-r Lexi Wood, Elena and Julian Teubler)
Elena Speaking after her victory “Minigolf family thank you for inspiring me and I am looking forward to 2024 I’ll come back stronger”
Roll of Honour:
Overall title:
- Marc Chapman (Strokes)
- Michael Smith (Gloucester Aces)
- Seve Kukielka (Gloucester Aces)
Men’s Title:
- Marc Chapman (Strokes)
- Michael Smith (Gloucester Aces)
- Seve Kukielka (Gloucester Aces)
Seniors title:
- Martin Greenhead (Strokes)
- Steve Lovell (Sussex Wasps)
- Scott Lancley (Thanet Silverbacks)
Women’s title:
- Ruth Burke (Gemini MGC)
- Shelley Cooper (Thanet Silverbacks)
- Chloe Allart-Bennett (Thanet Silverbacks)
Super Seniors title:
- Richard Jones (Wales MGC)
- Andy Exall (Thanet Silverbacks)
- Terry Exall (Thanet Silverbacks)
Youth Title:
- Elena Teubler (Thanet Silverbacks)
- Julian Teubler (Thanet Silverbacks)
- Ryan Lancley (Thanet Silverbacks)
Full results from the weekend can be found at: https://bmga.online/results/2023/BC23/straight.htm with pictures on our facebook page.
Following the weekend, a few words from BMGA Chairman Ed Pope “Firstly, A big thank you to all the players in making the event a great success. A massive congratulations to all of the winners across the 5 categories, and the overall top 3.
Lastly, we must say thanks to Matt and Lexi for their continued support of the BMGA. Another resoundingly successful Margate weekend”
Ed Pope
BMGA Chairman
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