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South African Amateur Championship (golf)

South African Amateur Championship (golf)

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The South African Amateur Championship is an annual amateur golf tournament in South Africa.

History

The first tournament was held from 26 September to 1 October 1892. It was held at Kimberley Golf Club as part of the Kimberley Exhibition. It was entitled the "South African Championship." It was a match play event. Pat Grant was the favorite but was defeated by Denholm Walker in the early rounds. Walker ultimately won the championship, defeating H.J. Mackay 1 up in the finals.[1] The second event was held at Port Elizabeth Golf Course and referred to as the SA Tournament. The format changed from match play to stroke play. D.G. Proudfoot won the tournament. It was his first of many victories in the event.[1]

In recent years the event has usually been held in February.[2][3][4]

Winners

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Proudfoot Trophy

The Proudfoot Trophy was introduced in 1931. It was originally presented to he player with the best net score at the Inter-Centre Championship. However, it was later awarded to the medalist of the South African Amateur's qualifier.[11]

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Notes

  1. McLeod finished as runner-up following a playoff with Hugh Gordon Stewart.
  2. Stent defeated McMaster in a 36-hole playoff; Stent 155, McMaster 156.

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