Paul Lawrie is looking to bridge a 13 year gap as he goes into the final round of the Commercialbank Qatar Masters presented by Dolphin Energy with a one stroke lead. Lawrie was the second winner of the title in 1999 - and followed it by becoming Open Champion at Carnoustie that July. Now, in an event cut to 54 holes because of strong winds, the 43-year-old Scot stands eight-under-par after a superb second round 67. That included a one stroke penalty on the tenth green after he dropped his ball on his marker - amazingly for the second week running!...Sky Sports
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Surrounded by the suburbs of Edenvale, Kempton Park and
Alexandria, Modderfontein Golf Club was founded in 1935 by the
Modderfontein Dynamite Factory and nestles in
a valley which is bisected by the Modder River. Designed by Arthur
Tomsett, the course was officially opened by Bobby Locke. At one
time the estate was home to AECI, a munitions and chemicals
manufacturer that supplied various South African industries. Nowadays it contains private housing and office
developments.
Modderfontein had always been a great test of golf, but in 1990, along
with substantial investment, the course was upgraded and redesigned by
the wonderful South African touring professional, Hugh Baiocchi, who
along with his father Johnny, have had a connection with this great
venue for many years. This led to the reconstruction, shaping and
contouring of USGA Spec Bentgrass greens which require intelligent
reading skills and a solid putting stroke. Tree-lined fairways with
bands of kikuyu semi and fescue rough, demand accurate driving in order
to avoid strategically placed fairway bunkers. The par fives can be
reached in two, but sometimes a safer three shot route to the green is
desirable. The par fours require different shapes of shot and good
thinking. Approach shots have to be hit crisply and with authority to
find well guarded, perfectly manicured putting surfaces. The four par
threes require accurate tee shots into well-bunkered greens with water
coming into play.
Abundant and colourful birdlife inhabit this picturesque layout and a huge variety of indigenous trees, shrubbery and wild flowers will make your walk around this fine golf course an absolute pleasure!
The pretty, functional clubhouse offers stunning views of the golf course and creates the ideal setting for a perfect 19th hole! Excellent bar, restaurant and conference facilities are serviced by a helpful, friendly staff whose South African hospitality puts the cherry on top of a great days' golf in fabulous surroundings.
To arrange your round of golf, company
day, function or event call Keith Clarke on +27
(0) 82
657 6434,
+27 (0) 11
025 2444 or Email;
africa.alive@mweb.co.za
