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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Situated on the East Rand in the
suburb of Alberante, lies Reading Country Club, one of
Johannesburg's oldest and most popular championship golf
courses.
At a length of 6552 metres, Reading boasts three excellent par fives
which can be reached in two solid, accurate strikes with the safer
three-shot route being an option for the shorter hitter. Avenues of tree-lined fairways with bands of kikuyu
semi and fescue rough require accuracy from the tee in order to avoid strategic
fairway bunkering on the ten stunning par fours which present themselves
to the golfer fortunate enough to play at this exceptional venue. Good
striking and pinpoint approaches into well guarded, medium-sized,
fast and undulating USGA Spec Bentgrass greens
are necessary otherwise shots will be dropped! Once there, excellent
reading skills and a smooth putting stroke will be rewarded by the sound
of dropping putts on these perfectly manicured surfaces. With water
coming into play on all four of the pretty but dangerous par threes at
this fine golf course, hitting the
green is the golfers prime consideration when standing on the tee or
their short games and bunker play will be closely examined.
Ponds, dams and irrigation lakes surrounded by various indigenous trees, shrubs, wild flowers, and exotic plantlife create a micro climate for the abundant and colourful birdlife that are a feature of this picturesque golf course. A family of Meerkats have inhabited parts of the layout for many years and these comical characters can often be seen during the course of a round.
The large, comfortable clubhouse is serviced by highly skilled, friendly staff with two full-size snooker tables just off the main bar area offering alternative entertainment. As with most South African country clubs, Reading can cater for large fields and has full bar, restaurant and conference facilities.
This wonderful example of golf course architecture and design offers a tough but fair challenge to players of all levels and is an absolute must for any golfer coming to South Africa.
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
