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Fletcher and Grayling Secure first 2011-12 International Pairs UAE National Final Berth at Arabian Ranches

The 2011-12 Tech Access International Pairs UAE Presented by Cadillac launched in earnest on Saturday 5th November as members of Arabian Ranches Golf Club in Dubai took to the course looking to secure the first berth in this season’s National Final.

With perfect conditions, scoring was predictably good with 10 pairs returning a score better than par in the better-ball format. With only a ¾ handicap allowance, breaking par is impressive and testament to the competitive spirit at the Ranches.

Eventually, it was former club captain Bob Fletcher and his partner Tony Grayling who emerged victorious thanks to a superb 44 stableford point total. A steady frpnt-9 of 20 points set Fletcher & Grayling up as they took the course apart on an inward nine that featured three gross birdies, two of which were net eagles. Husband & wife pairing Mark & Karen Evans finished a single point behind on 43 points, with a scorecard that demonstrated steady play from both. Karen also won both nearest-the-pin prizes on offer on holes 2 and 17 but unfortunately, a missed putt on the 17th from under two feet would prove decisive.

Collecting third place with 42 points was Colin Graham and DetlefProeschold. An impressive card, particularly from Proeschold would have been good enough to win the 2010-11 Ranches Qualifier but was two shy this year. Last year’s winners at Arabian Ranches, Ian Kelly & Denver Farrell, who went on to win the National Final and represent UAE at the International Pairs Word Final put up an impressive defence as they returned a score of 40 points.

Photo: International Pairs UAE Arabian Ranches Qualifier winners, Bob Fletcher & Tony Grayling, pictured with Club Captain, Andy Carolan.

Tech Access International Pairs UAE Presented by Cadillac is also supported by Diamond Developers, Acuma Wealth Management, Cansco, Rivoli Group, Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi, City & Welcare Hospitals, Royal Caribbean International, Nike Golf, 7Days, Worldwide Golf and UAE Golf Online.

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