Four days of thrilling drives, clutch putts, and unshakable camaraderie came to a rousing close as the 33rd Durian Tee Golf Tournament wrapped up at the picturesque Apo Golf and Country Club. With over 330 golfers teeing off in double-barrel starts at dawn and midday, the tournament once again lived up to its billing as the country’s longest-running Member-Guest golf spectacle.
When the final putts dropped and the scorecards were tallied, it was the powerhouse tandem of EJ Casintahan and Roderick Lo who emerged as the Overall Team Gross Champions, carding an impressive 160 points over four days of consistent, high-caliber play. Not far behind, the formidable pairing of Milton Cua and Jeff Hong clinched the Overall Net Team title with a stellar 181 points, showcasing precision and synergy on the fairways.
In the individual categories, Don Breganza delivered a masterclass in ball-striking, firing a 107 to seize the Low Gross Champion crown. Meanwhile, Carlo Senase proved that smart, steady golf wins the day, tallying 124 points to claim the Overall Net Champion title.
Tournament director Juan Karlos Albas was lauded for orchestrating a seamless event, while Apo Golf board president Sec. Leo Magno paid tribute to the collective effort behind the scenes. “My utmost appreciation to the board of directors, the management and staff of Apo Golf, and our generous sponsors and benefactors,” Magno said. “But most of all, to you—my fellow golfers—maraming salamat. See you all next year for our 34th edition.”
With pristine weather, slick greens, and a spirited field, the 33rd Durian Tee delivered a showcase of sportsmanship and skill. The use of preferred lies ensured pace of play remained brisk, while the challenging course conditions tested every facet of the players’ games. More than just a tournament, it was a celebration of friendship, tradition, and the enduring love for the game.
The rest of the winners are as follows.
Team Category
Seniors Team Champion Net Champion – Jun Horfilla –Neil Medado (174)
Seniors Team runner up – Abdullah Dumama-Tyrone Powers (165)
Ladies Team Net Champion – Cheryl Alba –Anci Galicia (173)
Ladies Team Net runner up – Marilou Rebaya-Mikaela De Leon (172)
Individual Category
Class A
Gross Champion – Sim Gonzalez
Gross Runner Up – Chris Tan
Net Champion – Rommel Lee
Net Runner Up – Jericho Bajo
Class B
Gross Champion – Jeff Hong
Gross Runner Up – Rico Rebigan
Net Champion – Ed Alvez
Net Runner Up – Emmanuel Gerard Santos
Class C
Gross Champion – Ian Larcia
Gross Runner Up – Eric Piatos
Net Champion –Marco Enrique Ong
Net Runner Up – Gabriel Angelo Velasco
Seniors 1
Gross Champion –Larry Baluso
Gross Runner Up – Edwin Cayamanda
Net Champion –Jeremiah Co
Net Runner Up – Al Batao
Seniors 2
Gross Champion –Jorge Martinez
Gross Runner Up – Dario Gunabe
Net Champion –Fortune dela Rama
Net Runner Up – Lito Cinco
Ladies
Gross Champion –Britany Tamayo
Gross Runner Up – Victoria Brias
Net Champion –Maricel Kim
Net Runner Up – Bia Bautista Apostol
The cavernous RMC gym hosted the awarding ceremonies as golfers filled the tables,
the air humming with the clink of glasses and the scent of celebratory food.
This tournament is co presented by Rizal Memorial Colleges.
