The race for places at the 2026 NCBA Golf Series Grand Finale intensified over the weekend as Watson Burugu, Rachel Ndei, and five other golfers qualified at VetLab Sports Club.More than 200 golfers competed in the qualifying leg, with Burugu claiming the overall men’s gross title after returning 75 gross, while Ndei topped the ladies’ category with 86 gross. The runners-up, Steve Orinda and Joy Ndonga, also secured their places at the season-ending event after posting 75 and 90 gross, respectively.##NAJAVA_MECA_10036891##In Division Two, Pratik Mandaliya won the men’s nett category with 67, while Grace Waiganjo claimed the ladies’ title with 65 nett.Woochul Lee booked another qualification slot after winning Division Three with 65 nett, while Mathu Kiunjuri secured his place in the Junior category with 77 gross. Ashley Gachora topped the Guest category with 76 nett, as Apollo Asol won the Staff category with 65 nett.Speaking at the event, NCBA Group Director of Corporate Banking Charles Omondi said the series continues to give golfers a platform to compete, build connections and improve their game.“At NCBA, we believe in supporting people as they pursue their ambitions, and the NCBA Golf Series provides a platform for golfers to compete, connect and continue developing their game. As we approach the Grand Finale, we are proud of the role the series plays in bringing together golfing communities across the country and supporting the continued growth of the sport, including opportunities for junior golfers,” he said.Four winless teams chase redemption as FKFPL action returns to Narok Stadium after four-year hiatusThe VetLab tournament is part of a series of qualifying events being held at clubs across the country during the 2026 season. With the Grand Finale scheduled for 27 November at Karen Country Club, golfers will have further opportunities to secure their places as the remaining qualifying legs take place.The season-ending event will feature an attractive prize purse, with the Overall Gross Winner, Overall Male Winner and Overall Lady Winner each set to receive Ksh130,000.The male and female runners-up will each take home Ksh80,000, while the third-place finishers in the men’s and women’s categories will receive Ksh50,000 apiece. Fourth-place finishers will each earn KSh30,000, while the Junior Winner will pocket Ksh25,000.Junior Starlets keen on positive start as World Cup campaign kicks off against ChinaThrough the NCBA Golf Series, the bank continues to support the development of golf in Kenya by providing competitive opportunities for golfers at different levels, fostering connections within the golfing community and encouraging junior participation.Attention now shifts to the remaining qualifying events ahead of the Grand Finale at Karen Country Club, where the season’s top performers will compete for honours on 27 November..Gor Mahia coach name drops trio crucial in win over APS Bomet