Safaricom Team Leads the Charge as PGK Equator Tour Heads to Royal Nairobi Finale

By Bruno Aero Family Media Sports Writer 

Nairobi, Kenya - The stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to the PGK Equator Tour, as the country's top golfers converge on Royal Nairobi Golf Club this week for the season-ending tournament. The competition promises to be intense, with players vying for crucial qualification points for the 2026 Magical Kenya Open and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.

Leading the charge is the Safaricom team, comprising Samuel Njoroge, Mutahi Kibugu, Mohit Mediratta, and Matthew Wahome, who have amassed an impressive 7,575 points to top the corporate standings. The team's consistency and hard work have earned them a comfortable lead, with Kenya Airways (5,635 points), Visa Team (4,745 points), Johnnie Walker (4,460 points), NCBA (4,370 points), and Britam (1,810 points) trailing behind.

Njoroge, Kibugu, Mediratta, and Wahome have been in top form throughout the season, and their experience and skill will be crucial in the final leg. "The PGK Equator Tour has been an incredible journey for all of us," said Njoroge. "Leading the table heading into the finale is a huge motivation, and we're grateful to Safaricom for their unwavering support."

The Royal Nairobi finale is expected to be a fitting climax to the tour, which has been staged at leading courses across the country, including Ruiru Sports Club, Limuru Country Club, Great Rift Valley Lodge, Nakuru Golf Club, Diamond Leisure Golf Resort, and Sigona Golf Club. The tour has helped raise the standard of professional golf in Kenya and grown fan engagement, with the Royal Nairobi leg promising to deliver an unforgettable experience.

Safaricom's support for the tour and its golfers has been instrumental in the tour's success. "We are proud to support these exceptional golfers," said Peter Ndegwa, Safaricom CEO. "They have shown resilience and showcased the talent Kenya has to offer when given the right platform, even as they pursue Olympic qualification."

The PGK Equator Tour has been a resounding success, and the Royal Nairobi finale is set to be a fitting conclusion to an unforgettable season. With the country's top golfers in action, golf enthusiasts are in for a treat, and the competition promises to be fierce.