Reshan and Kaya favoured to win their segments

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Reshan Algama in sparkling form at present

Kaya Daluwatte

Sri Lanka Junior Championships for Rukmani Kodagoda Trophy

The much anticipated Sri Lanka Junior Match Championships for the Rukmani Kodagoda Trophy, sponsored by Perera and Sons, is set to tee off today at the Royal Colombo Golf Course (RCGC).

Both top class golfers Reshan Algama and Kaya Daluwatte both with International exposure are expected to win their segments.

Over 75 junior golfers hailing from various age categories and regions, including outstation areas like Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, and Anuradhapura, the event promises to be a celebration of burgeoning golfing talent to be witnessed the next 4 days.

One of the standout participants in the Gold Division (15 to 18 years) is Reshan Algama, a 15-year-old golfing sensation who has already made his mark on the world stage. Algama, who holds a commendable world ranking, is set to face off against defending champion K Danushan, who clinched victory in this event last year at the age of 17. Algama’s journey so far has been marked by patience and invaluable experience gained both locally and overseas. He’ll be up against tough competition from other players in the segment including Jacob Norton, Vinuda Weerasinghe, and Jevahn Sathasivam. Jacob, Vinuda and Jevahn all in sparkling form will be a major threat Algama.

The Girls segment will see the impressive presence of a highly talented golfer, Kaya Daluwatte who is currently honing her skills and pursuing studies in India. This promising young talent will be joined by other skilled players such as Sherin Balasuriya. (SJ)