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99th Coronation trophy winner Ebill Omollo in action on the par-five 16th hole at the Nakuru Golf Club, May 31, 2026. [Mose Sammy, Standard]
On a day when the notorious winds of the par-73 Nakuru Golf Club layout tested the mettle of East Africa's finest amateurs, Vet Lab Golf Club's Ebill Omollo delivered a masterclass in resilience.
Navigating the firm greens and challenging conditions with tact, Omollo carded a brilliant closing round 1-under-par, with a final 7-over 226 (78,76, 72) to capture his maiden podium finish and breakthrough victory in the NCBA Kenya Amateur Golf Championship series.
For Omolo, the victory was sweet redemption after a string of agonizing second-place finishes in recent outings. "I came here highly motivated after good runs in Kiambu and many other events, but just hadn't managed to cross the finish line first," a beaming Omollo said after lifting the historic silverware. "The greens were exceptionally firm and dry, but I focussed on keeping the ball on the fairway and trusted my chipping and putting to seize opportunities. This win is a massive confidence boost."
