The 2025 Brava Guyana Open concluded in spectacular fashion on Sunday evening at the Lusignan Golf Club, with two of Guyana’s greatest golfers—Avinash Persaud and Christine Sukhram—cementing their legendary status by each securing a record-extending 14th Brava Guyana Open title.
In a gripping men’s championship, Persaud battled Suriname’s Ridel Doeko to a dramatic tie, both finishing with a gross score of 151 after two days of intense competition. The title was ultimately decided on countback, with Persaud claiming victory thanks to his superior back-nine performance—a testament to his skill, resilience, and championship mentality.
Meanwhile, Sukhram once again demonstrated her dominance on the course, carding 90 and 86 for a total of 176 to secure the Ladies Overall Best Gross (0–36) title. Her consistency and composure under pressure reaffirmed her standing as the most decorated female golfer in Guyana’s history.
The tournament, which attracted top local and regional players, featured strong performances across multiple divisions.
Results Summary
Ladies Division
Longest Drive (Day 1) – Shanella London
Best Net (Day 1) – Joaan Deo (76)
Best Net (Day 2) – Eureka Giddings (74)
Best Gross (Days 1 & 2) – Christine Sukhram (90, 86)
Overall (0–36)
Best Net – 1st: Eureka Giddings (151); 2nd: Joaan Deo (154); 3rd: Christine Sukhram (158)
Best Gross – 1st: Christine Sukhram (176); 2nd: Shanella London (180); 3rd: Joaan Deo (182)
Men’s Division (10–28)
Best Net (Day 1) – Rohan Albert (65)
Best Net (Day 2) – Chet Bowling (67)
Best Gross (Day 1) – Rohan Albert (84)
Best Gross (Day 2) – Chet Bowling (88)
Men’s Division (10–18)
Best Net (Day 1) – Spencer Hutchins (66)
Best Net (Day 2) – Robin Tiwari (67)
Best Gross (Days 1 & 2) – Rakesh Harry (78, 79)
Seniors Overall Best Gross (Days 1 & 2)
1st: Hilbert Shields (181)
2nd: Bholaram Deo (190)
Men’s Division (0–9)
Best Net (Day 1) – Feroze Barkat (70)
Best Net (Day 2) – Avinash Persaud (68)
Best Gross (Day 1) – Marlon Abeana (76)
Best Gross (Day 2) – Avinash Persaud (70)
Men 0–28 Overall
Best Net – 1st: Rakesh Harry (135); 2nd: Spencer Hutchins (136); 3rd: Richard Haniff (138)
Best Gross – 1st: Avinash Persaud (151); 2nd: Ridel Doeko (151); 3rd: Feroze Barkat (157)
During the presentation ceremony, Brava Sales Lead Andrea King commended the Lusignan Golf Club for its continued excellence and contribution to local sport.
“On behalf of Brava, I’d like to congratulate the club for the great work they have done in organizing this year’s tournament. Events like this thrive because of your dedication and passion, and Brava is proud to stand with the golf community in Guyana,” King said.
“I’m pleased to announce that Brava is also committed to support Lusignan Golf Club in hosting another edition of the Brava Guyana Open come 2026, so let’s keep the spirit of the game alive and make next year’s tournament even better,” she added.
With both Persaud and Sukhram reinforcing their dynastic dominance, the 2025 Brava Guyana Open will be remembered as a tournament of legacy, passion, and excellence, where Guyana’s finest once again proved that true champions rise above all challenges. (Brava)
