The second stop of the Grand Thomas Celebrity Classic at the Playa Dorada golf course, Puerto Plata, brought together 120 players in a day that celebrated two decades of competition. The event, organized by PublicMarketing and sponsored by the Quality Life Foundation, was part of the commemorative activities of the twentieth anniversary of the tournament.
Participants and context
Among the attendees were players, businessmen, and special guests, such as the mayor of Santiago de los Caballeros, Ulises Rodríguez, and the senator of Puerto Plata, Ginnette Bournigal. The president of the Quality Life Foundation, Haime Thomas Frias, headed the activity along with the organizers.
Recognitions and honor
One of the highlighted moments was the delivery of a recognition to Augusto Reyes Vargas for his trajectory and contributions to Dominican golf. Reyes Vargas also performed the ceremonial tee shot that gave the start to the competition, setting the tone for the day.
Game format and results
The 120 participants competed under the scramble modality in one of the most iconic golf scenarios on the northern coast.
Category A
- First place: Denny Ureña and Ramses Peguero
- Second place: Carlos Rodoli and Fabio Balbuena
- Third place: Bryan Ramírez and Alberto Ortega
Category B
- First place: David Rosario and Ricardo Díaz
- Second place: William Núñez and Eduardo Molina
- Third place: Mark Fraser and Emilio Vásquez
Category C
- First place: Héctor Bido and Rafael Fernández
- Second place: Stanley Reynoso and Javier Reynoso
- Third place: Ijoni Barrientos and Manuel Gil
Sponsors and institutional support
The twentieth edition counted on the backing of Banreservas, República Dominicana Lo Tiene Todo, the Ministry of Tourism, Estrella, PANAM, the International Airport of the Cibao, and the Municipality of Santiago, among other local and national sponsors. Also participating were institutions such as the Ministry of Sports, the Ministry of Tourism, HOMS, and several companies from the private sector.
Credits: deultimominuto.com
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