Benita Kasiadi Takes Second Title At IGT @ Gading Raya

JAKARTA, July 9 - Do not give up until the last ball is being played. This motto was representative for Benita Y. Kasiadi appearance in the final round of the Indonesian Golf Tour Series IV, which took place from July 7 to 9 at Gading Raya Padang Golf & Klub, Serpong, Tangerang. Starting the final round 3 shots behind leader Rinaldi Adiyandono, he even fell behind as much as six strokes after the first nine holes. He finally caught up pace gradually until it he equaled Rinaldi's score at the final hole. Both accumulated a score of ten-under par (206).

This fight is reminiscent of the duel the duo fought in the Grand Final of the Indonesian Golf Tour presented by Linc Group 2014 at Imperial Klub Golf in December last year. The difference that that time Rinaldi won the final with a one-shot lead over Benita.

This time, the duel was repeated. With the winner being determined through the play-offs. Rinaldi missed a ball from a distance of 2 meters for a birdie putt to clinch victory with his first putt. He also missed his second putt which would have forced a second play-off hole. He had to finish with a three putt making bogey.

In contrary Benita recorded a par to take his second title at the 2015 IGT. It became a memorable victory for Benita when winning in IGT Series I at the Matoa Nasional Golf Club, Ciganjur, mid January. This time, he did not predict he would win, including bringing home the prize money of Rp32 million.

"The target is still to play by managing the course. Play 4-5 under. If not winning so be it. That means the opponent is better," said the son of Indonesian golf legend, Kasiadi.

On the second nine holes, Rinaldi made a bogey on hole 13. That put the difference between the two players at 3 shots, Rinaldi at 11-under and Benita at 8-under. Rinaldi tripped again on hole 16 for another bogey, while he only made par on holes 17 and 18. Benita actually posted two birdies in these hole. That meant play-offs had to be done, which was then won by Benita.

In the finishing shots of the game Rinaldi choked up. "I was shaking when hitting putts of two meters in the play-offs. I do not know why. In fact, I've been focused with my game plan. Did not think about a tie or play-off," said Rinaldi.

Meanwhile, in the amateurs, Tirto Tamardi established himself as the best in IGT 2015 Series IV. The golfer, who just fulfilled the task of representing his country at the 2015 SEA Games in Singapore, posted a total score of one-over par after closing the game on the final day with a two-in under par (70).

"I am quite satisfied with today's game, although my putting shots must be improved again," said the bronze medalist for the SEA Games team in 2015.

Tirto admitted this tournament series is a major influence in his game. "Participating in the IGT can improve you game, and gain knowledge from professionals," he said. He did not target anything when appearing in this professional event. "It becomes a means for self-evaluation," said the golfer born 8 April 1999.

The opportunity to learn from professionals was felt directly by Clement Kurniawan who played for the first time in the IGT and who became second runner up in IGT Series IV. Playing with Rory Hie for three days, Clement learned interesting things.

"A lot of knowledge that can be taken from Rory Hie. He was calmer, and learn how he hits. My first experience in IGT provides many positive lessons before I go back to America today. Hopefully next year I can join IGT again and win the tournament," he said.

Indonesian Golf Tour Series V will be held in Jababeka Golf & Country Club, Cikarang, on August 11 to 13.

BBQ Golf At Gading Raya PG&K

Gading Raya Padang Golf & Klub will hold their monthly BBQ Golf tournament for March on:

Date: 25 March 2011
Tee off: 12.30pm
Fee: Rp 350,000 (member), Rp 650,000 (guest)

Play is limited to 80 players only, so register early.

Hole-in-one prizes are a Yamaha motorbike and Synthetic Green.

Entry fee includes Jackpot, Lucky Draw, Live Music, Beer, and as the name promises, a BBQ Buffet.

For more info contact Gading Raya at (021) 546 7668.

PGGC Monthly Tournament - 10 February 2011

The February 2011 edition of the Permata Gading Golf Club (PGGC) monthly tournament will be held on:

Date	: Thursday, 10 February 2011
Location	: Gading Raya Golf Club
Registration	: 06.30 WIB
Tee Off	: 07.00 WIB
Registration Fee	: Rp 300,000 (members, all-in) : Rp 600,000 (guests, all-in)
Jackpot	: Rp 50,000 for all

There are many attractive prizes to be won in this tournament, including tours to Bintan and Bali as Hole-In-One prizes.

For registration please contact PGGC Secretariat at:
Graha Cempaka Mas, Blok B/9, Jakarta 10640, phone (021) 426 3758, fax (021) 426 3760, mobile 0816 148 3801.

Gading Raya 14th Anniversary Golf Tournament

This year the Gading Raya Padang Golf & Klub celebrates its 14^th anniversary with a golfing bash that will take place over two days starting on July 17 with a shotgun tee off at 6.30am on Saturday and a shotgun tee off of 6.30 on Sunday July the 18th. To participate, members will have to fork out Rp.750.000 while non-members have to pay Rp.1.5million.

On Saturday, July 24th the celebrations will carry on with yet another edition of the same tournament. On the 24th there will be two tee off times, those being a shotgun start at 6.30am, followed by a 12.30pm tee off time. For this July 24th edition members have to pay Rp.850.000 and non members may participate after having paid Rp.1.750.000.

An array of attractive hole-in-one prizes is up for grabs such as one Mercedes B180 as well as one Daihatsu Terios, one Daihatsu Grandmax, one Toyota Avanza and one Nissan Grand Livina. Lucky draw prizes range from a 32 inch LCD TV, a 2-door refrigerator and a Yamaha Bebek motorbike to name just a few.

The Sunset Beach Party offers free drinks, food stalls, lucky draws and a performance by the Little Mermaid Band as well as a performance by Julia Perez.

For information and registration for the Gading Raya 14^th Anniversary Golf Tournament contact the following numbers; 021 – 26227667 or 021 – 26200234 or email to marketing@gadingrayagolf.com