Eisenhower Invitational at Blairgowrie

Kellett the winner after second-day wash-out

FROM THE SGU WEBSITE
Ross Kellett is the winner of the SGU’s inaugural Eisenhower Invitational after heavy rain forced the abandonment of the second day’s play at Blairgowrie.
Kellett, playing in the final group, was only able to play three holes of the morning round before the decision was taken to halt play due to severe flooding on the fairways after incesent rain on the Perthshire course. The 22-year-old from Colville Park held a one-shot lead over University of Stirling student James White and with no more play possible, Kellett was declared the winner with the scores after 36 holes declared the final result.
“Obviously it’s disappointing not to get any play today but whether it’s two rounds or four rounds it’s great to get a win. The rain was horizontal when we went out and the course had become unplayable so the players weren’t surprised to get brought in.” said Kellett.
“I was looking forward to competing today as it’s a really strong field and the leaderboard was tightly bunched. Yesterday was tough in the win and while I didn’t play my best golf, my course management was good and I was able to keep a score going which was important.
“I’ve got another couple of weeks before the Aberdeen Asset Northern Open so I’ll take the chance to get down the gym and practice as part of my preparation for the Eisenhower Trophy in Argentina.” he added.
The win is Kellett’s second of the season having been victorious in the Tennant Cup earlier in the year, with former Scottish Boys Champion White finishing runner-up and the host club’s Glenn Campbell alongside GB&I boys’ star Scott Gibson from Southerness in joint third place.


Click here for final result from Blairgowrie.