The Royal Swedish Golfing Society’s final ordinary meeting of the year took place at the magnificent Swinley Forest Golf Club on Friday 30 October, with 24 players joining us for a memorable day of autumn golf.
The morning began in exceptionally thick fog, with visibility so poor that our start had to be delayed by approximately 20 minutes. Fortunately, the mist gradually lifted, revealing Swinley Forest in all its autumn splendour. By lunchtime, the sun had appeared, illuminating the beautiful autumn colours and providing a glorious finish to the day.
As always, the course was presented in immaculate condition, with particularly impressive greens. Following the golf, everyone gathered in the clubhouse to enjoy Swinley’s traditional carvery lunch, a much-appreciated conclusion to a beautiful autumn day.
Competition results
Prince Bertil Cup – Men’s Stableford
Winner: David Magnusson – 34 points
Runner-up: Malcolm Hill (guest) – 31 points
Cutting Prize – Ladies’ Stableford
Winner: Jenny Dunlop – 30 points
Runner-up: Gunilla Asmundsson – 27 points
Paul Williams Scratch Prize
Winner: Steve Hill – 77 gross
Runner-up: Bo Ekberg – 84 gross
Special prizes
Longest Drive, Men: David Magnusson
Longest Drive, Ladies: Gunilla Asmundsson
Nearest the Pin: Ingrid Westerholm-Drew
The team prize went to Ingrid Westerholm Drew, Christine Löfberg, David Magnusson and Patrik Nilsson, with a combined score of 81 points.
Trophy presentations and new members
The prize ceremony also provided an opportunity to present two outstanding trophies from September’s Autumn Meeting at Royal Ascot, which had not been available on the day.
Mona Andreasson received the Magnuson Bowl, while Christine Löfberg received the Ladies’ Prize, both in recognition of their victories at the Autumn Meeting.
We were also delighted to welcome two of our newest members, Axel Nilsson and Daniel Wikehult, who were presented with their RSGS ties.
A wonderful end to the season
From a misty and atmospheric beginning to a sunny afternoon among Swinley’s spectacular autumn colours, it was a fitting conclusion to our ordinary golfing calendar.
Our thanks go to Swinley Forest Golf Club for its hospitality and superb course presentation, and to everyone who joined us and helped make the day such an enjoyable occasion.
We look forward to seeing everyone again next year!
