BRG Open Golf Championship Danang 2024: 3 Golfers Share the Top Spot After the First 18 Holes
On August 29, the esteemed golfers inaugurated the BRG Open Golf Championship Danang 2024 at the revered Nicklaus Course at Legend Danang Golf Resort. The tournament bore witness to commendable performances from Australian golfer Lawry Flynn, American golfer Sydney Chung, and Thai golfer Thitipan Pachuayprakong on the inaugural day of competition.
In previous seasons, the Nicklaus Course was configured as a par-72. However, in 2024, the course’s configuration transitioned to a par-73. This adjustment has been recognized for potentially offering a marginally more accommodating experience for golfers, which may result in more favorable scores overall.
During the first day of the BRG Open Golf Championship Danang 2024, 26 golfers scored below par, demonstrating the impact of the course setup change. Notably, Australian golfer Lawry Flynn, American golfer Sydney Chung, and Thai golfer Thitipan Pachuayprakong stood out by achieving impressive scores of 68 strokes (-5).
He played in the morning group and was the first to take the lead. Despite a bogey on the par-3 4th hole, Flynn rebounded with six birdies throughout the day. As an amateur, he claimed the title at the 2017 Malaysian Amateur Open.
After the afternoon groups finished, Sydney Chung and Thitipan Pachuayprakong matched Flynn’s score. Thitipan was the only golfer to complete the first round without a bogey, achieving five birdies and avoiding mistakes. Sydney Chung started the day with two bogeys but made a comeback with one eagle and five birdies. After the first round of the BRG Open Golf Championship Danang 2024, all three leaders have yet to secure a victory in their careers, presenting a prime opportunity for them to claim their first titles.
By the end of the day, Pakistan’s Ahmad Baig and Thailand’s Runchanapong Youprayong were tied at -3. These two are expected to make a strong impression at the BRG Open Golf Championship Danang 2024, alongside notable players like Rahil Gangjee (India), Liu Yung-hua (Taiwan), and Galven Green (Malaysia).
Among the Vietnamese players competing in the first round, there are 11 participants: Nguyễn Anh Minh, Đoàn Uy, Nguyễn Đặng Minh, Lê Hữu Giang, Phạm Thế Nam, Nguyễn Hữu Quyết, Nguyễn Trọng Hoàng, Nguyễn Tuấn Anh, Trần Văn Hoàng, Lê Minh Nghĩa, and Nguyễn Quang Za Vinh.
Nguyễn Anh Minh, one of Vietnam’s top young amateur golfers, was grouped with American Ryoto Furuya and Thai Sarut Vongchaisit. Anh Minh completed his first round with a 78 (+5) score.
Nguyễn Đặng Minh had a solid start to the tournament and was satisfied with his performance but aims to improve in the round on August 30. He noted that his playing partner, Paul Harris (USA), played exceptionally well, with over 20 years of golfing experience.
The BRG Open Golf Championship Danang 2024 takes place from August 29 to August 31 at the Nicklaus Course, Legend Danang Golf Resort, and is broadcast live on the following channels:
- Website: Golfnews.vn
- Fanpages: Golfnews, Danang Fantasticity, BRG Group, BRG Golf, Vietnam Golf Association, VGA Tour.
- YouTube: Golfnews, Danang Fantasticity, BRG Group.
Live Broadcast Schedule:
- August 29-30, 2024: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM, 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
- August 31, 2024: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM.
DA NANG DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM