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Local golfers aim to end 25-year drought at FBC Zimbabwe Open
via NewsDay Zimbabwe7 min read
The 2026 FBC Zimbabwe Open Championship tees off today at Royal Harare Golf Club, with local golfers determined to win the title for the first time in 25 years. The tournament, which boasts a US$200,000 prize fund from title sponsors FBC Holdings, features a field of 144 golfers. Zimbabwean golf fans are particularly hopeful this year, with a strong contingent of local talent. Kieran Vincent, currently playing on the Asian Tour and a two-time Sunshine Tour winner, is a leading contender. Robson Chinhoi, who was the top local performer last year, enters the tournament in excellent form after a recent dominant victory in Gabon. Stuart Krog, another Sunshine Tour regular, also expresses excitement about playing on home soil. The last Zimbabwean to win the FBC Zimbabwe Open was Mark McNulty in 2001. Since its reintroduction in 2011, South African golfers have largely dominated, with Mexico's Luis Carrera winning last year and returning to defend his title. Other notable Zimbabwean golfers expected to challenge include Visitor Mapwanya, David Amm, Tafadzwa Nyamukondiwa, and Darlington Chikanyambidze. The event is supported by associate sponsors Caledonia Mining Corporation and anchor partners Golden Pilsener and Tongaat Hulett.
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