55th Royal vs Thomian Golf to tee off on 16 Mar.

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From left: Siyath Ranatunga, Shiran de Soyza, Wijitha Perera, Deannath Kulatunge, Harsha Fernando, and Naveen Samarasekera – Pic by Lasantha Kumara

By Shamseer Jaleel

The Royal-Thomian Golfers’ Guild will see the 55th Royal-Thomian Old Boys Golf encounter, an iconic event that upholds a rich legacy of sporting excellence and spirited rivalry between Royal College and S. Thomas’ College, tee off on 16 March at the Royal Colombo Golf Club.

Tee off is scheduled at 6 a.m.

For over five decades, this annual tournament has brought together generations of Royalists and Thomians, reinforcing the deep-rooted connection between the two schools while fostering a love for the sport of golf. What began as a gathering of old boys with a passion for golf has evolved into one of Sri Lanka’s most anticipated and celebrated golfing events, drawing both seasoned veterans and emerging talents from the alumni networks of both schools.

This year’s 55th edition promises to be nothing short of spectacular, as top golfers from both sides prepare to battle it out for glory. Leading the Royal team is Captain Wijitha Perera, alongside Vice-Captain Gamini Jayaweera, while the Thomians outfit will be spearheaded by Captain Deannath Kulatunga and Vice-Captained by Rohan Fernando. With these skilled competitors at the helm, the stage is set for an intense yet friendly contest that will once again showcase the Royal-Thomian spirit.

The RCGC, with its storied history and challenging fairways, will set the perfect stage for this prestigious encounter, offering an exciting blend of skill, strategy, and suspense. Whether you’re a passionate golfer, a proud old boy, or a fan of the historic Royal-Thomian tradition, this year’s tournament is set to be an unmissable occasion.

This event committee is led by Chair Naveen Samarasekara. Record-keeping is headed by Permanent Compiler Siyath Ranatunga, with the Competition Format Coordinator and Awards Coordinator headed by Ranil Peiris and Naveen Samarasekera. Event admin and coordinators are Samitha Perera, Shiran De Soyza, and Suresh Ganeshan, with Ranil Pathirana chipping in as the T-shirt sponsor for this mega event.