By: Times of Oman

Muscat: Oman’s U18 boys’ team made history by clinching their first-ever gold medal at the GCC Golf Championship, a landmark achievement that underscores the nation’s rapid progress in the sport.

After three consecutive years of finishing second, Oman’s young golfers delivered a stellar performance at the Royal Greens Golf and Country Club in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, securing their place at the top of Gulf junior golf.

The trio of Adam Al Barwani (234), Mahir Sampat (253), and Pransh Jagwani (254) combined for a total score of 484, edging out Kuwait on countback after both teams finished level. The UAE secured third place with 493, followed by Bahrain (495), Qatar (516), and Saudi Arabia (523).

Adding to Oman’s success, Adam capped off the team’s dominant showing by winning the individual silver medal (234), finishing second in the U18 category behind Kuwait’s Salem Al Abkal (223). The UAE’s Mohammed Thabet (238) claimed bronze.

The victory represents a significant moment for Oman’s young golfers, who have been steadily improving under the Oman Golf Association’s (OGA) structured training and development programmes.

Dedication of the teenagers, competitive exposure, and investment in youth golf are now paying off, with this title marking a new era for the sport in the country.

Reflecting on the team’s triumph, Mahir, a key player in Oman’s gold-winning squad, expressed his pride.

He said: “I am delighted to win the gold medal at the GCC Championships for my country. I’m very glad that the commitment and hard work paid off, which led to an excellent result in the team category. I look forward to winning more medals for Oman in the years to come.”