Monday, October 19, 2009

Ureta Wins in World Cup Qualifier


Caracas, Venezuela – Chile, Venezuela and Brazil secured their place among the 28 nations expected to compete in the Omega Mission Hills World Cup next November in China. The Chileans, who led for the entire week, and the Venezuelans, a solid second since day two, earned their spots comfortably. Meanwhile, the Brazilians claimed the last spot available by defeating Guatemala in a dramatic playoff hole.


Chile’s Martin Ureta and Hugo Leon, both 24, played as the most seasoned veterans this week at the Caracas Country Club. Their aggregate of 27-under par 257 set a record for the Omega Mission Hills World Cup South American Qualifier Copa Marriott Venezuela Playa Grande, at least for the eight years the event has been conducted by the Tour de las Americas on behalf of the International Federation of PGA Tours.


“It’s really a huge honour to have the opportunity to represent Chile in the World Cup. This was our first time representing our nation as professional players, so it has been a great start. Martin (Ureta) is one of my closest friends, so it’s an honour as well to have the opportunity to share this experience with him,” said Leon after a conservative even-par 70 final round of alternate-shot foursomes that awarded them a three-stroke victory.

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