Kemarol Baharin (Photo by Ali Mufti / Toyota Tour)
The PGM Seri Selangor Championship 2025 got off to a thrilling start with Galven Green and Kemarol Baharin leading the way after the first round at the prestigious Kelab Golf Seri Selangor. Both players posted impressive scores of four under par (-4), setting the stage for an exciting continuation of the championship.
The tournament, a major fixture on the Malaysian golfing calendar, has attracted a strong field of both local and international talent. The Men’s Championship features a total purse of RM180,000, with an additional RM30,000 set aside for the Ladies Championship.
Green’s opening round was nothing short of spectacular, as he made a remarkable eagle on the 5th hole (par 5), followed by four birdies to give him the edge. However, his round was not without its challenges, as he dropped two bogeys on holes 16 and 17, but still managed to finish strong at -4.
Kemarol Baharin, also at -4, displayed consistent skill throughout the round, recording six birdies and two bogeys. His steady play has placed him in a strong position heading into Round 2, where he will look to extend his lead.
Trailing just one stroke behind the leaders are five players who are tied for third place at three under par (-3). Shahriffuddin Ariffin, the best Malaysian professional at the recent Selangor Masters, currently sits in a tie for eighth place. The tight competition at the top of the leaderboard guarantees an exciting battle as the tournament progresses.
Zulaikah Nasser. (Photo by Ali Mufti / Toyota Tour)
In the Ladies Championship, Zulaikah Nasser is leading by a three-stroke margin, having posted an impressive 68 in the opening round. Liyana Durisic, who recently returned from competing at the WPS Perth-Melbourne International, is positioned in second place with a score of 71. The strong performances from both Zulaikah and Liyana promise a competitive showdown in the coming rounds.
