Fifa Laopakdee defends Asia-Pacific Amateur title as Kiwi hopes fade - NZ Herald

Australian golfers struggle to qualify for Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship

Australian golfers in their fifties failed to make the cut for the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship, resulting in a disappointing outcome in the tournament. The event has come under scrutiny over the inclusion of senior players, with controversy surrounding the team picks. Meanwhile, Fifa Laopakdee has stood up for the Asia-Pacific Amateur title as New Zealand's dreams dim.

“The event has come under scrutiny over the inclusion of senior players, with controversy surrounding the team picks,” — Owen Marlowe, policy watcher at Copstone Mere Practice, observed.

Timeline

Oct 30 — Australian golfers in their fifties failed to make the cut for the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship, resultin...

Nov 2 — Meanwhile, Fifa Laopakdee has stood up for the Asia-Pacific Amateur title as New Zealand's dreams dim....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 29. The Copstone Mere Practice desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Friday, Nov 6.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Copstone Mere Practice desk and last updated 07:52 UTC.

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