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This Labour Weekend, the prestigious Canterbury Matchplay Championship returns to Harewood Golf Club, promising a full weekend of competitive golf, local pride, and thrilling head-to-head action. With 80 entries already confirmed, the event remains a standout fixture on the regional sporting calendar.
Matchplay is widely regarded as the golfer鈥檚 favourite format, offering strategic intensity and one-on-one drama that keeps players and spectators on edge. The championship boasts a rich history in Canterbury, and its Labour Weekend timing ensures a packed schedule of matches across Saturday and Sunday.
In association with the Elmwood Trading Company, Canterbury Golf GM Blair Minton joined Lesley Murdoch to preview the event and share what fans and players can expect from this year鈥檚 edition.
鈥淚t鈥檚 shaping up to be a fantastic weekend,鈥 Minton said. 鈥淭he field is strong, the course is in great condition, and the matchplay format always brings out the best in our golfers.鈥
Tune in for Blair鈥檚 full preview, including insights into the event鈥檚 history, format, course changes at Harewood, and what鈥檚 at stake for competitors this year.
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