Al Musharrekh on top after strong finish

Dubai: Ahmad Al Musharrekh posted a strong finish in the Al Naboodah Cup at Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club to move into pole position in the Emirates Golf Federation's Order of Merit.

The talented youngster, who recently won a major tournament in Riyadh, carded a gross 79 to finish tied fifth, eight shots behind leader winner Mukhtar Mirza.

With this tidy finish, Al Musharrekh has taken his tally to 53.25 points, overtaking Vikram Judge (50) and Mirza (49.5).

The Al Naboodah Cup was part of a four-event series of the UAE PGA Patrons Cup which has been included for the first time in the Emirates Golf Federation men's Order of Merit.

Some impressive scores were returned during the Al Naboodah Cup which attracted a strong field.

Mirza held sway with a consistent showing, beating his nearest challenger and former Order of Merit winner Mathew Turner by a good three shots.

Among the notables, Abdullah Al Musharrekh also produced a fine performance, finishing fourth on gross 78, one shot ahead of his younger brother Ahmad.

With eight events still remaining to be played, the Order of Merit race promises to produce an exciting finish.