Relive Christo Lamprecht’s historic first Korn Ferry Tour victory at the Pinnacle Bank Championship! Watch his CLUTCH bunker shot on the 18th hole to secure a 1-stroke win over Peter Kuest.
Key Moments:
– Bogey-free 66 final round with 5 birdies
– Career-best 19-under 265 tournament score
– Becomes 14th first-time winner on 2025 Korn Ferry Tour
– Jumps to No. 10 in season points standings
Learn about Lamprecht’s rise from World No. 1 amateur (22 weeks) to pro champion, including:
– 3x All-American at Georgia Tech
– 2024 ACC Player of the Year
– T23 at 2024 Bermuda Championship
Tournament Highlights:
– Peter Kuest’s career-best runner-up finish
– Robby Shelton’s heartbreaking final two bogeys
– Sudarshan Yellamaraju’s bogey-free 64
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Imagine a young golfer stepping onto the green for the final hole of a major tournament with the weight of the world on his shoulders. But Christo Lamperect, a 24year-old from South Africa, turned those pressures into triumph by sinking a birdie from a greenside bunker on the par4 18th hole. Lamperect clinched the pinnacle bank championship presented by Woodhouse, beating first round leader Peter Quest by a single stroke. This wasn’t just any victory. It was Lamprete’s first on the corn ferry tour, making him the 14th rookie winner of the 2025 season and the 13th player under 30 to achieve this feat. Lamprete’s journey to the top was nothing short of remarkable. In his 27th start on the corn ferry tour, he carded a flawless 5 under 66 in the final round, hitting birdies on holes 4, 6, 7, 15, and 18. This performance not only secured him the victory but also set a new career best 72 hole score of 19 under 265 surpassing his previous best of 17 under 266 from the 2025 Astra Golf Championship. His triumph was more than just a win. It was a significant boost in his career. Lampre earned 500 Cornferry Tour points, catapulting him to number 10 on the 2025 Cornferry Tour points list. This achievement came on the heels of his third top 10 finish of the season, which included victories at the Pinnacle Bank Championship and the Bahamas Great Avac Classic and a tie for second place at the Astra Golf Championship. But here’s where it gets even more impressive. Lamperect’s success didn’t come out of nowhere. He earned guaranteed starts in the first 12 events of the 2025 Cornferry Tour season after finishing tied for 19th at the 2024 PGA Tour Q School. During the 2024 corny tour season, he made 10 appearances with three made cuts, including a tie for fifth at the Ascendant presented by Blue. His amateur career was equally stellar. Lamperect captured two collegiate victories, earning three all-americ honors, first team in 2023 and 2024, third team in 2022, and three all Atlantic Coast Conference selections, 2022, 2023, 2024. You also claimed the 2024 ACC player of the year award and won the 128th amateur championship in England, defeating Ronan Clue 3 and2 in the championship match. In September 2023, he became the first South African to reach number one in the World Amateur golf ranking, holding the top spot for 22 weeks before turning professional in June 2024. The victory at the Pinnacle Bank Championship was particularly special for Lamperect given his connection to the tournament. It was his second career appearance there, having finished tied for 20 nights in 2024. His success adds another chapter to his already impressive resume, which includes a tie for 74th in the 2023 Open Championship, a made cut in the 2024 Masters tournament, and a tie for 23rd in the 2024 Butterfield Bermuda Championship. And this is the part most people miss. Lampre’s rise to the top is a testament to his hard work and dedication. His journey from college standout to professional golfer is a story of perseverance and talent. But what about the future? Can Lamperek maintain his momentum on the corn ferry tour or will the pressure of professional golf prove too much? While Lamperek’s victory was the highlight of the tournament, other players also had notable performances. First round leader Peter Quest finished runner up, securing his second career top 10 finish. Robbie Shelton, who was seeking his fifth career victory, finished third despite bogeies on his final two holes. Sudashan Yella Maraju, winner of the 2025 Bahama’s Great Abacco Classic, tied the low round of the day with a 7under 64, improving his standing on the points list to number 13. This tournament showcased the depth of talent on the corn ferry tour with many players recording impressive finishes. But for now, the spotlight remains on Christo Lampre, a young golfer who has just begun to scratch the surface of his potential. What do you think? Is Lamperect poised for continued success, or is this just the beginning of a promising career?
