Damith Pallewatte, Acting CEO, HNB (fifth from left) and the Sanjay Wijemanne,Chief Operating Officer, HNB along with the winners of the HNB Legacy Open 2024.
The HNB Legacy Open 2024 concluded after an 18-hole game of thrilling competition. This tournament marks the beginning of a new tradition designed to celebrate excellence in golf and create lasting memories through a shared passion for the sport.
In Division A, Noordeen Sethwala emerged as the Overall Winner, showcasing exceptional skill on the course. Priyanga Hapugalle took the title in Division B, while Nadesan Krishna Kumar secured victory in Division C. The Ladies Division saw Anouk Chitty claim the top spot, and Raju A. Chandiram was crowned the winner in the Seniors Division.
The awards ceremony and fellowship night at the iconic Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya provided a fitting conclusion to the event, reinforcing its significance and fostering camaraderie among participants.
HNB’s decision to launch its first independently organized tournament of this scale marks a significant milestone. After supporting the Millennium Trophy with the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) for over 12 years, the bank has now taken a bold step forward by hosting the event at the renowned Nuwara Eliya Golf Club, a course steeped in history and natural beauty. This further demonstrates its commitment to promoting excellence in golf.
Damith Pallewatte, HNB’s Acting CEO, presented the Overall Winner with a return air ticket to Singapore. Reflecting on the event, he stated: “The inaugural HNB Legacy Open has truly exceeded our expectations. In addition to celebrating exceptional golfing talent, this event is also a reflection of our commitment to curating unique experiences for our valued Private Banking clients that enrich their financial and lifestyle aspirations. We’re excited to see how this tournament, and others like it, will continue to create opportunities for our clients to connect, grow, and enjoy exclusive moments on and off the course,” said HNB Acting CEO Damith Pallewatte.
