The annual Nordic Open Golf Day 2025 brought together 76 players across 19 teams, along with 20 additional guests who joined for a post-game lunch and networking event at Moore Park Golf, Sydney, on 7 March.
This highly anticipated sold-out event has become a staple within the Nordic business community, offering the perfect blend of friendly competition and professional networking in a relaxed atmosphere.
Estonia had a record number of teams this year, with three teams competing:
- Marika Kompus, Hendrik Urm, Carl Urm, Art Protsin – placed 4th overall.
- Indrek Urv, Ken Kerner, Kris Kerner, Robert Saks.
- Kristi Barrow, Matthew Porm, Jamie Black, Anthony Gallagher.
All teams performed exceptionally well, with Hendrik Urm winning the male longest drive.
Here are all the Winners:
- 1st Place – Sweden Mixed Team: Fredrik Avellen, Erik Södergren, Johan Hempel, and Martin Cvizek
- 2nd Place – Sweden Team Elekta: Gavin Williams, Jason Arts, Julius Ambat, and Benn Perkins
- 3rd Place – Finland Mixed Team: Andrew Waite, Mikael Koski, Pär From, and Nick Webster
- 4th Place – Estonia Mixed Team: Marika Kompus, Hendrik Urm, Carl Urm, and Art Protsin
Congratulations to all!
Players also had the chance to win a brand-new Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance Ultra with a hole-in-one on Hole 10. While no one managed to hit a Hole-in-One this year, the Closest to HiO prize was awarded to Andrew Waite (FACC). He took home a luxurious Sydney hotel stay for two generously sponsored by The Fullerton Hotel Sydney.
The Nordic Putting Competition ran throughout the day in front of the clubhouse, allowing both golfers and lunch attendees to participate. Winner was Paul Miller (Deutsch Miller) – Hole-in-One!
A Diplomatic Putting Showdown
A highlight of the event was the Nordic Ambassadors and General Consuls Putting Competition, featuring:
- HE Arto Haapea (Ambassador of Finland to Australia)
- HE Pontus Melander (Ambassador of Sweden to Australia)
- Ulrik Friis Dahl (Consul General of Denmark)
- Rob Lord (Consul General of Norway)
- Sulev Kalamäe (Honorary Consul of Estonia)
In a true diplomatic showdown, Norway took the win, followed by Denmark, Estonia, Finland, and Sweden. Well done to all participants!
Honoured Guests & Closing Remarks
The Nordic Open Golf Day Lunch welcomed HE Arto Haapea and HE Pontus Melander as Guests of Honour. In their speeches, they emphasised the importance of Nordic collaboration and the strong joint effort that made this event a success.
Thank You to Our Organising Committee!
This event wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication of the NOGD Organising Committee:
- Danish Connect – David McLellan & Julie Boel
- EACCI – Liisa Pobul & Marianna Jolla
- FACC – Joona Puhakka & Anssi Paatero
- NACC – Stig Falster & Julie Velmar
- SACC – Christer Engström, Mikael Dahlgren & Camilla Jennings
A huge thank you to all chamber representatives and volunteers for your support and contribution in making Nordic Open Golf Day 2025 such a fantastic event!
Read the full event summary HERE
