Lincolnshire’s young prodigy Harry Camm really turned heads on Wednesday, snatching the inaugural Race to Woodhall Overseas Grand Final Champion 2024 title.
Over in Portugal at the Penina Hotel & Golf Resort—a place as picturesque as a postcard—the event rolled out the green carpet for some spectacular golfing talent.
Yet, it was the 13-year-old, swinging from a handicap of 32, who dazzled the crowds and dominated the greens with a performance that sparkled brighter than the Iberian sun.
Camm’s two-round total of 72 points over Tuesday and Wednesday was enough to secure the top spot and etch his name into the record books. Reflecting on his journey, he said:
“I’m happy to win but it was a difficult journey. There were some great players at every stage of competition. I’ve played very well for my standard so I’m really happy.
“In my first round, it was the first time I’ve ever had two birdies in a round, so I’m really pleased – I hit both to about five feet and holed the putts.
“It’s not often you win a free flight and stay in Portugal, I’ve really enjoyed being here, the weather is a lot better than it is back in England and playing my favourite sport in a lovely country, lovely weather – you cant really go wrong can you?”
A Performance to Remember
Camm’s campaign began with an extraordinary first round on Tuesday, where he carded 38 points, setting the pace with two birdie-twos and three pars.
Yet, the competition was stiff as old golf spikes. Kibworth’s Joe Pinnock and Peterborough Milton’s Ian Smith were right on young Harry’s heels, each delivering a stout 36 points that kept the suspense as thick as morning fog on the fairway.
As the second day rolled out, the tension cranked up a notch. Paul Brine from Knighton Heath, fresh from his victory at the Race to Woodhall Spa Final back in August, turned up the heat with a cracking final round.
Swinging off a handicap of 9, Brine racked up a sizzling 41 points, pushing his total to 64 and briefly sending ripples through the leaderboard.
Sylvia Kempsell, the 2024 England Captains Final winner, also mounted a strong challenge alongside Smith.
Kempsell’s consistent play kept her in contention, but it was Camm’s steady hand and clutch performance that carried the day.
Sealing the Title
In his second round, young Harry Camm held his nerve and carded 34 points, taking his total to a championship-clinching 72.
Ian Smith, with a handicap of 8, chased valiantly but had to settle for second place on 67 points.
Meanwhile, Sylvia Kempsell, ever-consistent, rounded out the top three with a solid 65—respectable, but not quite enough to catch the lad from Lincolnshire.
For young Camm, winning the trophy was just the cherry on top—the real reward was the whole experience.
Basking in Portugal’s sunny skies and squaring off against some of the finest golfers around, he added a thrilling chapter to his early, blossoming golf career.
The final leaderboard paints a vivid picture of the intense battle that unfolded over two days in paradise.
The Beginning of Something Special?
Harry Camm’s victory at the Race to Woodhall Overseas Grand Final 2024 is a testament to his determination, skill, and love for the game.
At just 13, he’s already shown he can rise to the occasion and handle the pressure on an international stage.
Keep an eye on this rising star as he continues his journey in the world of golf—there’s no telling how far he might go.
