This Labour Weekend, the prestigious Canterbury Matchplay Championship returns to Harewood Golf Club, promising a full weekend of competitive golf, local pride, and thrilling head-to-head action. With 80 entries already confirmed, the event remains a standout fixture on the regional sporting calendar.

Matchplay is widely regarded as the golfer’s favourite format, offering strategic intensity and one-on-one drama that keeps players and spectators on edge. The championship boasts a rich history in Canterbury, and its Labour Weekend timing ensures a packed schedule of matches across Saturday and Sunday.

In association with the Elmwood Trading Company, Canterbury Golf GM Blair Minton joined Lesley Murdoch to preview the event and share what fans and players can expect from this year’s edition.

“It’s shaping up to be a fantastic weekend,” Minton said. “The field is strong, the course is in great condition, and the matchplay format always brings out the best in our golfers.”

Tune in for Blair’s full preview, including insights into the event’s history, format, course changes at Harewood, and what’s at stake for competitors this year.

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