Martens wins 63rd Annual Tournament of Champions

August 15th, 2021 by admin

Ross Martens saved the best round of the weekend for last and took the title at the 63rd Annual Tournament of Champions at Atlantic Golf and Country Club on Sunday. Martens shot a final round 66 on Sunday, which matched the best round of all golfers through the three day event. He began the day at even par for his first two rounds and was one shot behind leader Andrew Martin. His 66 brought the weekend total to -3, 204, which ended up 4 shots better than Runner-Up Zach Christianson from the Atlantic Golf and Country Club.

Ross Martens, 2021 Championship Division Champion

Martens opened the round with a bogey but quickly turned things around after that. He used a big stretch of 4 under through five holes to take command of the lead. He birdied 7, 8, 10, and 11 and just edged out a another birdie attempt on 9 to make his strong run. He would later survive a little trouble on the 13th. Christianson had driven the green and Ross’ second shot ended up short left. He chipped up and then was able to sink a 13 foot par putt to save the hole. Christianson then lipped out on a birdie attempt and ultimately no movement came to the leaderboard. Martens said he was thankful for all of the support, loves playing in the tournament, and always wanted to win it. His parent were able to walk the entire round with him and his father was on the bag.

The Senior Division needed a playoff to decide the winner. Last year’s champ Ron Peterson got caught on the back nine by Del Miller and they both finished at +8 for the weekend. Both players parred the first playoff hole. Miller then nearly chipped in for birdie on the second and tapped in for a par. Peterson ended up with a bogey after missing his putt and Miller secured the win. It’s the fourth time Miller has grabbed the senior title.

Del Miller, 2021 Senior Division Champion

Rick Thompson, 2021 Super Senior Division Champion

The Super Senior Division was won for the second year in a row by Rick Thompson. He shot a stellar round of 67 on Sunday to grab the win by one stroke over another Past Champion in John Willmore. Thompson finished the weekend with a +7, 214 total.

Thanks to all the tournament leaders, volunteers, and Atlantic Golf and Country Club staff for another wonderful tournament and helping us execute our live coverage.

Listen to the post round interview with Ross Martens below.