Travis Smyth wins Riversdale Cup in playoff

3/8/2015 | by AmateurGolf.com Staff

Travis Smyth

Travis Smyth prevails in a playoff over Lucas Herbert to win the Riversdale Cup in Victoria, Australia

MT. WAVERLEY, Australia — In Australia's second oldest amateur tournament, Travis Smyth and Lucas Herbert were deadlocked after 72 holes at eight-under par 280. Smyth, of New South Wales, shot a final-round 70 after entering day four with a two-shot lead over Herbert, who shot his lowest round of the tournament to attempt at a comeback. His 68 sent the two to a playoff, where Smyth prevailed for the victory. The low round of the tournament went to Ben Eccles, whose 66 on Sunday shot him into the top-five where he tied for fourth place with Ryan Ruffels and Taylor MacDonald. Brett Coletta took third place.

Results: Riversdale Cup

Place	Player	Location	Pts	Scores
1	Travis Smyth	, Australia	1000	70-72-68-70=280
2	Lucas Herbert	, Australia	700	70-72-70-68=280
3	Brett Coletta	, Australia	500	72-73-70-68=283
T4	Ben Eccles	, Australia	500	71-75-73-66=285
T4	Ryan Ruffels	, Australia	500	75-74-68-68=285

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About the Riversdale Cup

Australia’ second oldest amateur 72-hole golf tournament is The Riversdale Cup. It is one of the most highly participated events in the Australian amateur golf calendar. More than 250 men and women from around the world compete in the event each year...

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