Grand Oak Limited, maker of the liquor brand— Lord’s Dry Gin—has said that it supported the recent Lagos Country Club Snooker and Billiard Championship 2023 as its way of investing in premium sporting activities in Nigeria.
The snooker and billiard championship, which is a popular event that brings together extraordinary talent and enthusiasts at the esteemed Lagos Country Club, Ikeja Lagos, held from November 17 to 22, 2023.
The last edition witnessed remarkable performances and intense competition, culminating in exhilarating victories for top contenders.
Speaking at the event, the Director of Prime Business Unit at Grand Oak Limited, Stanley Obi, said, “The level of skill and dedication witnessed during the tournament truly highlights the incredible potential within Nigeria’s billiards and snooker community. It was inspiring to witness such passion and distinctiveness in the sport as related to our brand.”
Obi added that the brand’s collaboration with the snooker and billiard tournament aligns with its commitment to promote excellence and foster a thriving sports culture in the country.
According to him, supporting those endeavors allowed the brand to contribute to the development and recognition of exceptional talent in the country.”
In a display of skill and precision, John Gideon clinched victory in the snooker category; while in the billiard category, Damola Ogunnusi emerged victorious, beating formidable opponents in a gripping final that saw a display of remarkable talent and sportsmanship.
On his part, Olusegun Akinyemiju, the Brand Business Manager at the company, expressed delight in supporting such an ‘esteemed’ event, stating that the brand remained dedicated to fostering the growth of sports.
