Cypriot Golf Society
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CGS Golf Holiday 2026 – Chiang Mai, Thailand
Captain Dino Capsalis once again took the society back to Thailand following the hugely successful and thoroughly enjoyable trips in 2019 and 2025. This year’s annual golf holiday took place from 2nd–8th February 2026 in Chiang Mai and was generously sponsored by Russell Kilikita.
A total of 32 CGS golfers attended, all competing for the prestigious title of Champion Golfer of the Week.
Although it is a long journey to Thailand, the rewards make it more than worthwhile. With excellent weather (30–32°C of sunshine and low humidity), outstanding golf courses such as Alpine, Highlands, and Legacy, the experience of playing with caddies, great-value food, and the warm hospitality of the Thai people, it remains a fantastic golf holiday destination.
Tournament Summary
The golf got underway on Monday 2nd February with the Red Ball Team Event. In this format, the best two scores out of four counted on each hole, with the red ball, worth double points, rotating between players throughout the round. The key challenge, of course, is keeping hold of the red ball.
The runaway winners, who impressively managed not to lose their ball, were the captain’s team of Dino Capsalis, sponsor Russell Kilikita, Tom Theodorou, and Stathi Liasi, finishing with an excellent 106 points. The runners-up recorded 93 points.
Tuesday 3rd February saw the start of the main Singles Competition, played over four rounds. Day 1 at Highlands (A+B) was won by 2014 holiday champion Tony Philippou with 33 points, narrowly ahead of Captain Dino Capsalis on 32 points.
On Wednesday 4th February, Round 2 took place at Alpine (B+C), a challenging course featuring numerous water hazards. Michael Falekkos produced an excellent round of 34 points off a handicap of 6 to take the win, with Louis Tsioupra and Tim Pavlakos close behind.
Thursday 5th February was a well-earned rest day, giving players the opportunity to relax by the pool, enjoy sightseeing trips to temples and elephant sanctuaries, indulge in massages, or simply unwind.
Friday 6th February featured the Amigos Betterball Competition at Legacy Golf Club, a welcome break from the intensity of the singles. The father-and-son pairing of Tony and Harry Philippou emerged victorious with 37 points, winning on countback in a tightly contested event.
Saturday 7th February brought Round 3 of the singles at Highlands (B+C), often referred to as “Movers and Shakers Day,” where strong performances can significantly impact the leaderboard. Angelo Takkas took the day with an excellent 35 points, narrowly beating Andrew Adams on countback. Despite this, Andrew maintained a commanding overall lead of 8 points heading into the final round.
Final Day
Sunday 8th February saw the final round at Alpine. Tension was high among the leaders, with Andrew Adams leading after three rounds on 96 points, followed by Tim Pavlakos (88), George “Vavvs” Georgiou (87), and Andy Odysseous (85).
After nine holes, the gap between Andrew and Tim had narrowed to just a few points, setting up an exciting back nine. However, the notoriously difficult Alpine course offered few scoring opportunities. Andrew Adams, playing off a handicap of 0, a professional golfer, and a two-time previous holiday winner (2015 and 2017), demonstrated his experience and composure to close out the tournament in style.
🏆 Champion Golfer of the Week – Andrew Adams
Results Summary
Monday 2nd Feb – Red Ball (Alpine A+B)
Winners: Dino Capsalis, Russell Kilikita, Tom Theodorou, Stathi Liasi – 106 pts
Runners-up: Alex Adams, Andrew Adams, Abe Basri, Tony Koureas – 93 pts
Tuesday 3rd Feb – Day 1 Singles (Highlands A+B)
1st: Tony Philippou – 33 pts
2nd: Dino Capsalis – 32 pts
3rd: Andrew Adams – 31 pts
Wednesday 4th Feb – Day 2 Singles (Alpine B+C)
1st: Michael Falekkos – 34 pts
2nd: Louis Tsioupra – 33 pts
3rd: Tim Pavlakos – 32 pts
Friday 6th Feb – Amigos Betterball (Legacy)
1st: Tony Philippou & Harry Philippou – 37 pts
2nd: Louis Tsioupra & George “Belts” Georgiou – 37 pts
Saturday 7th Feb – Day 3 Singles (Highlands B+C)
1st: Angelo Takkas – 35 pts
2nd: Andrew Adams – 35 pts
3rd: George “Vavvs” Georgiou – 34 pts
Sunday 8th Feb – Day 4 Singles (Alpine A+C)
1st: Angelo Takkas – 32 pts
2nd: Andy Soteriou – 31 pts
3rd: George “Vavvs” Georgiou – 30 pts
Overall Singles Results
1st: Andrew Adams – 122 pts
2nd: George “Vavvs” Georgiou – 117 pts
3rd: Tim Pavlakos – 116 pts
4th: Angelo Takkas – 115 pts
5th: Andy Soteriou – 115 pts
Andrew Adams Champion Holiday Golfer 2026Chiang Mai
Josh Toumany
Winner of Order of Merit 2025
CGS Golf Holiday 2026 – Chiang Mai, Thailand
Captain Dino Capsalis once again took the society back to Thailand following the hugely successful and thoroughly enjoyable trips in 2019 and 2025. This year’s annual golf holiday took place from 2nd–8th February 2026 in Chiang Mai and was generously sponsored by Russell Kilikita.
A total of 32 CGS golfers attended, all competing for the prestigious title of Champion Golfer of the Week.
Although it is a long journey to Thailand, the rewards make it more than worthwhile. With excellent weather (30–32°C of sunshine and low humidity), outstanding golf courses such as Alpine, Highlands, and Legacy, the experience of playing with caddies, great-value food, and the warm hospitality of the Thai people, it remains a fantastic golf holiday destination.
Tournament Summary
The golf got underway on Monday 2nd February with the Red Ball Team Event. In this format, the best two scores out of four counted on each hole, with the red ball, worth double points, rotating between players throughout the round. The key challenge, of course, is keeping hold of the red ball.
The runaway winners, who impressively managed not to lose their ball, were the captain’s team of Dino Capsalis, sponsor Russell Kilikita, Tom Theodorou, and Stathi Liasi, finishing with an excellent 106 points. The runners-up recorded 93 points.
Tuesday 3rd February saw the start of the main Singles Competition, played over four rounds. Day 1 at Highlands (A+B) was won by 2014 holiday champion Tony Philippou with 33 points, narrowly ahead of Captain Dino Capsalis on 32 points.
On Wednesday 4th February, Round 2 took place at Alpine (B+C), a challenging course featuring numerous water hazards. Michael Falekkos produced an excellent round of 34 points off a handicap of 6 to take the win, with Louis Tsioupra and Tim Pavlakos close behind.
Thursday 5th February was a well-earned rest day, giving players the opportunity to relax by the pool, enjoy sightseeing trips to temples and elephant sanctuaries, indulge in massages, or simply unwind.
Friday 6th February featured the Amigos Betterball Competition at Legacy Golf Club, a welcome break from the intensity of the singles. The father-and-son pairing of Tony and Harry Philippou emerged victorious with 37 points, winning on countback in a tightly contested event.
Saturday 7th February brought Round 3 of the singles at Highlands (B+C), often referred to as “Movers and Shakers Day,” where strong performances can significantly impact the leaderboard. Angelo Takkas took the day with an excellent 35 points, narrowly beating Andrew Adams on countback. Despite this, Andrew maintained a commanding overall lead of 8 points heading into the final round.
Final Day
Sunday 8th February saw the final round at Alpine. Tension was high among the leaders, with Andrew Adams leading after three rounds on 96 points, followed by Tim Pavlakos (88), George “Vavvs” Georgiou (87), and Andy Odysseous (85).
After nine holes, the gap between Andrew and Tim had narrowed to just a few points, setting up an exciting back nine. However, the notoriously difficult Alpine course offered few scoring opportunities. Andrew Adams, playing off a handicap of 0, a professional golfer, and a two-time previous holiday winner (2015 and 2017), demonstrated his experience and composure to close out the tournament in style.
🏆 Champion Golfer of the Week – Andrew Adams
Results Summary
Monday 2nd Feb – Red Ball (Alpine A+B)
Winners: Dino Capsalis, Russell Kilikita, Tom Theodorou, Stathi Liasi – 106 pts
Runners-up: Alex Adams, Andrew Adams, Abe Basri, Tony Koureas – 93 pts
Tuesday 3rd Feb – Day 1 Singles (Highlands A+B)
1st: Tony Philippou – 33 pts
2nd: Dino Capsalis – 32 pts
3rd: Andrew Adams – 31 pts
Wednesday 4th Feb – Day 2 Singles (Alpine B+C)
1st: Michael Falekkos – 34 pts
2nd: Louis Tsioupra – 33 pts
3rd: Tim Pavlakos – 32 pts
Friday 6th Feb – Amigos Betterball (Legacy)
1st: Tony Philippou & Harry Philippou – 37 pts
2nd: Louis Tsioupra & George “Belts” Georgiou – 37 pts
Saturday 7th Feb – Day 3 Singles (Highlands B+C)
1st: Angelo Takkas – 35 pts
2nd: Andrew Adams – 35 pts
3rd: George “Vavvs” Georgiou – 34 pts
Sunday 8th Feb – Day 4 Singles (Alpine A+C)
1st: Angelo Takkas – 32 pts
2nd: Andy Soteriou – 31 pts
3rd: George “Vavvs” Georgiou – 30 pts
Overall Singles Results
1st: Andrew Adams – 122 pts
2nd: George “Vavvs” Georgiou – 117 pts
3rd: Tim Pavlakos – 116 pts
4th: Angelo Takkas – 115 pts
5th: Andy Soteriou – 115 pts
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On a cold Winter's evening, Thursday 4th of January 1990 at 7.30 pm., a meeting was held at the Cypriot Community Centre in Wood Green, by twenty two Cypriot golfers.
Dino Capsalis CGS Captain 2026
CGS Challenge Shield – Knebworth Golf Club
14th May 2026
Sponsor: Nicholas Christofi – Karis Capital
The third event of the CGS calendar took place on 14th May 2026 at Knebworth Golf Club in Hertfordshire and was generously sponsored by Nicholas Christofi of Karis Capital.
The course was beautifully presented, with immaculate fairways and greens, while the weather once again provided perfect golfing conditions under clear blue skies.
An excellent turnout of 60 golfers gathered at 10:30am to enjoy bacon rolls and coffee before play. Captain Dino Capsalis welcomed everyone, thanked the sponsor for his generous support, and delivered a short briefing covering the order of the day, local rules, pace of play, and other housekeeping matters ahead of the 12:00pm tee-off.
Knebworth is a demanding course where accuracy is essential, and the standout performer of the day was Andy Lanitis, who produced an outstanding 38 points off a 6 handicap to claim the CGS Challenge Shield. Andy, a long-standing member of the society who recently rejoined after several years away, has an impressive record of success, having won numerous major competitions and golf holidays over the years. Finishing in second place was Captain Dino Capsaliswith an excellent 36 points, while Alex Adams secured third place with 34 points.
Following the golf, members enjoyed a delicious roll-up BBQ before gathering for the prize presentation and fundraising in support of the Captain's Charity, North London Hospice. Through fines, donations, and the sweep, an excellent £580was raised on the day, bringing the total raised so far this year to £5,355.00. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to this fantastic achievement.
Results
· Winner: Andy Lanitis – 38 points
· Second: Dino Capsalis – 36 points
· Third: Alex Adams – 34 points
· Best Team: Mel Menelaou, Andy Lanitis, Mike Tsangaridis & Mike Falekkos
· Best Senior: Alex Adams – 34 points
· Nearest the Pin: Andy Lanitis
· Booby Prize: Andreas Jordan – 16 points