Winning a golf tournament in a foreign country is an incredible feat, but imagine doing it alone, without anyone to share your triumph. Well, not on South Africa’s watch! A group of golfers went out of their way to celebrate a foreign champion and show him the BEST time. It’s the heartwarming story of trophies, tequila and new friends!
South Africa (27 May 2025) – Imagine being alone in a foreign country for a sports tournament, winning and having a group of kind locals go out of their way to celebrate your victory and make your stay as comfortable as can be!
This was the experience for a recent visitor who had come down to South Africa for an anticipated Sunshine Tour golf tournament at a local club.
Sharing this feel-good story with us was a member of the club and one of our Good Things Guy readers, who confirmed that a foreigner won the tournament, resoundingly too, but unfortunately didn’t have anyone to celebrate his triumph with.
After the other members noticed the champion sitting alone with his trophy, having a drink, the South African spirit of togetherness came alive in the best way as they asked him to join their table.
What began as a celebratory tequila (inspired by the winner’s Mexican origins) quickly escalated into an unforgettable display of hospitality!
After the round of tequila, they naturally wanted to order some more celebratory drinks, but the winner mentioned that it was getting late and that he still needed to get to the airport to pick up his rental car.
In true ‘Good Things Guy’ style, one of the gentlemen enjoying the celebration with him happened to be a general manager for a car dealership. He insisted that the winner not go pick up the rental car, but instead would provide him with a car to use during his stay.
After a fun evening in the company of new friends, the locals made sure he got back safely to his hotel and his car to use was promptly delivered the next morning, turning a lonely win into a heartwarming experience of camaraderie and genuine South African kindness!
Sources: Supplied
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