Kristjansson wins Duke Of York Young Champions Trophy

Icelander Gudmundur Kristjansson held his nerve to claim a one-stroke victory over Ireland's Dermot McElroy in the Duke Of York Young Champions Trophy at Royal St George's

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Duke of York prize winners

Icelander Gudmundur Kristjansson held his nerve to claim a one-stroke victory over Ireland's Dermot McElroy in the Duke Of York Young Champions Trophy at Royal St George's.

Kristjanasson compiled a final-round 72 to go with previous rounds of 75 and 71 for what was, given the windy conditions, a highly commendable 218 tally on an Open Championship course.

After being presented by the Duke of York, Kristjansson, said: " It's far and away the best result I've ever had."

Perhaps the phenomenon is best understood by the unique situation whereby Iceland gets almost 24 hours of complete daylight in the summer months. "Sometimes we go out at midnight, and sometimes afterwards," Kristjansson added.

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