Manawatu Wanganui Stroke Play Championship

The Manawatu Wanganui Stroke Play Championship is a prominent golf tournament held in New Zealand, typically at Feilding Golf Club, part of the Manawatu-Wanganui region. The 2025 edition was scheduled for early April, with the tournament played over 72 holes in stroke play format. The event attracts competitive amateur golfers from the North Island region, with players competing for ranking points and regional honors. The tournament is known for its challenging course set-up, with the Feilding Golf Club course featuring a par of 35 on the front nine and 36 on the back nine, totaling 71. The course has a rating of 70.1 and a slope of 116, making it a fair but demanding test for players. The field generally includes local club champions, regional qualifiers, and visiting amateurs aiming to improve their national ranking.