Rukia Naiga successfully defends PAU End of Year Championship title

Rukia Naiga emerged victorious in the PAU End of Year championship, defeating her younger sister Rashidah Mutesi 6-4 in the thrilling final held at La’mour Pab in Kansanga.

This triumph marked Naiga’s successful defense of her title, having won the inaugural edition.

Naiga’s path to the final included a 6-4 semi-final victory over Ritah Ninsiima.

Meanwhile, Rashidah Mutesi produced a stunning performance, overwhelming National Pool Open champion Marion Kisakye 5-1 to secure her spot in the final.

In the third-place classification match, Ritah Ninsiima edged out Marion Kisakye to claim the bronze medal.

The second edition of the tournament attracted a total of 121 participants, with 43 female players competing.

The winners received substantial cash prizes, with champion Rukia Naiga taking home UGX 1,500,000.

Runner-up Rashidah Mutesi earned UGX 800,000, while third-place winner Ritah Ninsiima received UGX 400,000.

The fourth-place finisher pocketed UGX 200,000.