Twins Opio, Ocici out to rekindle family glory
AT 19 years, the twin brothers from the legendary late Sadi Onito family can now put up a genuine contest in the Uganda Open which tees off at Kitante course today.
By Douglas Mazune
AT 19 years, the twin brothers from the legendary late Sadi Onito family can now put up a genuine contest in the Uganda Open which tees off at Kitante course today.
Emma Opio, already vice captain of the national team, makes a fourth attempt at the Uganda Open while his twin brother Grace Ocici is set for a third appearance.
Looking to rekindle family glory that saw their father win the tournament a record 12 times and their elder brother the late Charles Yokwe lift the title in 2003 and 2005, the Onito twins have a rich history to inspire them.
“I have played at a high level locally and internationally for four years. I am mature enough to face off with everybody else,†Opio said.
“I have to attack from the beginning. I will take risks where possible because I don’t play well when I am very cautious.
“I must confess I won’t play safe in this tournament so expect the best or worst from me.â€
Surprisingly, chatty Ocici intends to take a cautious approach.
“I will aim to be in the top four during the opening round and hopefully attack on the final day,†Ocici remarked after a practice session that was halted by heavy rain yesterday.
“Emma (Opio) has been playing so well lately, he certainly has a better chance of winning but make no mistake to rule me out.â€
AT 19 years, the twin brothers from the legendary late Sadi Onito family can now put up a genuine contest in the Uganda Open which tees off at Kitante course today.
Emma Opio, already vice captain of the national team, makes a fourth attempt at the Uganda Open while his twin brother Grace Ocici is set for a third appearance.
Looking to rekindle family glory that saw their father win the tournament a record 12 times and their elder brother the late Charles Yokwe lift the title in 2003 and 2005, the Onito twins have a rich history to inspire them.
“I have played at a high level locally and internationally for four years. I am mature enough to face off with everybody else,†Opio said.
“I have to attack from the beginning. I will take risks where possible because I don’t play well when I am very cautious.
“I must confess I won’t play safe in this tournament so expect the best or worst from me.â€
Surprisingly, chatty Ocici intends to take a cautious approach.
“I will aim to be in the top four during the opening round and hopefully attack on the final day,†Ocici remarked after a practice session that was halted by heavy rain yesterday.
“Emma (Opio) has been playing so well lately, he certainly has a better chance of winning but make no mistake to rule me out.â€