Alden Lee wins the 102nd State Fair Men’s Golf Tournament. Photo courtesy of Sacramento Golf Council

SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) – A three-way tie on the 18th hole set up a dramatic four-hole playoff Sept. 7 as Aidan Lee, Kavi Marez and Keita Yobiko battled for the championship of the 102nd State Fair Men’s Golf Tournament, held Sept. 5 to 7 at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex.

All three players finished the regulation 54 holes with scores of 199.

Birdies by Lee and Marez on the first playoff hole eliminated Yobiko from contention. Lee and Marez then continued their battle for the title through the remaining playoff holes, with Lee sinking four birdies during the playoff. Marez ultimately secured a par on the fourth playoff hole at No. 18, giving Lee the victory.

Lee finished regulation play with rounds of 65-68-66 for 199. Marez posted 67-67-65 for 199, while Yobiko finished with 70-65-64 for 199.

Now in its 102nd year, the State Fair Men’s Golf Amateur Tournament has a long tradition of showcasing and developing talented golfers who have gone on to successful professional careers. Past champions include several notable PGA professionals, including Ken Venturi (1950), Allen Geiberger (1955), Dick Lotz (1961 and 1962), George Archer (1963) and Kevin Sutherland (1984).

The tournament is sponsored by the Sacramento Golf Council, with Larry Glasmire serving as tournament director.