Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia: Kota Permai Golf & Country Club proved a worthy venue for the Toyota Tour Championship, the penultimate stop on the 2024 Asian Development Tour (ADT).

Co-sanctioned with Malaysia’s domestic professional circuit, the Toyota Tour, the MYR400,000 (about US$91,000) event was won by Thailand’s Tanapat Pichaikool.

Tanapat carded a closing two-under 70 en route to a 17-under 271 aggregate, edging out compatriot and close friend Sarut Vongchaisit by one stroke after a thrilling match play-style final round.

Crafted by Australian golf course architect Ross Watson, the Kota Permai layout is widely acknowledged as one of the best in Southeast Asia with its strategic, risk-for-reward design and super-fast greens.

The club has hosted a plethora of top-class events since opening in 1998, including the Malaysian Open (2008, 2020) and the Volvo Masters of Asia (2002, 2003, 2004).

Tang Meng Loon, Executive Director of Gamuda Land which owns and operates Kota Permai, said: “Our course offers a challenging yet fair set-up with a mix of risk-and-reward holes, strategically-placed hazards, and fast, firm greens. The course tests both distance and precision, with difficult pin positions requiring careful shot selection and placement.

“Our primary objective in hosting this event is to support our local professional players, while showcasing Kota Permai as part of the Asian Tour Destinations network.

“Our exceptional facilities create the ideal environment for both players and spectators, ensuring a world-class experience for everyone involved.”

Ken Kudo, the ADT’s General Manager, said: “Our players enjoyed the superb Kota Permai course, which is one of the foremost tournament venues in this part of the world.

“We would like to extend our utmost appreciation to our valued partners, UMW Toyota Motor and Professional Golf of Malaysia (PGM), for their vision in promoting Malaysian golf and for making the ADT part of that vision.”

*Kota Permai Golf & Country Club is a Facility Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation.