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R&A Foundation’s Magical India Commitment

R&A Foundation’s Magical India Commitment

January 8, 2026

St Andrews, Scotland: The R&A Foundation has partnered with Magic Bus India Foundation to create new pathways for young girls in Delhi by providing access to golf.

Defining Milestone for Golf in Australia

Defining Milestone for Golf in Australia

December 3, 2025

Melbourne, Australia: Golf participation in Australia continues its unprecedented rise, surpassing four million adult players in 2024/25 – the highest total ever recorded.

Building the Golf Vietnam Brand

Building the Golf Vietnam Brand

November 3, 2025

Hue City, Vietnam: 54 Group CEO Jed Moore believes ‘golf is the spearhead for a national sports strategy capable of reshaping the economy, elevating Vietnam’s global image, and inspiring future generations’.

Excited Rory Relishing Delhi Debut

Excited Rory Relishing Delhi Debut

October 16, 2025

Delhi, India: Five-time Major champion Rory McIlroy’s appearance in this week’s DP World India Championship is ‘a big step forward for golf in the country’.

Vision for ‘Golf Silicon Valley’ in Danang

Vision for ‘Golf Silicon Valley’ in Danang

September 29, 2025

Danang, Vietnam: Dr Aylwin Tai, an influential figure in Asian golf for more than four decades, has outlined an ambitious vision for establishing a ‘Golf Silicon Valley’ in Danang.

Golf Saudi Delivers Texan Treats

Golf Saudi Delivers Texan Treats

September 28, 2025

Texas, United States: Hundreds of local fans and newcomers to the game were treated to a week to remember by tournament organiser Golf Saudi at the Aramco Houston Championship.

54 Strengthens Strategic VGA Alliance

54 Strengthens Strategic VGA Alliance

September 10, 2025

Hanoi, Vietnam: 54 and the Vietnam Golf Association have partnered to co-develop a national golf strategy and support next month’s inaugural Vietnam Golf Course Owners Summit.  

Vietnam Golf Course Owners Summit Launched

Vietnam Golf Course Owners Summit Launched

September 5, 2025

Hue, Vietnam: Focusing on the sustainable development of golf tourism and the golf economy in Vietnam, the inaugural Vietnam Golf Course Owners Summit will be staged next month.

Malaysia’s Golf in School Programme Tees-Off

Malaysia’s Golf in School Programme Tees-Off

August 22, 2025

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: The Malaysian Golf Association has successfully introduced the Golf in School programme, marking another milestone in the country’s Community Golf Programme.

R&A Foundation Scholars Selected

R&A Foundation Scholars Selected

August 13, 2025

St Andrews, Scotland: Eleven outstanding young people from around the world have been selected as the latest recipients of The Royal and Ancient Golf Club Scholarship.

Troon Targets Generational Development

Troon Targets Generational Development

July 27, 2025

Arizona, United States: Troon Family Golf Month comes to a crescendo with the hosting of Troon Family Golf Day at the international management group’s facilities worldwide.

R&A Chief Executive’s Positive Outlook

R&A Chief Executive’s Positive Outlook

July 18, 2025

Portrush, Northern Ireland: The focus of The R&A is on delivering the best championship at The Open amid the continued growth of golf’s original Major.