Singapore: The Singapore Golf Association (SGA) has entered into a three-year partnership with Golf Genius, a leading supplier of tournament management solutions. From January 2020, all SGA tournaments will be powered through Golf Genius’ tournament management software, aligning the organisation with many of the game’s leaders across the Asia-Pacific region and around the globe. With the […]
Dhaka, Bangladesh: Mohammad Siddikur Rahman’s remarkable rise to prominence will act as an inspiration to his young compatriots in the starting line-up for the sixth edition of the Faldo Series Bangladesh Championship. With a 100-strong field set to vie for glory at Kurmitola Golf Club (KGC) in the seventh event of the 2019-20 Faldo Series […]
Jeju Island, South Korea: The host venue of the CJ Cup, the largest PGA Tour event in Asia and part of the FedEx series, has received further international recognition – this time for their proactive work in sustainability. The club has achieved the widely endorsed and accredited Golf Environment Organisation (GEO) Certified label for commitment […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Known for bringing together decision makers, leading investors and global experts to explore future economic trends and opportunities, the Future Investment Initiative (FII) has now turned its attention to the golf industry with a series of events. Central to this was an expert panel led by Majed Al-Sorour, Chief Executive Officer of the […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Some of the biggest names in the golf industry have come together to debate an exciting new direction for the sport at the Future Investment Initiative. The panel discussion, held in front of golf industry experts and leading business people from across the world, welcomed Ernie Els, a four-time Major Champion and […]
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Seven IMG-managed properties were honoured at the sixth World Golf Awards. As well seeing Michlifen Golf & Country Club named as Morocco’s Best Golf Hotel, six clubs within the IMG network were bestowed with the honour of Best Golf Course in their respective countries. “We’re extremely proud of all IMG […]
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Singapore Tourism Board Chairman Chaly Mah has hailed Sentosa Golf Club for being named the World’s Best Golf Club at the sixth World Golf Awards. “Our primary goal is to ensure Singapore remains an attractive business and leisure destination where possibilities can be realised and passion made possible,” said Mah. […]
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: TPC Kuala Lumpur has celebrated another feather in its cap as Malaysia’s Best Golf Course at the sixth World Golf Awards. The award is specifically attributed to the 6,405-metre, par-72 West Course at TPC Kuala Lumpur, a Golf Course Facility Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation. Originally opened in 1991, […]
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Thailand-based Golfasian, a market leader in golf tourism since launching in 1997, enjoyed a memorable night of success at the 2019 World Golf Awards (WGA), claiming no fewer than five accolades. In a mirror image of its showing at last year’s WGA, Golfasian earned top honours in some of Asia’s […]
Shanghai, China: As the WGC-HSBC Champions celebrates 15 years of world-class golf, tournament title partner HSBC has brought together some of the game’s biggest stars alongside some of its brightest talents for a demonstration of just how far the sport has come in China. Every year, WGC-HSBC Champions has one of the strongest fields outside […]
Orlando, United States: General registration for the 2020 Golf Industry Show (GIS) has opened today. The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) and presenting partners, the Golf Course Builders Association of America (GCBAA) and American Society of Golf Course Architects (ASGCA), will offer a dynamic, progressive week of unparalleled networking opportunities and hands-on access […]
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States: Atlas Turf International has signed a strategic golf marketing relationship with the Nicklaus Companies. To date, Atlas Turf and the Nicklaus Companies have collaborated on more than a dozen golf projects in 11 countries for grassing of some of the top golf courses in the world. With the reputation as a […]
Chiba, Japan: Tiger Woods tied Sam Snead’s PGA Tour record of 82 career victories with an imperious three-shot win at the inaugural, weather-hit ZOZO Championship. Woods ensured that the first PGA Tour event to be held in Japan will remain etched in the history books – and long in the memory of those who saw […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Just days after unveiling a new partnership with Troon to provide strategic insights for the development of the game across the Kingdom, Golf Saudi has joined the Asian Golf Industry Federation (AGIF) as an Executive Member. The central driving force behind the game’s national development, Golf Saudi is a wholly owned subsidiary […]
Jupiter, Florida, United States: Ted Eleftheriou has joined the National Golf Foundation’s (NGF) senior management team as Vice President of Player Development & Engagement after spending the previous five years with the PGA of America. In his new role, Eleftheriou will lead the organisation’s efforts to reconnect with its player development roots, including overseeing NGF’s […]