Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: Nine Brazilian golfers took part in the Aquece Rio Golf Challenge to inaugurate the new course that will host the first Olympic golf competition in 112 years. According to a report on the official Olympic Games website, Alexandre Rocha, the highest ranked player in the men’s draw, finished tied for the […]
Palm Beach Gardens, United States: The PGA of America has confirmed the extension of Pete Bevacqua’s contract as Chief Executive Officer through December 2021. Bevacqua has served as CEO since November 2012 and his current contract was set to expire in November 2018. The Board approved the extension at a recent Board meeting. “Pete is […]
Khon Kaen, Thailand: Golf prodigy Phachara Khongwatmai continued his remarkable rise in the game by winning the US$100,000 Singha Esan Open on the ASEAN PGA Tour. The 16-year-old Thai beat seasoned compatriot Chapchai Nirat by two strokes at Singha Park Golf Club after they both fired final rounds of four-under-par 68. Thais Panuphol Pittayarat (71) […]
Beaverton, United States: Nike Golf has introduced a range of new polo designs while the classic Nike Flyknit Chukka makes its first appearance on the golf course. The new polo designs boast modern cuts and collars that evidence an evolution in golf attire by athletes to select the look and feel best suited to their […]
Tokyo, Japan: The Gary Player Invitational concluded the second leg of its global series in Japan with after a charity auction which raised more than US$125,000 for Support Our Kids to benefit the children of the tsunami disaster in Tohoku. During his time in Tokyo, tournament host Gary Player attended charity concerts, golf events and a […]
Langkawi, Malaysia: George Gandranata closed with a one-under-par 70 to become the first player from Indonesia to win on the Asian Development Tour (ADT) at the PGM LADA Langkawi Championship. Gandranata, who celebrated his 30th birthday on Tuesday, held a one-shot advantage heading into the final round. But he stumbled with a double-bogey on the […]
Minneapolis, United States: Toro has announced the launch of the all-new Workman GTX utility vehicle, one of the most versatile grounds and turf crossover vehicles in its class. Combining superior comfort, control and versatility, the Workman GTX provides all the features to help tackle a multitude of tasks on and around the golf course. Superintendents […]
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Golf course superintendents and sports field managers from across the Gulf Region gathered in Dubai to learn more about the sustainable qualities and management practices of seashore paspalum. In an educational seminar sponsored by Asian Golf Industry Federation Full Business Member Atlas Turf International, Pure Seed and Polyclean Turf Division, globally […]
London, England: Members attending the annual meeting of the Golf Consultants Association (GCA) learned how the group will look to develop in 2016. Howard Swan, a member of the family-owned professional architectural practice Swan Golf Designs, was re-elected Chairman for the fourth successive year, while two members were elected to the association’s executive: Jerry Kilby, […]
Gurgaon, India: Momentum is gathering ahead of next month’s fifth edition of the India Golf Expo (IGE). With an aim to increase the focus and grow the potential of golf in India, the Indian Golf Industry Association (IGIA) is hosting the IGE with support from the Indian Golf Union (IGU) and Golf Course Superintendents & […]
Singapore: Australian Marcus Fraser had another reason to smile after being voted as the Hilton Asian Tour Golfer of Month for February. Fraser, who took up his Asian Tour membership at the start of Maybank Championship Malaysia week in February, before going on to win the tournament was a clear favourite in the online poll. […]
Khon Kaen, Thailand: The Singha Esan Open tees-off today to mark the start of the 10th season on the ASEAN PGA Tour. Thailand’s Thaworn Wiratchant, the defending champion, is one of a wealth of leading players competing in the US$100,000 event which will be played at its traditional home, Singha Park Golf Club. Also playing are […]
Singapore: E-Z-GO, one of golf’s most enduring and respected brands, has signed up as an Executive Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation [AGIF]. Since 1954, E-Z-GO has stood at the forefront of electric-vehicle technology and innovation in the golf industry. A leading global manufacturer of golf cars, utility vehicles and personal transportation vehicles, E-Z-GO, […]
Kansas, United States: The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) has selected seven new research projects to fund in 2016. The research funds are made available to GCSAA through a block grant from the Environmental Institute for Golf (EIFG), GCSAA’s philanthropic organisation. Funding was increased by US$10,000 over 2015, with GCSAA funding US$110,000 in […]
Beijing, China: Jacobsen enjoyed a successful China Golf Show as co-sponsors of the educational programme and the networking dinner, both events held at the Beijing International Conference Centre. Jacobsen was the only machinery manufacturer to formally sponsor the event and Chuck Greif, Managing Director of Jacobsen APAC, was warmly welcomed during the opening ceremony of […]