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Friday, November 29, 2024
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Hoiana Resort & Golf, one of Vietnam’s premier luxury destinations, will host the highly anticipated 2025 Welcome Savings Bank Welcome Champions Cup, a renowned golf tournament organized by the Korean Professional Golfers’ Association (KPGA). The prestigious event will be held at the world-class Hoiana Shores Golf Club, named Vietnam’s Leading Golf Course 2024, and ranked 18th in Asia and among the Top 100 Golf Courses globally.
This exciting tournament, previously known as the “Wellbank Champions Cup,” marks its seventh season with a refreshed format and a new name. The event will feature 12 of the top champions from the KPGA Tour, including the likes of Lee Dai-han, Lee Soo-min, Lee Dong-min, Yoon Sang-pil, Kim Chan-woo, and Jun Ga-ram, along with former KPGA stars such as Kim Tae-hoon, Kang Kyung-nam, Lee Hyung-joon, and Choi Min-chel. These renowned players will compete for a total prize pool of 150 million won, with the winner receiving 50 million won.
Hoiana Shores Golf Club: A Breathtaking Venue for the Championship
Nestled within Hoiana Resort & Golf, recently awarded the prestigious title of World’s Leading Fully Integrated Resort 2024 by the World Travel Awards, Hoiana Shores Golf Club offers a stunning 18-hole links-style course designed by legendary architect Robert Trent Jones Jr. The course, which boasts panoramic views of the Cham Islands, is renowned for its challenging layout and natural beauty, providing the perfect backdrop for a world-class golfing event.
Hoiana Resort & Golf itself offers an unparalleled experience for visitors, featuring four luxury hotels, over 1,200 rooms, 20 world-class dining outlets, and Asia’s largest beach club. Its array of entertainment options and luxury facilities make it an ideal venue for international events like the Welcome Champions Cup.
A Fresh and Exciting Format
The tournament will kick off with a 36-hole stroke play qualifying round, followed by intense knockout match play stages. Golf enthusiasts can expect thrilling competition as the top 8 players from the qualifying rounds advance to the final stages. The total prize pool of 150 million won will make this a highly anticipated event for both players and spectators alike.
Broadcasting and Global Coverage
The 2025 Welcome Savings Bank Welcome Champions Cup will be broadcast to a global audience in a captivating 12-episode series airing on SBS Golf and SBS Golf2, starting in January 2025. Golf fans around the world will have the opportunity to watch Korea’s top golfers compete on one of Vietnam’s most celebrated golf courses, bringing international attention to the region’s growing prominence in the global golf scene.
Festive Celebrations at Hoiana Resort & Golf
In addition to hosting the golf tournament, Hoiana Resort & Golf will launch its festive campaign, “The Holiday Delights,” in collaboration with BMW Thaco Vietnam. The holiday season will be marked by several exciting events, including a grand Festive Lighting Ceremony on December 7, the Christmas Fair from December 20–22 featuring BMW car displays, live performances, wine tastings, and shopping booths, and a spectacular New Year’s Ultimate Delight Celebration. These celebrations promise to make Hoiana Resort & Golf the ultimate holiday destination for travelers seeking luxury and festive cheer.
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