In the second week of November, Nikanti Golf Club near Bangkok, Thailand hosted the second consecutive GEC Open qualifying round.

The tournament was played in the Stableford format in two h’cap divisions amongst the crème-de-la- crème of Thai amateur golf fraternity. Over 60 avid golfers gathered in a familiar setting on a major occasion to compete for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The schedule through the day was competitive yet fun-filled round of round of golf complemented with networking lunches and gala dinner.

One winner each from the two categories was selected to represent Thailand in the World Final – Benja Rattanaphan and Phum Ketkham.

The Duo bags an all-expense paid trip to Dubai for the World Finals where they will battle it out with champions from other countries for global bragging rights.

“Thailand is one of the major destinations in the world for Golf tourism as well as sees a high number of corporate golfers plying their trade across numerous golf courses in the country. It is an important stop on the GEC Open global golf tour, and this is the second time we are hosting the qualifying round at Nikanti Golf Club. The event was thoroughly enjoyed by all participants, and I would like to congratulate the host club and its management for their support and organizing such a fantastic event. I am glad to welcome the Thai amateurs in the global GEC Ecosystem. We look forward to hosting the winners at the world final.”, Tushar Sahoo, Founder and Managing Director, GEC Open.

The world finalists enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to compete under national colors and ply their craft at two world-class venues in Dubai. Besides this, the winner’s package includes return airfare, luxury accommodation, venue transfers, Gala dinners, etc. Dubai Corporate Golf World Cup provides amateur and club golfers with a unique opportunity to experience the thrill and excitement akin to a professional player.

GEC Open 2018 hosted 54 qualifying rounds in 34 countries making it one of the biggest corporate golf tournament all around the world. Engaging over 3700 corporate leaders and industry stakeholders, the GEC Open is a unique blend of sporting excellence and networking opportunities for partners and players alike.

A 36-hole tournament, DCGWC will be played over two days in February next year where national winners from 34 countries will compete to be crowned global champions.