Hanoi (VNS/VNA) – The Vietnam-Singapore Alliance
Cup 2024 will feature top golfers from the two countries when it tees
off later this month in Da Nang City.
The event is one of the activities taking to celebrate the 51
years (1973-2024) of cooperation and development between the two
countries, which has become increasingly reliable and sustainable.
Beyond economic, cultural and social cooperation and
development, both countries frequently engage in sports exchanges. The Alliance
Cup is to bridge the gap between the two nations in golf.
With the message “Linking Golf Destinations”, the event
will be held on March 27-27 at the Legend Danang Golf Resort which is
the most beautiful golf course in Vietnam, designed by golf legends Greg
Norman and Jack Nicklaus.
Covering an area of 150ha with 18 holes, the course boasts a
stunning location overlooking Non Nuoc beach – one of the most beautiful
beaches on the planet voted by Forbes.
The course, with the most beautiful Par 3 in Vietnam, offers
a unique experience with wooden retaining walls running along the tees,
fairways, and greens.
Combining the style of Scottish links courses with the ambiance of
Australian sandbelt courses, the golf course was listed among the top 15 golf
courses worldwide by Golf Magazine in 2010 and has received numerous other
prestigious awards.
The tournament in its second edition will follow a team match-play
format with Fourball, Foursomes, and Singles Matches. The team with the highest
points accumulated throughout the matches will be crowned the overall winner.
Golfers will have the opportunity to interact, learn, and compete
together, fostering unity and friendship in the golfing community.
The tournament’s message also signifies the commitment of both
nations to develop golf tourism and build a strong, cohesive golfing community.
After the Cup, participants will take part in a city tour visiting
famous destinations such as Hoi An Ancient Town and Ba Na Hills
where local specialties and cultural experiences will be introduced to either
host and visiting golfers.
Golf Tourism Promoted
Golf tourism has become increasingly popular in Vietnam in
recent years.
According to data from Golf Coast Vietnam, the average golf
participation rate among members of the consortium of seven courses in Hue, Da
Nang and Quang Nam ranged from 19-24% in 2023, indicating a significant
increase in golf tourism.
With the development of golf resort real estate, golfers seek not
only diverse courses but also immersion in green living spaces and premium
accommodation services.
In addition to these courses, localities across Vietnam
have continuously enhanced their golf tourism services, attracting a large
number of tourists annually.
Singapore is also a promising golf tourism destination, boasting
beautiful golf courses and being dubbed the “Golf Capital of
Asia”. It is a top choice for golf tourists in Asia, offering golf
experiences alongside scenic views and local cuisine.
The Alliance Cup 2024 is an opportunity to promote golf
tourism and introduce interesting tourist destinations, beautiful landscapes,
culture, cuisine and people of Vietnam to international friends.
The Cup was first organised in 2023 at the Tan Son Nhat Golf
Course in Ho Chi Minh City, receiving high acclaim from
participants and leaving a significant impact on both nations.The
host team clinched the championship trophy.
The tournament is jointly organised by the Vietnam Golf
Association (VGA), Singapore Professional Golfers’ Association and VG Events.
VG Events (under the VG Corp conglomerate) is currently the most
professional golf event organiser in Vietnam. It is responsible for events
under the Asian Development Tour system in the country, the VGA Tour
professional circuit, and the Vietnam Amateur Series./.
