Legendary Indian cricketer Kapil Dev and Grant Thornton Bharat are set to launch the second edition of the Kapil Dev – Grant Thornton Invitational, presented by DLF, India’s premier golfing event. The event will take place at the DLF Golf and Country Club from 28th November to 3rd December 2023 and is the main fixture of the Indian golf calendar. The tournament will have a prize pool of INR 2 Crores and will provide an unmatched experience of on-course hospitality, sporting activities, and social events.
Kapil Dev expressed his excitement for the upcoming event, saying, “As we embark on the second edition, anticipation is high, and excitement is double! Looking forward to making this edition another milestone in the exciting journey of growing professional golf in our country.”
Vishesh C. Chandiok, CEO, Grant Thornton Bharat, said, “The second Kapil Dev -Grant Thornton Invitational, a PGTI event with prize money of INR 2 Crores at the DLF Golf and Country Club, furthers our vision of building an inclusive ecosystem across various communities that shape a better India.”
The highlight of this year’s event is the introduction of the unique 36-hole Pro-Am Team Championship. The tournament will also feature the participation of top Indian and international cricket legends, adding an exciting dynamic to the overall tournament.
Uttam Singh Mundy, CEO, PGTI, expressed his gratitude to Kapil Dev, Grant Thornton Bharat, DLF, and the event partners for their contribution towards the growth of Indian professional golf.
Tusch Daroga, Vice President, DLF Golf and Country Club, expressed delight in hosting the prestigious event for the second successive year and thanked Kapil Dev and Grant Thornton Bharat for putting up another spectacular tournament.
In its second edition, this tournament serves as a catalyst for the game of golf and actively promotes diversity and inclusion in business and sports.