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Introducing Aquella Golf & Country ClubNews Archive / 2024-08-02Introducing Aquella Golf & Country Club Our new associate in Thailand Dear Members, We are delighted to inform you that we have signed a new reciprocal arrangement with an exciting new club in Thailand --- Aquella Golf & Country Club. Situated on the stunning Andaman Sea coastline in Phang Nga province, Aquella Golf & Country Club has set a new benchmark for luxury living, sport, and recreation, generously complimented by famed Thai hospitality. The stunning complex has grown out of 1.8 million square meters of the Kingdom’s most breathtaking landscape with an uninterrupted private beachfront stretching over two and a half kilometers. Boasting a resort hotel, lavish pool villas, a marina, a beach club and a championship level 18-hole golf club, the Aquella masterplan is a groundbreaking development between Hong Kong’s Pacific Century Premium Developments (PCPD) and Lan Kwai Fong Group (LKF). Aquella offers an experience that will satisfy golfers of all levels, from beginners through to professional golfers, the stunning course will leave all in awe of 18 holes measuring over 7,000 yards as golfers navigate the gently undulating terrain sculpted to take in panoramic views of the Andaman Sea and nearby mountains. Award-winning Australian golf course architects – Pacific Golf Coast Design (PCD) have transformed the site into a championship standard layout carpeted using pristine Paspalum Platinum Grass. The course offers narrow gently rolling fairways that are only intersected stunning strategically placed bunkers, of which the faces are constructed with vintage railway sleepers, these features are sure to test the strategic minds, along with accuracy from the tee and approaches to the greens. Offering activities for visitors of all ages, Aquella boasts an extensive range of family-friendly amenities. For golf enthusiasts, the magnificent 18-hole championship course lies just a short pitch away from the clubhouse, which incorporates an exclusive Spa that serves as a magnet for visitors seeking a release from the stress and strains of daily life, a state of the art Gym which will provide members and guests the opportunity to enhance their fitness levels, whilst enjoying vistas overlooking the golf course and ocean. For booking information including any playing restrictions, please contact Member and Guest Service Office by email at Reciprocal@missionhillschina.com. Click here to visit Aquella Golf & Country Club 's website. Thank you for your attention and we hope you are able to make use of our new associate club soon. Happy travels! The above reciprocal and associate terms are only available to members who purchase directly. Reciprocal Club Management August 2, 2024View Detail
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China’S Ruoning Yin Favourite In Shenzhen, As Defending Champion Xiyu Lin, Alison Lee, Muni He And Angel Yin Join Aramco Team Series Presented By Pif FieldNews Archive / 2024-09-03The star-studded event runs from October 4-6 at Mission Hills Resort Shenzhen World No. 4 Ruoning Yin set to make her event debut in Shenzhen as Olympic bronze medalist Lin defends title The fourth stop in Golf Saudi’s Aramco Team Series presented by PIF will see 28 teams in a two-day team format and a three-day individual competition IMAGE CAPTION: The Aramco Team Series presented by PIF is set to make its debut in mainland China Shenzhen, China [DATE] - China’s top talents and formidable LPGA players will converge at this season’s Golf Saudi and China Golf Association (CGA) organized Aramco Team Series presented by PIF in Shenzhen, with Ruoning Yin, Xiyu Lin, Alison Lee, Muni He, and Angel Yin headlining the event at Mission Hills Resort Shenzhen from October 4-6, 2024. At just 21-years-old, World No. 4 and China’s top golfer Ruoning Yin already boasts a remarkable career. With a Major title win at the 2023 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship and the record for most consecutive wins on the China LPGA Tour, Yin is a force to be reckoned with. IMAGE CAPTION: Ruoning Yin makes her Aramco Team Series presented by PIF debut Fresh from her victory at the Dow Championship, where she teamed up with Thailand’s Atthaya Thitkul, Yin is eager to compete in another team event, especially in front of a home crowd. "I’ve heard a lot about the Aramco Team Series from other players on Tour who say how much fun it is to play as part of a team,” said Yin. “It’s a unique event, and after enjoying the team format at the Dow Championship, I’m excited to debut in this series. I can’t wait to play before a home crowd and feed off their energy.” IMAGE CAPTION: Xiyu Lin returns to the tournament fold to defend her individual title Joining Yin is Xiyu Lin, this year's Olympic bronze medallist, who returns as the defending champion. Despite the final day of the Aramco Team Series presented by PIF – Hong Kong being called off due to weather conditions last year, Lin triumphed in a playoff against Jin Young Ko. Now, Lin is looking for her first win since that event and hopes to leverage her experience to defend her title. "Playing in Hong Kong last year was a great experience, even with the shortened tournament due to the rain. I'm hoping we'll get to play all three days this time around! Returning as the defending individual champion, I always strive to do my best. Still, I'm especially excited to see such a high-calibre tournament being brought to mainland China and the talented field it attracts." Organized by Golf Saudi, the Aramco Team Series presented by PIF contributes an annual prize fund of $5 million USD to the Ladies European Tour (LET), bringing its unique and exciting team format to players and fans across three continents throughout the year. This Shenzhen edition, which is organized in partnership with the CGA, marks the fourth stop in the 2024 series, and will bring together 28 teams of three professionals and one amateur to compete in an exhilarating team competition over two days. Additionally, a three-day individual stroke play competition will see players battle for the individual title. IMAGE CAPTION: Alison Lee looks to the top spot after finishing in T3 in London in June LPGA star Alison Lee will represent Team USA at the Solheim Cup later this summer. Lee made headlines last year with her impressive performance at Riyadh Golf Club, finishing 29-under-par and setting a new 54-hole scoring record on the Ladies European Tour (LET). Having secured both of her professional wins at the Aramco Team Series presented by PIF events - Sotogrande in 2021 and Riyadh in 2023 – Lee is poised to challenge Yin and Lin for the coveted title, following a T3 finish in London earlier this year. Lee will be joined by fellow American Angel Yin, who was part of Team USA in 2023, narrowly missing out on the Solheim Cup title to Team Europe. Ranked world No. 32, Yin makes her second Aramco Team Series presented by PIF appearance this year, after missing the cut in London. China’s Muni He will also compete at Mission Hills, following her T33 finish at last year’s weather-shortened event in Hong Kong. Known for her captivating style on the course and her prominent social media presence, He is a popular golfer and a regular competitor on the LPGA Tour. With a strong field co-sanctioned by the Ladies European Tour (LET) and CLPGA, fans are in for an exciting three days of competition in the heart of Shenzhen. To stay up to date on the Aramco Team Series presented by PIF visit aramcoteamseries.com or follow the event on social media @aramcoteamseries. Luke Lambourne – 54 luke.lambourne@weare54.com +44 (0) 7425 992004 About the Aramco Team Series Events The Aramco Team Series events are both unique and historic and epitomize Aramco’s status as one of the most committed investors in female golf today. The investment by Aramco as the headline sponsor makes them one of the biggest backers of the women’s game. The five Aramco Team Series events are a significant step forward for women’s sports and follow the hugely successful Aramco Saudi Ladies International presented by PIF and Saudi Ladies Team International. The Aramco Team Series is the first team event series of its kind on any professional tour. Taking place across three continents, the tournaments will see the world’s best players team up with amateur golfers to compete for $1 million in prize funds. Using a unique draft system, team captains will pick one pro teammate, before being allocated a third via a random draw. Completing each team will be one amateur golfer. As well as competing for the team trophy, the professionals will also vie for an individual title, offering Rolex Rankings and Solheim Cup ranking points, and will be part of the LET Order of Merit Rankings. This is the only event in world golf where an amateur contributes to the final result in the main team competition. Prize money for the winning team is split between its three professional members. About Golf Saudi Golf Saudi facilitates uptake and participation in golf through the delivery of world-class facilities, operational excellence and the implementation of industry best practices to position the Kingdom as an exceptional golfing nation. Combined with grass roots training and education programs that introduce people to the game at the earliest opportunity and with the greatest ease, Golf Saudi is committed to delivering a dynamic national development program that transforms the golfing landscape. X/Twitter: @Golf_Saudi Instagram: @Golf_Saudi Facebook: @GolfSaudi About Saudi Golf Federation The Saudi Golf Federation is dedicated to promoting and sponsoring the sport of golf, aligning with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. With its headquarters in Riyadh, the federation actively develops organizational and educational strategies to encourage Saudi nationals’ involvement in golf, demonstrating its commitment to fostering the sport's growth and expanding its participant base across the country. X/Twitter: @SaudiGF_ Instagram:@SaudiGF_ About Aramco Aramco is a global integrated energy and chemicals company. We are driven by our core belief that energy is opportunity. From producing approximately one in every eight barrels of the world’s oil supply to developing new energy technologies, our global team is dedicated to creating impact in all that we do. We focus on making our resources more dependable, more sustainable and more useful. This helps promote stability and long-term growth around the world. http://www.aramco.com/ About the Ladies European Tour The LET inspires women and girls to pursue their passion and realise their potential through the game of golf. At our core, we aim to build and deliver an extensive competitive schedule of events to enable our strong, energetic, proud and confident players to compete at the highest level, pursue their dreams and lead by example. Our diverse and multicultural membership of 402 professional golfers represents as many as 43 countries. We are a global tour with roots in Europe. We aim to entertain and excite, but also to enhance health and quality of life, as a responsible, committed and respectful partner. Inspiring – our players are inspiring role models to follow and encourage others to pursue their own dreams. Passionate – we are driven by a passion to perform to our full potential and get better every day. It’s not just about the money or the glory, but a true love for the game. Committed – we are fiercely committed to continuous improvement and recognise the grit that it takes to achieve long-term goals. 2024 marks the 46th season since the professional tour was founded in November 1978. This year’s schedule includes 31 events in 20 different countries and a prize fund of at least €34 million.View Detail
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Aramco Team Series Presented By Pif To Be Hosted At Mission Hills Resort Shenzhen, ChinaNews Archive / 2024-08-28• Hosted at Mission Hills Resort Shenzhen, tournament will be the 12th global location across three continents to host the innovative golf series • Mission Hills Resort Shenzhen will host the event on the World Cup Course designed by Jack Nicklaus The intimidating 602-yard par-5 on the World Cup Course at Mission Hills Resort Shenzhen Shenzhen, China [28 August 2024] – The Aramco Team Series presented by PIF and organized by Golf Saudi has today confirmed Mission Hills Resort in Shenzhen as its fourth stop of the season, as the Ladies European Tour (LET) returns to mainland China for the first time in over seven years. A cornerstone of the LET, the second Asian leg of the 2024 Aramco Team Series presented By PIF will tee-up on the acclaimed World Cup Course at Mission Hills Resort in the vibrant city of Shenzhen, October 4-6. The Jack Nicklaus-designed course will welcome an array of the world’s top talent, as they bid to win individual and team trophies, and a share of the weekend’s $1 million USD prize fund. Organized by Golf Saudi, the Aramco Team Series presented by PIF is a series of five events on the LET each year, adding an annual $5 million USD in prize money. With events in destinations across Europe, Asia, North America and the Middle East, the innovative format is loved by players and fans alike, as groups of three professionals and an amateur compete against each other in the Tour’s only recurring team event. The series heads to Shenzen in October following events in Florida, Seoul and London already this season, with the final leg of the season set for Riyadh in November. Noah Alireza, CEO of Golf Saudi, said: "We’re thrilled to be taking the Aramco Team Series to Shenzhen. This move not only showcases elite women's golf to a significant audience, but also offers us an opportunity to inspire future generations in this exciting market. Joining efforts with the world-renowned Mission Hills allows us to deliver a bestin-class event that meets the quality our golfers, fans and stakeholders alike all expect with the Aramco Team Series. Together, we are poised to deliver another truly unforgettable event.” Khalid Al Zamil, Aramco Vice President of Public Affairs, said: "We are delighted that the Aramco Team Series will be hosted in Shenzhen. At Aramco, we believe sport provides a platform to create opportunity, improve lives and positively impact society. The Aramco Team Series aims to empower female athletes, elevating women's golf globally, inspiring future generations of athletes." Following a successful event in Hong Kong last year, the move to Shenzhen represents an opportunity for the tournament to continue to engage with a diverse array of spectators and showcase the elite of women’s golf. Mission Hills Resort Shenzhen, a sprawling golf and leisure resort located in the heart of southern China's Guangdong Province, is renowned as the world's largest golf facility, boasting a staggering 12 golf courses, making it one of golf’s premier global destinations. An aerial view of the spectacular Mission Hills Shenzhen Tenniel Chu, Vice Chairman of Mission Hills Group, said: "Bringing the Aramco Team Series to Shenzhen represents a significant milestone for both Shenzhen and Mission Hills, heralding the return of the Ladies European Tour to China for three days of thrilling elite competition. We take immense pride in hosting this esteemed event at Mission Hills and look forward to extending a warm welcome to the international community at our breath-taking resort. Our aim is to orchestrate a memorable tournament that captivates audiences and leaves a long-lasting positive impact." Since its inception in 2021, the Aramco Team Series presented by PIF has continued to grow at a rapid pace on the global stage. Alexandra Armas, Chief Executive Officer of the Ladies European Tour said: "Returning to China is an exciting prospect for the LET, as we continue to provide our members with valuable experiences on the world’s best courses. Our aim is to continue elevating women’s golf to new heights, around the globe, and in partnership with the Aramco Team Series.” Further details on the headline players for the event will be announced in due course, as well as the confirmed ticketing information for the event. For more information, please visit aramcoteamseries.com For media inquiries, please contact: Aramco Team Series presented by PIF - Press Office media@aramcoteamseries.com About the Aramco Team Series Events The Aramco Team Series events are both unique and historic and epitomize Aramco’s status as one of the most committed investors in female golf today. The investment by Aramco as the headline sponsor makes them one of the biggest backers of the women’s game in Europe. The five Aramco Team Series events are a significant step forward for women’s sports and follow the hugely successful Aramco Saudi Ladies International presented by PIF and Saudi Ladies Team International. The Aramco Team Series is the first team event series of its kind on any professional tour. Taking place across three continents, the tournaments will see the world’s best players team up with amateur golfers to compete for $1 million in prize funds. Using a unique draft system, team captains will pick one pro teammate, before being allocated a third via a random draw. Completing each team will be one amateur golfer. As well as competing for the team trophy, the professionals will also vie for an individual title, offering Rolex Rankings and Solheim Cup ranking points, and will be part of the Race to Costa del Sol Official Rankings. This is the only event in world golf where an amateur contributes to the final result in the main team competition. Prize money for the winning team is split between its three professional members. About Golf Saudi Golf Saudi facilitates uptake and participation in golf through the delivery of world-class facilities, operational excellence and the implementation of industry best practice to position the Kingdom as an exceptional golfing nation. Combined with grass roots training and education programs that introduce people to the game at the earliest opportunity and with the greatest ease, Golf Saudi is committed to delivering a dynamic national development program that transforms the golfing landscape. X/Twitter: @Golf_Saudi Instagram: @Golf_Saudi Facebook: @GolfSaudi About Saudi Golf Federation The Saudi Golf Federation is dedicated to promoting and sponsoring the sport of golf, aligning with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. With its headquarters in Riyadh, the federation actively develops organizational and educational strategies to encourage Saudi nationals’ involvement in golf, demonstrating its commitment to fostering the sport's growth and expanding its participant base across the country. Twitter: @SaudiGF_ Instagram:@SaudiGF_ About Aramco Aramco is a global integrated energy and chemicals company driven by the core belief that energy is opportunity. Aramco’s aim is to continue its long and proven track record, contributing multiple streams of value to its many stakeholders, while maintaining its reputation as a reliable supplier of energy to the world. We focus on making our resources more dependable, more sustainable and more useful. This partnership with Aramco comes as part of the company’s efforts in female empowerment by providing an exciting new platform through which women can excel in this global sport, while also inspiring the next generation of girls to pursue their dreams and achieve their potential. About the Ladies European Tour The LET inspires women and girls to pursue their passion and realize their potential through the game of golf. At our core, we aim to build and deliver an extensive competitive schedule of events to enable our strong, energetic, proud and confident players to compete at the highest level, pursue their dreams and lead by example. Our diverse and multicultural membership of 402 professional golfers represents as many as 43 countries. We are a global tour with roots in Europe. We aim to entertain and excite, but also to enhance health and quality of life, as a responsible, committed and respectful partner.View Detail