The second edition [3] of the PGTI Coal India Open begins this Tuesday at the Tollygunge Club in Kolkata.
The tournament serves as a key platform to promote professional golf in India by showcasing a diverse field of local and international talent.
Organized jointly by Coal India Limited and the Professional Golf Tour of India (DP World PGTI), the event runs from Aug. 11 to Aug. 14, 2024 [2]. The competition brings together top golfers competing for a total prize fund of ₹1 crore [1].
The Tollygunge Club provides the venue for the four-day event. The organizers said they intended to create a strong lineup to elevate the profile of the sport within the region.
This year's field includes a mix of established Indian professionals and international players. The event follows the success of the inaugural edition, aiming to further integrate Indian golf into the global professional circuit.
“The second edition of the PGTI Coal India Open begins this Tuesday at the Tollygunge Club in Kolkata.”
The continued partnership between a state-owned enterprise like Coal India Limited and the PGTI suggests a strategic push to institutionalize professional golf in India. By offering significant prize money and attracting international players, the event aims to improve the competitive standard of local golfers and increase the sport's visibility beyond traditional elite circles.
