Indonesia to Host 2026 Queen Sirikit Cup Golf Championship
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Jakarta, The Gulf Observer: The Indonesian Golf Association (PGI) has announced that Indonesia will serve as the host for the prestigious 2026 Queen Sirikit Cup golf championship, welcoming golfers from across the Asia Pacific region.
The decision to appoint Indonesia as the host country for the 2026 Queen Sirikit Cup was reached during a meeting of golf delegates from the Asia Pacific region held in New Zealand on Friday, March 22, confirmed Adi Saksono, Head of Championships and Achievements of PGI, in Jakarta on Saturday.
Saksono expressed gratitude for the trust placed in Indonesian golf by delegates throughout the Asia Pacific region, highlighting the leadership of PGI Chairman Japto Soelistyo Soerjosoemarno in steering Indonesian golf to greater heights.
The Queen Sirikit Cup golf championship is renowned as a prestigious team tournament in the Asia Pacific region, attracting top golfers from countries such as Indonesia, Australia, China, India, the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, South Korea, Japan, and New Zealand.
The most recent edition of the Queen Sirikit Cup championship took place in New Zealand from March 18 to 23, 2024, featuring competitive participation from golfers representing various nations.
Notably, Indonesia has previously hosted the Queen Sirikit Cup three times, namely at the Jakarta Golf Club in 1980, the Damai Indah Golf & Country Club in 1994, and the Nirwana Bali Golf Club in 2009. The upcoming hosting in 2026 will mark Indonesia’s fourth time hosting the esteemed tournament.
Saksono expressed optimism regarding the significant positive impact of hosting the international golf championship on Indonesia, particularly in the realms of tourism and the creative economy. PGI seeks comprehensive support from all stakeholders to ensure the success of the championship, further solidifying Indonesia’s reputation as a host for world-class events.
“Our aim is not only to deliver a successful tournament but also to showcase Indonesia’s organizational prowess and competitiveness on the international stage,” Saksono affirmed.
