14th DGC Ladies Amateur Open Golf Championship 2024 Begins With 110 Competitors In New Delhi

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The 14th DGC Ladies Amateur Open Golf Championship 2024, presented by USHA International, began today at Delhi Golf Club. The event, running from November 19th to 21st, features 110 participants, with 22 competing in the main championship. This prestigious tournament is part of the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) series, highlighting its significance in the amateur golf scene.

USHA International has a long-standing partnership with Delhi Golf Club, spanning nearly four decades. This collaboration underscores their commitment to promoting active lifestyles through sports.

A spokesperson from USHA remarked on this enduring relationship, stating it reflects their dedication to fostering inclusive sports platforms and elevating the championship's status.

The World Amateur Golf Ranking is managed by the R&A and USGA. It ranks elite amateur players and includes over 10,000 participants across more than 4,000 events globally. The inclusion of this championship in the WAGR series enhances its prestige and attracts top talent from around the world.

This year's competition boasts an impressive lineup of players. Rising stars like Mayali Kashyap, Ayesha Gupta, Yogya Bhalla, and Bhavya Mann are among those competing. These players are well-known on international circuits and add excitement to the event.

USHA actively supports various sports across India beyond golf. Their initiatives include partnerships with organisations like Mumbai Indians and support for differently-abled athletes in cricket and ultimate flying disc. They also promote sports for visually impaired individuals such as athletics and kabaddi.

Mrs. Mala Bawa, Lady Captain at DGC, praised USHA's unwavering support for ladies' amateur golf. She noted that their backing has been crucial in nurturing the sport and encouraging more women to participate. The continued WAGR inclusion is expected to inspire even greater involvement.

Promoting Indigenous Sports

USHA champions indigenous Indian sports like Kalari, Chhinj, Siat Khnam, Thang-Ta, Saz-Loung, Satoliya (Pithu), Mallakhamb, and Gatka. This commitment exemplifies their dedication to fostering inclusivity in sports across diverse disciplines throughout India.

The ceremonial tee-off was performed by Mr. Raj Khosla, President of DGC, alongside national champion Ms. Gauri Monga. This marked the official start of the three-day event held on the Lodhi and Peacock courses at Delhi Golf Club.

The stakes are high at this year's championship due to its WAGR status. Participants are eager to showcase their skills on these renowned greens over the next three days.