India Sends Four-Member Team to Inaugural Asia-Pacific Mid-Amateur Golf Championship in Indonesia
The Indian Golf Union (IGU) has announced a four-member team for the inaugural Asia-Pacific Mid-Amateur Golf Championship, set to be held in Indonesia.
Led by reigning IGU All-India Mid-Amateur champion Ranjit Singh, the Indian contingent will compete against some of the best amateur golfers from across the region in a landmark event for mid-amateur golf.
The championship, organised by the Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC) in association with the Indonesia Golf Association, marks the beginning of a new chapter in amateur golf across the continent. The tournament will be played at the Graham Marsh-designed Gading Raya Golf Club in Tangerang, Indonesia, and will bring together elite amateur golfers aged 25 and above from around the Asia-Pacific region.
Joining Ranjit Singh in the Indian team are Arjun Singh, Simarjeet Singh and Col. Varoon Parmar. The quartet will represent India in the 54-hole individual stroke-play competition, which features a field of 80 golfers from 20 countries.
The event has been introduced by the APGC to provide greater competitive opportunities for amateur golfers who continue to pursue the sport at a high level beyond their youth careers. While elite amateur golf often focuses on junior and collegiate pathways, the Mid-Amateur Championship creates a dedicated platform for experienced golfers to compete internationally.
The tournament will be contested over three rounds and will crown an overall champion while also recognising performances across different age categories. The championship has been designed to accommodate golfers from various stages of their amateur careers, ensuring strong competition across the field.
The Asia-Pacific Mid-Amateur Golf Championship features four age-group divisions. Group A consists of players aged 25 to 29 years, Group B covers golfers between 30 and 37 years, Group C includes players aged 38 to 46 years, while Group D is reserved for competitors aged 47 and above.
Participation is restricted to male golfers who hold amateur status under The R&A rules. Organisers have also indicated plans to expand the championship in future editions to include women’s competitions, which would further strengthen opportunities for amateur golfers across the region.
India enters the tournament with a team that combines experience and proven success on the domestic circuit. Ranjit Singh, the current All-India Mid-Amateur champion, will be expected to lead the challenge after establishing himself as one of the country's top amateur golfers. His recent performances on the national circuit earned him the opportunity to spearhead India's campaign in the inaugural edition.
The inclusion of Arjun Singh, Simarjeet Singh and Col. Varoon Parmar further strengthens the Indian contingent. All three golfers have consistently featured in national-level amateur competitions and will be eager to make an impact on the international stage.
For the Indian Golf Union, participation in the championship reflects a broader commitment to supporting amateur golf at every level. While India has enjoyed success in professional golf through players competing on international tours, strengthening the amateur ecosystem remains a key objective for the governing body.
The introduction of the Asia-Pacific Mid-Amateur Golf Championship is particularly significant because it fills a gap in the competitive calendar for golfers who continue to play at a high level beyond traditional amateur age groups. Similar championships in Europe and North America have helped create thriving mid-amateur communities, and the APGC hopes to replicate that success in the Asia-Pacific region.
The championship also provides players with an opportunity to measure themselves against international competition while representing their countries. With golfers from 20 nations expected to participate, the event promises a high standard of competition and valuable experience for all participants.
Looking ahead, the Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation has already confirmed plans to continue expanding the championship. The second edition is scheduled to be held from June 22 to 25, 2026, at the Gunung Geulis Golf & Country Club in Bogor, Indonesia, highlighting the organisation’s long-term commitment to developing mid-amateur golf in the region.
As the inaugural edition gets underway in Tangerang, India’s four-member team will be aiming to leave a strong impression and establish itself among the leading contenders. Led by national champion Ranjit Singh, the Indian golfers carry both experience and ambition into a tournament that could become one of the most important fixtures on the Asia-Pacific amateur golf calendar.
For Indian golf, the championship offers another opportunity to showcase the country's growing depth in amateur competition and underline its presence on the regional stage.
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