(L-R) Simi Mehra – First Indian to play on the LPGA, Digraj Singh – Founder and CEO Digraj Golf Inc. (DGI), Amit Kharbanda – Co-founder of GOLS, Dibakar Sarkar – Former Commissioner of Sports (DDA), Wg Cdr Arun Singh (Retd.) – President of the Golf Course Superintendents and Managers Association of India, and Samant Sikka – Co-founder of GOLS at the Press Conference of the Qutab Golf League (QGL)
Given the continued popularity and success of Golf Leagues around the country, the inaugural Qutab Golf League (QGL) is now set to tee off at the Qutab Golf Course, India’s first public golf facility, on January 4, 2025 promising a unique blend of competition and community. The league will feature three days of play—January 4, February 1, and March 1—complemented by two masterclasses and social evenings.
Format and Participation
The league features 8-10 teams comprising 16 players each. Team rosters will include 12 owner-selected players and 4 auctioned participants, creating a diverse mix of competitors. Teams must include:
- 2 Ladies
- 1 Junior (under 18)
- 1 Senior (over 65)
- 1 Government Official
- 1 Armed Forces Personnel
A total of 160 players will compete, with matches played under the Stableford scoring system at 75% of original handicaps. Team scores will be determined by the nine best individual scores from each team in the first two rounds, and all 12 scores on the final day. The team with the highest cumulative score will claim the championship title.
Prizes and Stakeholders
The league offers ₹20 lakh in prize money, with ₹12 lakh awarded to the winning team. Individual accolades will be presented for daily and overall performances. Well-known team owners such as Aryan Khan (son of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan) highlight the event’s high-profile appeal.
Team Owners
The league’s team roster includes prominent names:
- Mighty Pathaans – Aryan Khan
- Nuts for Us – Arjun Nijhawan
- Casual Guru – Sanjay Baweja
- PPGA Falcons – Sanjay Sapra & Associates
- Victorious Choice – Rahul Mehta, Kamal Poddar
- Skullcandy Icons – Amlan Bhattacharjya
- Ishum Eagles – Karan Kapoor
- Golf Spartans – Arvinder Pasricha & Associates
Vision and Future Prospects
Organisers aim to transform the QGL into a multi-venue event, making golf more accessible and fostering mentorship opportunities. “The QGL’s inclusive format and engaging activities aim to redefine the sport’s perception in India”.
With its innovative structure and inclusive ethos, the Qutab Golf League aspires to serve as a model for golf development and community engagement in India.