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Dear readers, Advisor Jimmy Masrin ove him or hate him, it’s a fact that the needs Tiger. The 43-year-old George Djuhari shook Augusta National when he made a great comeback and claimed his fifth L Masters title. It was the moment that many fans had been waiting for. Some Publisher were so sure Tiger would win a major title again that they even bet on it, causing bookies Liza Sutrisno the biggest single loss in golf ever. He might be able to claim another in the next two Editor months. Yulius Martinus There are two remaining majors this season: the US Open in June and in July. Pebble will welcome the US national Developmental Editor championship back after nine years, while Royal is preparing to hold Amelia Moriarty the 148th Open Championship for the first time in almost 70! We’ll be entertained by two world-class competitions on two very different courses. Who will come out on top? Graphic Designer In this edition, we’ve got details on how the second edition of the OB Golf Invitational, Vickirio Firsta F. the event, played out. Gladly, our national players made Sales Excecutive impressive performances. In addition to that, we’ve got plenty of interesting features for Tody A. Sandy you, including a new local rule that has been introduced by the USGA and R&A and tips [email protected] from the Leadbetter Golf Academy instructors to help make your own game better. As the holy month of Ramadan draws to a close, the team at OB Golf would like to wish you happiness, and may this Eid be the beginning of another successful year of your life. Wishing you a happy Eid day!

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8 AWAITING ANOTHER TIGER ROAR Despite his thrilling Masters victory last month, Tiger Woods’ poor performance at the PGA Championship dispelled the hope of many golf fans that he was back with his former ferocity. Now, the golf world waits to see if he can claim another victory at the final two majors of the year.

16 OPEN SEASON FOR EVERYONE Almost seventy years after it last visited , The Open will return to the Irish course for its 148th edition. Who will be victorious come July 21?

20 The First Korean in ADT History The 2019 OB Golf Invitational celebrated its second edition on the ADT schedule this year, taking 28 FORMER ROOKIE TOPS place at Royale Golf Club. WOMEN’S RANKINGS This year it was a Korean player In the first week of April, Jin- who triumphantly took the title Young Ko ascended to No. 1 in home after a . the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings. Ko has credited her new as a major key to her success

32 PROFILE THE GAME SOUL SEARCHING, A REVIVAL, AND A RYDER 40 BUILD CONSISTENCY WITH CUP HERO START DIRECTION At 41-years-old may For the most part, golfers who struggle have passed his youth, but he’s with consistency don’t really understand not passed his prime. The mature why their shots change so much in English player still manages to one single round. Many players often put in good performances and incorrectly diagnose the reason why they hold his own in the midst of much hit a wayward shot and make the mistake

Photography : AP| YM | usatodaysports : AP| YM Photography younger players. of trying to correct it during the round.

6 JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 7 THE 1,592-DAY NARAAJIE E.R. PUTRA 44 50 WAIT ENDS HIS AMATEUR JOURNEY Before coming to Jagorawi Golf GOES ON Club (New Course), Bogor, Rinaldi Over the last five years, Naraajie Adiyandono was experiencing Emerald Ramadhan Putra has the longest drought of his traveled from one tournament to professional career. Now it’s another. However, for the past three, finally ended. The 30-year-old Naraajie has made it into the inner is once again a winner on the circle of the national golf elite thanks Indonesian professional circuit. to his sparkling achievements.

56 STUDY ABROAD DON'T IGNORE ACADEMIC SCORES While leveraging golf to gain admission to universities has been the main focus of our series, it’s important to note that academics are equally important. After all, the word “student” comes first in “student-athlete”.

60 SMALL ISLAND, BIG BEAUTY Small is beautiful. These words are perfectly fitting for the wondrous island of Ternate. The minute island, with an area of just over one hundred and eleven square kilometers, is popular for its gorgeous landscapes swathed in jungle and wild clove trees.

64 ANTALYA THE PEARL CITY OF THE MEDITERRANEAN On a visit to the ancient city of Antalya, you can trace the historical journey of this city that was established by Attalus II, King of Pergamon and grew to become a rich and powerful city in the ancient Greek region of Aeolis Photography : YM | iStock : YM Photography

8 JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE FOCUS | TIGER WOODS

here was a lot of shouting on Bethpage State Park’s T Black Course. Most spectators expressed their disappointment over Tiger’s failure to escape the cut at the 2019 PGA Championship, while some still gave Awaiting Another applause as a sign of appreciation for his efforts. It was the first time Tiger missed a cut since last year's US Open at Shinnecock, and the first time in his career that he missed a cut in a major following a major Tiger Roar victory. “It's just the way it goes," Woods said to reporters after his round. "You Despite his thrilling Masters victory last month, Tiger Woods’ know, I just don't feel well and just was not able to do it. But resting would be better so poor performance at the PGA Championship dispelled the hope of I would have the energy to play. You know, many golf fans that he was back with his former ferocity. Now, unfortunately, I just didn’t — made too the golf world waits to see if he can claim another victory at the many mistakes and just didn't do the little things I need to do. Did a lot of little things final two majors of the year. wrong." It was a stark contrast to the euphoric celebrations just a month earlier when Tiger won the Masters for the fifth time. The 43-year-old made what will surely be remembered in history as one of golf’s greatest comebacks, erasing a two-shot deficit to clinch his fifth green jacket and 15th major title nearly a decade after his last major win. It was 2008 that marked the end of an era for golf’s most dominant figure. With a very public fall from grace due to a high- profile sex scandal, subsequent divorce, and multiple injuries, Tiger struggled to get back on track. As the years went on, doubts arose as to whether he would ever play again to the level he once had. At Augusta, Tiger finally did what many thought he would never do again, but what even more hoped he would. “It’s overwhelming because of what has transpired,” Woods said, as quoted by Bloomberg. “It’s unreal for me to be experiencing this. I’m kind of at a loss for words really.” With large galleries following his progress around the fairways and greens of Augusta National Golf Club, Tiger showed fans the Tiger they used to know and love, one that was grinding with a steely focus. Come the PGA Championship, that Tiger Tiger Woods of the celebrates after sinking his putt to win during the final round of the Masters. was gone again. Photography : Getty Images Photography

10 JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 11 FOCUS | TIGER WOODS

“My last three major championships have been pretty good,” Tiger said. “So that in itself gives me a lot of confidence going down the road.” In regular Tour events last year, Tiger showed good progress after his injury battles over the previous four years. In 18 tournaments, he finished in the Top 10 eight times, including one title. This year, Tiger has played in seven tournaments with three Top 10 finishes, including one major title, and has only missed one cut. After AT&T Byron Nelson on May 12, he leads in Green in Regulation Percentage and sits at No. 8 in to Green. Tiger has played in just 25 rounds to achieve those statistics, less than the majority of his competitors. In addition to the stats, Tiger also has a unique advantage: he already has a record of success on one of the major courses. The US Open in June is at Pebble Beach in California where Tiger won the 2000 tournament by a record 15 strokes — and where he also won the annual PGA Tour event the same year. So, the door is wide open for him. While Tiger doesn’t have the Tiger Woods and of the United States walk to the 15th tee during the first same advantage going into the round of the 2019 PGA Championship. Open at Portrush in July, he does have plenty of experience playing, and winning, on links courses. Two major titles at St. Andrews, one of the Tiger looked off from the very first hole With renewed hope after his Masters win, toughest links courses in the world, of Bethpage State Park’s Black Course. Drives there’s chatter from fans about whether Tiger will surely be a plus when he visits missed the fairway. shots flew over the can match ’s record of 18 major "There's no reason Northern in July. green. Short putts didn’t fall. The reasonable golf championship title wins. With 15 major People are waiting to hear the reason was that he hadn’t hit a competitive titles in his hand, Tiger is closing the gap in why I can't get up Tiger’s roar again. His comeback shot in 31 days, since his final putt on April his quest for the record but he doesn’t seem to speed again and performance at the Masters has raised the hopes of millions who want to see 14 at Augusta National. When he finally hit to be in any hurry. crank it back up,” one in the first round at Bethpage, the shot “I’m sure that I’ll probably think of it him up and winning frequently again. was rusty. going down the road,” Tiger said, as quoted Woods said, as And Tiger certainly wants it too. As quickly as it presented itself, his grand by New York Times. “Maybe. Maybe not. quoted by AP. I've got “In the tournaments I do play slam opportunity has vanished. However, But right now, it’s a little soon, and I’m just in,” he said. “I’ll be fully invested and there are two majors left: the US Open and enjoying 15.” to start feeling a little committed to playing and trying to the Open Championship, and Tiger is still Despite the poor result at the bit better first before w in.” sounding optimistic about his chances. PGA Championship, Tiger still has the that happens. We'll “There's no reason why I can't get up to speed opportunity to add another major title to his again and crank it back up,” Woods said, as tally, at least once this year. Looking back at do that first and then quoted by AP. “I've got to start feeling a little his performance last year, after failure in the start cranking it back bit better first before that happens. We'll do 2018 US Open in June, he tied for sixth at up again." that first and then start cranking it back up the Open and then claimed second-place at again.” the PGA Championship before winning this Tiger Woods waits with caddie Joe LaCava on the second tee during the second round of the 2019 PGA Championship. Photography : Getty Images : Getty Images Photography year’s Masters.

12 JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 13 FOCUS | TIGER WOODS

• 2013 August 21: Two weeks after the • 2008 May: Advised weeks before PGA Championship, he complains of a the US Open that he has two stress stiff neck from sleeping on a soft hotel fractures of the left tibia and should bed. On Sunday at The Barclays he hits rest for six weeks, the first three weeks a shot severely left and drops to his on crutches. knees blaming back spasms. • 2008 June 24: Eight days after • 2014 March 2: Withdraws after 13 winning the US Open, has surgery to holes of the final round at The Honda repair the ACL in his left knee by using Classic because of lower back pain and a tendon from his right thigh. Misses spams, describing it as similar to what the rest of the season. he felt at The Barclays. • 2008 December: Injured his Achilles • 2014 March 9: Plays the final 12 tendon in his right leg as he was holes with pain in his lower back in running while preparing to return to the Cadillac Championship at Doral. golf. He shoots 78, the highest score of his career in a final round. • 2009 November 27: Hospitalized overnight with a sore neck and a cut • 2014 March 19: Withdraws from the lip that required five stitches when Arnold Palmer Invitational because of the SUV he was driving ran over a fire the persistent pain in his back. He was hydrant and crashed into a tree. the two-time defending champion. • 2010 May 9: Withdraws from the final • 2014 March 31: Goes to the operating round of , table in Utah for a pinched nerve. citing a bulging disk. He later said it • 2014 April 1: Announces he will miss was a neck issue that caused tingling in the Masters and not return to golf until his right side. the summer. • 2011 April 10: Injures his left Achilles • 2015 February 5: Woods walks off tendon hitting from an awkward stance the course at the Farmers Insurance below Eisenhower's Tree on the 17th at Open after just 11 holes. He cites a Augusta National. Withdraws from the back injury but says it was caused by Wells Fargo Championship. him not being able to get his glutes to • 2011 May 12: Withdraws from The “activate” as a result of waiting around Players Championship after a 42 on the in the cool weather. front nine. Diagnosed with an MCL • 2015 September 18: Announces he sprain in his left knee and in his left underwent a second micro-discectomy Achilles tendon. He misses the next surgery two days earlier to remove a disc • 1994 December: Tiger undergoes two months, including two majors. fragment that was pinching his nerve. surgery on his left knee to remove two • 2012 March 11: Feels tightness in his Tiger’s Injury Timeline benign tumors and scar tissue. • 2015 October: Woods has a procedure fter his withdrawal from the left Achilles tendon and withdraws to "relieve discomfort" in his back. No Arnold Palmer Invitational, • 2002 December 13: Another surgery after 11 holes of the final round in timetable for his return to the PGA Tour. A on his left knee to remove fluid inside the Cadillac Championship at Doral. In early March, Tiger Woods withdrew from Tiger Woods took to Twitter to dismiss ideas that he could finish playing and outside the ACL and to remove He wins in his next start at Bay Hill, • 2017 February 3: Following an the Arnold Palmer Invitational with a neck competitively. “Unfortunately due to a neck benign cysts. Misses the season his first PGA Tour victory since the opening round of 77, Woods withdraws strain, adding to the long list of injuries strain that I've had for a few weeks, I'm opener in 2003. scandal in his personal life. from the before the start of the second round due to that have resulted in four back surgeries forced to withdraw from the API,” he wrote • 2007 August: Ruptures the ACL • 2012 August 24: Moves stiffly during on Twitter. “I've been receiving treatment, back spasms. for the former world number one. Almost in his left knee while running on a the second round of The Barclays and but it hasn't improved enough to play. My after the British Open, later says he felt pain in his lower back, • 2017 April 20: Woods undergoes a one year on from his last back surgery, lower back is fine, and I have no long-term but is able to keep playing. Wins five which he attributed to a soft mattress in fourth back surgery. The spinal fusion, this latest injury once again raised concerns, and I hope to be ready for The of the last six tournaments he plays, his hotel room. labeled "a success" was to alleviate the Players.” including the PGA Championship for pain he had been experiencing in his • 2013 June 13: During the US Open, concerns that Tiger could withdraw from Just one month later, he stood at the his 13th major. back and leg. competitive golf. prize giving ceremony at Augusta National he has left elbow strain that he says he and donned his fifth green jacket, his • 2008 April 15: Two days after the acquired while winning The Players • 2019 March 4: Withdraws from the injuries a fading memory, for now at least. Masters, has arthroscopic surgery Championship a month earlier. He Arnold Palmer Invitational with a neck Here’s a timeline of Tiger’s physical on his left knee to repair cartilage misses two tournaments and returns at strain.

Photography : AP Photography battle to get back on top: damage. the British Open. Source: PGA Tour

14 JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE FOCUS | TIGER EFFECT

Tiger Woods in Numbers The Green Jacket Then THE 4 5 6 Presidential Medal Tiger’s rank in Times Tiger Number of the World Golf underwent wins for Tiger Ranking after this surgery. at Augusta. year’s Masters.

11 14 16 Number of years In the world's Years since Tiger since Tiger’s last highest-paid athletes last won a major victory at Augusta. rankings Tiger sits tournament: the It is the longest gap at 16th. He earned 2008 US Open. between Masters $43.3 million last wins ever. year. Tiger Up, Bookies Down any parties welcomed Tiger’s success at Augusta 21 43 with joy, but not bookmakers. William Hill faced 20 he President of the United States, Donald Trump, M the biggest loss in the company’s history with a Tiger won the green awarded Tiger Woods with the Presidential Medal of sportsbook in Nevada taking a US$85,000 bet on Woods at When Tiger won Tiger has made jacket Age Tiger won T Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor. In his 14-to-1.T in 1997 at 21 years the cut in all 20 the green jacket at this remarks, President Trump praised Tiger as a "global symbol of Tat meant that when Tiger won his fifth green jacket, old, he was the of his Masters year making him the American excellence." William Hill needed to pay out $1.19 million, the biggest youngest Masters appearances. second-oldest Masters Trump praised Tiger’s victory at Augusta National, joining liability on a single golf wager in William Hill’s seven-year champion ever. champion after Jack the many others who view it as one golf’s greatest comebacks history of taking bets in the US. Nicklaus. following injuries and personal problems that looked to have After all bets were paid out, William Hill was down permanently derailed his career. "Congratulations again on your seven figures. FanDuel Group also lost U$2 million from amazing comeback and your amazing life and for giving sports Woods’s victory. fans everywhere a lifetime of memories," Trump said, as quoted “It’s great to see Tiger back,” said Nick Bogdanovich, by CNN. director of trading at William Hill US, as quoted by “This has been an unbelievable experience,” said Tiger, who Bloomberg. “It’s a painful day for William Hill - our biggest 81 281 2,070,000 received a standing ovation upon the beginning of his remarks. golf loss ever - but a great day for golf.” Tiger thanked those who have supported him over the years, by Despite his struggles on and off the course for the past Career PGA Record of The prize money saying, “You've seen the good and bad, the highs and lows, and I decade, some people still believed Tiger would win a major. Tour wins for consecutive Tiger took home would not be in this position without all of your help.” One such person was James Adducci, who cashed in for an Woods, one title weeks Tiger spent in US dollars for The Medal of Freedom recognizes individuals who have impressive US$1.19 million after placing the $85,000 bet behind Sam as the World No. his 2019 Masters made “an especially meritorious contribution to the security on Tiger to win the Masters. Speaking to reporters, Adducci Snead’s record. 1 golfer. win. or national interests of the United States, world peace, cultural, said this was the first bet he’d ever made on sports. or other significant public or private endeavors”. The three Regardless of how long the odds were, Tiger remained a

Photography : Getty Images Photography previous golfers to receive the honor are Arnold Palmer, Jack favorite among the golf-betting public.

Photography : Time | Getty Images : Time Photography Nicklaus, and Charlie Sifford.

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he Open Championship will make a Since winning the Open in 2014, McIlroy historic return to has finished T-5 or better in three straight T this year, for the first time in nearly Open appearances, coming in as the runner-up 70 years. The oldest major tournament in last year at . The facts all add up to the world was last staged in Ireland at Royal give McIlroy some good odds on this year’s Portrush Golf Club in 1951. tournament. With the exception of Irishman Rory The next name on everyone’s lips is Tiger McIlroy and a handful of European Tour Woods. Claiming the three times, players who took part in the 2012 , the winner of 15 major titles has conquered most participants in this year’s field will not links courses before; twice at St. Andrews, in have much experience of playing on the site of 2000 and 2005 (his 2000 title there was by this year’s final major. eight strokes, the biggest margin of victory Ulsterman McIlroy is the lucky one with at the British Open since 1913), and once at the most extensive experience of playing this Royal Liverpool in 2006. His comeback at North Ireland course. “Royal Portrush is one Augusta this year has sent a strong message of my favorite golf courses in the world, I think that Tiger could be a tough rival in the 148th it will be a fantastic Open venue,” he said, as Open title race. quoted by The Irish Post. “They are going to Defending champion add a couple of new holes to the golf course will also be hopeful of a repeat performance and I think that will be a great addition and of his past success. The 36-year-old Italian will make the course even stronger. I’m really might not have much experience at Royal looking forward to it.” Portrush but the experience of overcoming the McIlroy, who lifted the Open trophy of the Open counts for a lot. Molinari at Royal Liverpool in 2014, is taking his proved he has what it takes to win on a links preparations for this year’s event seriously. The course in last year’s Open at Carnoustie and 30-year-old decided he won’t play at the Irish since then his game has continued to improve Open which takes place the week before the consistently. Open. Instead, after playing at the Scottish As in every tournament, there is still Open, McIlroy will focus on practice that a whole field of players with the potential, week. ambition, and desire to surprise spectators. “If there is ever a year when I feel I Whether or not the winner is someone who can miss the Irish Open, it’s this year,” said was predicted to do well or a long shot that McIlroy, as quoted by the BBC. “If I was to swoops in to claim victory, it’s certain that the play the Irish Open, the Open Championship 148th Open Championship at Royal Portrush would be my third event in a row. For me, will be an interesting closing major this year. that’s not the best way to prepare for what could be the biggest event of my life.”

Rory McIlroy Open Season for Everyone Almost seventy years after it last visited Royal Portrush Golf Club, The Open will return to - Tiger Woods - (L-R) Francesco Molinari

Photography : Getty Images | USA-Today-Sports : Getty Images Photography the Irish course for its 148th edition. Who will be victorious come July 21?

18 JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 19 INSIGHT | THE 2019 OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW

ROYAL PORTRUSH GOLF CLUB Get to Know the Open Venue To mark the historic return to Northern Ireland of the oldest major championship after nearly 70 years, Royal Portrush Golf Club has made some changes, including adding two new holes.

NO-FLY ZONE OVER ROYAL PORTRUSH Royal Portrush To maintain the smoothness and comfort of the 2019 Open Championship, Dunluce Course: 72, 6658 yards especially for the participants, an airspace restriction has been put in place Valley Course : Par 70, 6054 yards over Royal Portrush Golf Club.

he legendary Royal Portrush Golf The greens of Royal Portrush are scattered anticipation of the event. These two holes will s the British Open gets underway on It is not unusual for no-fly zones to be put attention to the Causeway Coast's tourist Club that was founded in 1888 has among the huge sand dunes above the Antrim replace the current 17th and 18th holes that July 18 to 21, flying will be restricted in place around major sporting events and The destinations. T two championship courses, the Coast and are flanked by expansive views of will not be used for The Open. The current A over Royal Portrush Golf Club. A ban Open in Northern Ireland is indeed a major "The Championship is a wonderful renowned Dunluce Course and the smaller but the ocean, cliffs, and neighboring islands. 16th, a suitably stern par-4, will now be the has been imposed on all traditional fixed-wing event in every sense of the word since last time opportunity to promote the best of Northern equally enjoyable Valley Course. Both courses There are two signature holes: the par-4 5th final hole. The 7th will be a nearly 600-yard aircraft, helicopters, kites, balloons, and small- the country hosted the tournament was some Ireland to the world, both as a host of major come complete with impressive vistas across hole, named White Rocks, which climbs to a par-5, while the par-4 8th is a mid-length unmanned aircraft such as drones. 68 years ago in 1951. The Portrush no-fly zone sporting events and as a leading visitor the North Atlantic with breathtaking views of green at the very edge of a cliff, and the 14th dogleg right. Meanwhile, six of the holes have The prohibition is sure to affect decision comes after a spate of drone sightings destination," said UK Sports Minister Jeremy and Donegal. hole, a 210-yard, uphill, into-the-wind par-3, new and several new bunkers have been photographers who were planning to get their shut down major UK airports, including Wright, as quoted by the Belfast Telegraph. The Dunluce Course, which was designed aptly named Calamity Corner. introduced including five on the 7th hole and exclusive and unique shots of the action from Gatwick and Heathrow. Therefore, everything Golf fans from far and wide are expected by , was host to the first ever Preparations for the prestigious 148th three on the 8th green. above. However, some limited categories that can be done to prevent disruption to the to flock to watch Francesco Molinari attempt Open Championship held in Ireland. Only Open Championship are well underway; of aerial traffic, including police machines, 2019 Open Championship, is being. to defend the iconic Claret Jug against the two players managed to break 70 during once finished, the Dunluce will be 200 yards the Northern Ireland Air Ambulance, and The British government realizes that the world's greatest golfers, including Northern the tournament, including the winner Max longer with the addition of a few new bunkers coastguard aircraft, will be exempt from the global sports spotlight will be focused on the Ireland's own golf superstar, Rory McIlroy. Faulkner who took the trophy home with his to bring the total to 62. Two new holes, the no-fly order. famous north coast course for golf's original

Photography : Getty Images Photography total of 285 (3-under). 7th and 8th, have been designed especially in : Belfast Telegraph Photography championship and with it will bring worldwide

20 JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 21 INSIGHT | THE 2019 OB GOLF INVITATIONAL

t the 2019 OB Golf Invitational, a father approached one of the OB A Golf team saying the name Park, while making the hand gestures that suggest taking a photo. He’d done this several times before whenever he met the OB Golf team. The First Korean By the end of the tournament’s fourth round on May 10, Korea’s Seung Park finally became the focus of attention, just as his father wished. Park survived the second playoff hole to win his maiden professional title at the In ADT History $65,000 event and became the first Korean The 2019 OB Golf Invitational celebrated its second edition on the ADT schedule this to win on the Asian Development Tour year, taking place at Royale Jakarta Golf Club. This year it was a Korean player who (ADT). Starting the final day four shots behind triumphantly took the title home after a playoff. the leader, Park sank five birdies against a bogey to secure a final round of 4-under, 68. It was enough to move him to the top of the leaderboard, tied with ’s Panuwat Muenlek, on a total of 14-under, 274. The players would have to determine their fates in a playoff. Panuwat Muenlek It was on the second playoff hole, the par-five 18th hole of the highly-acclaimed Royal Jakarta Golf Club, that Park was able to stop Panuwat in his tracks. Despite taking four shots to reach the green, Park rolled in a 12-footer for par while Panuwat two- putted from six feet to settle for a bogey. The 22-year-old won the tournament! “I didn’t expect anything coming into this week. It feels so surreal to win, especially with my father cheering me on all week. I almost cried walking off the green after I sank that putt,” said the young Korean, who missed the cut at in January. “It has been a tough few years and I haven’t been striking it well since I finished my military service in January. My game just peaked at the right time and I am glad George Gandranata - (L-R) to have earned my first professional victory,” added Park, who had his father supporting Final Round Leaderboard: him from the sidelines. "I didn’t expect Park took home the winner’s purse of POS TOTAL NAME R1 R2 R3 R4 US$11,375 and also received six Official anything 1 274 Seung Park* 71 67 68 68 World Golf Ranking points for his victory. Meanwhile, despite losing the playoff, coming into this Panuwat Muenlek 71 67 69 67 Panuwat wasn’t disappointed. The 33-year- week. It feels 3 276 Masaru Takahashi 70 71 70 65 old Thai felt satisfied with his performance, so surreal to Wang Wei-lun 67 67 70 72 especially during the final round. win, especially 5 277 Danny Masrin 69 66 72 70 “I played really well today, coming back from five shots behind. Even though I lost Sorachut Hansapiban 68 69 70 70 with my father today, I am happy because I gave myself a cheering me on Rory Hie 68 66 71 chance to fight for another ADT victory in a all week." George Gandranata 68 69 68 72 play-off. I will keep trying because I know a win will come soon,” said Panuwat, who had - Seung Park - Hayato Yoshida 68 69 68 72 Seung Park missed out on his fifth ADT title following

Photography : YM Photography *won on the second play-off hole the playoff defeat.

22 JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 23 INSIGHT | THE 2019 OB GOLF INVITATIONAL The Story of Three OB Golf Invitational Tidbits Home Fighters The 2019 OB Golf Invitational presented something that cheered local spectators. Masaru Takahashi of engraved Three Indonesian players were able to be in contention until the final round finished. the lowest score for a round at the four-day event. The 32-year-old signed for 65 on a flawless, bogey-free final round scorecard, highlighted with seven birdies. Takahashi jumped into T3 on the leaderboard with a four-day total of 12-under, 276, at the US$65,000 Asian Development Tour event.

Amateur Naraajiee E.R. Putra holds the record as the Indonesian player to claim the most Lowest Amateur titles at ADT events in Indonesia. In the 2019 OB Golf Invitational, the 19-year-old national athlete not only won the trophy for the lowest amateur but also engraved his fifth lowest amateur title in ADT events, making it his sixth lowest amateur title overall when coupled with the 2017.

Danny Masrin George Gandranata Rory Hie "This is my first hole-in- he 2019 OB Golf Invitational was George and three other players with two-shot However, Thailand’s Panuwat Muenlek one in a golf tournament, not only a battle for foreign players, back. took over the lead in -13, while Danny moved but I’ve made four aces T but also for home players. Rory Hie, In moving day, George opened a path to be to T2 after bogey in 16th, along with Thailand’s Danny Masrin, and George Gandranata showed in contention. The 32-year old player who made Sorachut Hansapiban and Yoshida with in total." their mentality to be in contention. a total of eleven-under-par for three-days was 12-under-par. Then, in 17th, Danny made - Tonkham - Jordan S. Irawan and Peter Gunawan only three shot behind the leader Nazrin, along another bogey, settling in -11. George and Rory attracted home spectators in the first round. with Rory and Japan’s Hayato Yoshida. Danny joined him after finishing 18th with -11. Both made 68 (four-under-par), one shot was held with nine-under-par. "I am quite happy with the score for four behind America’s Jeremy Wendelken and The final round showed dynamic days. I am also proud to be able to see many Chinese Taipei’s Wang Wei-lun who were at the movement at the top of the leaderboard. Danny Indonesian flags at the top of the leaderboard top with 67. moved to top with 13-under-par after walking from the first day to the last day. Hopefully While Indonesia’s Rory managed to climb to the top of the leaderboard during the second Rory led the leaderboard after finishing off 13-hole green, tying Korea’s Seung Park, this can give high confidence to all Indonesian round, it was American Troix Tonkham who stole the show that day. The 24-year-old the second round, tying with Wei-lun with ten- Wei-lun, and Yoshida. After 15th, Danny was players in the next tournament," said Danny. produced an ace on the 4th hole using his seven- from 156 yards. “This is my first hole- under-par. Meanwhile, Danny and ’s the only player with -13. in-one in a golf tournament, but I’ve made four aces in total,” said Tonkham. Finishing with a

Photography : YM Photography Amir Nazrin were one-shot back, followed by total of 2-under, he made the cut which was set at 3-over.

24 JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 25 INSIGHT | News First Scandinavian to Be Masters No. 1 Amateur

Through Victor Hovland, Norway has made its way into the Masters’ history books as well as the World Amateur Golf Ranking. Hovland is the fifth non-U.S. player to win the Silver Cup for the best ranking amateur.

olf is a popular sport in Norway. and now, for the first time ever, G the Northern European country has celebrated the success of one of their players at the . lifted his country’s name in the Viktor Hovland golf realm after becoming the first ever Norwegian to play, make the cut, and also win the Silver Cup - the trophy for the which has been churning out world-class male lowest-scoring amateur - at the Masters. players for the past three decades. Up until this By scoring 72, 71, 71, 71, the 21-year- point, Norway has only had , a "They say this is a old Oklahoma State University student 15-time winner on the LPGA Tour, to cheer on. finished the tournament on 3-under for game you can do Hovland is inspired by the elite players, T32. Hovland won the amateur trophy by for a long time,” and Alex Moran, from his one stroke over Alvaro Otiz. This victory neighboring country. “They say this is a game he remarked. places him in the number one spot on the you can do for a long time,” he remarked. “Even World Amateur Golf Ranking, moving up “Even though I’m though I’m in a spot where I’ve got a lot of from No. 2 before the 2019 Masters. in a spot where opportunities, it’s not a sprint, it’s a marathon.” Along with Ortiz, Devon Bling, and I’ve got a lot of , Hovland was one of only four amateurs to make the cut. He earned NON U.S. LOW AMATEURS AT THE MASTERS opportunities, it’s a trip to Augusta National - and the US Year Name Country To Par Pos not a sprint, it’s a and British Open events - by winning the marathon." US Amateur championship in a dominant 1999 Sergio García +7 T38 fashion at Pebble Beach last year. 2010 +4 T36 Coming from a nation whose men’s golf 2011 Japan −1 T27 history is almost non-existent, Hovland is 2013 Guan Tianlang +12 58 paving a path for the country to catch up

Photography : AP Photography with their Scandinavian neighbor, , 2019 Viktor Hovland Norway −3 T32

26 JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 27 INSIGHT | News Players Allowed to Replace Broken Club A new local rule has been introduced by the USGA and R&A. The new rule allows players to replace a broken or significantly damaged club during a round, except in cases of abuse.

nder the local rule, a club that is “broken or significantly damaged” can be replaced U if it meets certain conditions determined by the USGA and R&A and did not occur as a result of abuse. A player is allowed to replace its club if the breaks into pieces, splinters, or is bent, but not when the shaft is only dented. If the clubface’s impact area is visibly deformed, detached, or loose from the shaft, or if the grip is loose, a Ariya poses with the film actresses who play her and her sister, Moriya, player is also able to replace it. at different stages of their lives through the movie. However, a player is not allowed to replace his New Venue for or her club solely because there is a crack in the clubface or clubhead. This new local rule reverses a change that had been implemented under the new that took effect in early January. Panasonic The rule stated that any damaged club could not be replaced by another club except when it is damaged Ariya on the during the round by an outside influence, a natural Open force, or by someone other than the player, partner, or his caddie. The US$400,000 Big Screen India will move to the Classic Golf and Country Club in Gurgaon. This The life journey of the former will be the ninth consecutive edition Wie Takes Indefinite Leave women’s World No. 1, Ariya of the event, set for November 14 to Jutanugarn, has inspired 17, when it returns to the Asian Tour persistent wrist injury forces American Transformation Film to elevate Michelle Wie to take an indefinite break from calendar. A golf. The former US Open champion says her the story of the Thai golfer to the decision to rest follows advice from her doctor. big screen. Ariya posted the news ubbed as one of India’s finest courses, the Classic Golf “Had an encouraging visit with my doctor, however, and Country Club is the first Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf we both think it’s in my best interest to take some time of the upcoming movie on her D Course in South Asia and comprises an 18-Hole Signature away to allow my body to heal properly and get stronger,” Instagram account. Championship Course as well as a 9-Hole Signature Canyon Wie, 29, posted on Instagram. “Health is my top priority Course. The Classic Golf and Country Club was home to the right now and hopefully I can get back to being pain-free prestigious in 2000 and 2001. Over the past few years, real soon. Thank you everyone for staying patient with Never would have thought that there would be a movie it has also played host to several tournaments on the Professional me. I appreciate y’all.” about myself,” Ariya wrote. “This is pretty surreal. Thanks Golf Tour of India (PGTI). Wie underwent surgery in October last year and " to Transformation Films for believing that my life story The Panasonic Open India, staged previously at the Delhi Golf returned to the course at the Honda LPGA Thailand can inspire some people. In theaters this August. Stay tuned!” Club, celebrated worthy champions in (2011), Classic in February this year. After finishing at T23, Wie The film will focus on how Ariya’s father raised her and her (2012), Australian Wade Ormsby (2013), S.S.P. withdrew during the first round of the HSBC Women’s sister differently from other kids in Thailand, back when golf wasn’t Chawrasia (2014), Chiragh Kumar (2015), Mukesh Kumar World Championship a week after. On 10-over after 14 such a popular sport in their country. The film shows her journey (2016), Shiv Kapur (2017), and Khalin Joshi (2018). holes, Wie revealed that “nerve entrapment” remained to the LPGA including the 10 cuts she missed in a row, her triple “We are very excited to return to The Classic Golf and Country an issue. on the 72nd hole to lose the 2013 Honda LPGA Thailand, and her Club for the ninth staging of the Panasonic Open India this year,” After a consultation with a specialist in Los Angeles, first victory at the 2016 Yokohama Tire LPGA Classic. said Cho Minn Thant, Asian Tour Chief Operating Officer. Wie decided she will watch the action from home. It’s The 23-year-old became the first Thai player to win on The Panasonic Open India has been dominated by Indians been a rough year for her due to her injuries. Last August, the LPGA and she now has a total of ten titles under her belt, since its inception with Australian Wade Ormsby remaining the she had to withdraw from the Women’s British Open in including two majors. The actress Krissiri Sukhsvasti plays the only non-Indian player to have won the tournament when he

Photography : Getty Images | USGA : Getty Images Photography the middle of her round because of pain in her hand. Tour | Asian : Instagram Photography adult Ariya in the film. emerged victorious in 2013.

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in-Young Ko is really something. While other players take dead aim at J titles and trophies, Ko puts her focus elsewhere to find success. “I want to be the happiest player on the golf course,” Ko once said, as quoted by the New York Times. Ko’s result at the 2019 ANA Inspiration The 2018 LPGA Rookie of the Year has on April 7 was her first major victory. The win been performing consistently this season, elevated the 22-year old Korean to number making five top-three finishes, including two one in the world. victories: the Bank of Hope Founders Cup “Reaching World No. 1 is exciting and and Ana Inspiration. Ko now sits at the top of I cannot believe that I have achieved this the scoring averages with 69 strokes, No. 1 for honor,” Ko explained, as quoted by the Ladies birdies with 145, and No. 1 in Top 10 finishes. European Player site. “I always keep my focus Right now, Ko is the hottest ladies professional on the golf course and on my playing, but to player on the planet. win a major championship and be called the These positive results have all been best player in the world is absolutely a great grabbed by Ko following her appointment honor.” of David Brooker as her caddie at the end of 2018. Brooker has experience working with big-name players like and . “He helps me all the time on the green or the fairways,” Ko said of Brooker. At the 2019 Ana Inspiration, Brooker, who has made 19 caddie appearances since 1997, took his third celebratory leap into Poppie’s Pond. He first leaped in with Grace Park in ’04 and then Lorena Ochoa in ’08. He also toted Ochoa’s bag when she won the Women’s British Open at St. Andrews in ’07. He knows world-class talent. “She is just so smart for her age,” Brooker said of Ko. “She knows what she’s doing out there.” "My caddie goes in three times, he knows already this course, he knows the course and the fairway and the putting green," Ko remarked after her win. "So thanks to my caddie." Ko is the fifth player from the Republic of Korea to reach World No. 1, following , Sung Hyun Park, So Yeon Ryu and . She is the third player to hold the title of World No. 1 in 2019, joining and Sung Hyun Park, who was No. 1 for the previous five weeks. Despite being a huge achievement, Ko is not focused on her ranking. “I’m just trying to focus on my game on the course,” she said. “It really doesn’t matter about the Rolex World Rankings. I don’t like numbers, like No. 1 or No. 2. I’m just playing on the course.” Former Rookie Tops Women’s Rankings In the first week of April, Jin-Young Ko ascended to No. 1 in the Rolex Women’s World

Photography : Getty Images | AP : Getty Images Photography Golf Rankings. Ko has credited her new caddie as a major key to her success.

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THE 8TH ASIA GOLF TOURISM CONVENTION he eighth edition of the Asia Golf Tourism Convention T (AGTC) took place in Siem Reap, Cambodia, from March 31 to April 3, 2019. The AGTC 2019 was held at the Sokha Siem Reap Resort & Convention Centre, located 6 km from the number one-ranked UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor Maintaining and Wat, and only a 15-minute ride by tuk-tuk to the bustling heart of Siem Reap. Four hundred and twenty members of Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) attended the 8th AGTC. The event is the annual opportunity Building Networks for IAGTO member golf resorts, golf clubs, The global golf tourism organization, the IAGTO, held a hotels, DMCs, and other golf tourism suppliers from 45 countries across the Asia convention in Cambodia, providing a fantastic opportunity Pacific, Indian Ocean, and the Gulf States, to for all of its participants to maintain and build their networks. come together. The two days of convention activities included 13 hours of one-to-one meetings organized between buyers and suppliers, along with great networking opportunities including a welcome reception, business lunches, social evenings and three additional and optional days of golf.

For OB Golf, this was the fourth time being involved in the annual event. “At least we can see that the golf industry is currently growing, with the emergence of new industries from various countries, for example, the increasing number of golf tour operators, and also the enthusiasm of various developing countries,” added Merry. What is the impact of attending the AGTC? “They are getting to know OB golf as a tour operator and also golf media,” said Merry. While all the guests gratefully benefited from the event and praised the smooth implementation of the AGTC, Cambodia, as the host, was proud to be able to hold OB Golf was one of IAGTO member an event which could help to increase delegates that attended the event. As a buyer the number of foreign tourists coming to and seller, OB Golf joined the IAGTO five Cambodia, in particular to Siem Reap. years ago and believes the AGTC activities At the welcome reception, Cambodia’s provide a valuable opportunity to maintain Minister of Tourism, His Excellency Dr. and build networks within the golf industry. Thong Khon, told delegates: “Siem Reap is “In addition to getting the latest reliant on its magnificent heritage to attract information on golf in various countries, it visitors, but now golf travel provides another also fosters relationships with people from pillar to the destination’s tourism product the international golf industry as well as and is another reason for golfers from around acquaintances with new industries,” said the world to visit Cambodia and enjoy our Merry Kwan, Managing Director of OB Golf heritage, culture, gastronomy, and lifestyle Photography : IAGTO Photography & OB Event. via these magnificent fairways.”

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PAUL ALEXANDER CASEY Casey rejected an invitation to After a ten-year absence, Casey play in the Saudi International last returned to the team for February while many of the world’s the fourth time after being selected top players accepted seven-figure as one of Thomas Bjorn’s four What was Casey’s experience as an participation fees. Why? Captain’s Picks. What was the story amateur golfer like? surrounding that? Soul Searching, As a Unicef ambassador, Casey cited concerns He was known as one of Britain’s most over the country’s human rights abuses. He Bjorn approached Casey at the 2017 Open talented players, displaying an exceptional reflected on the decision earnestly and with and asked him to be part of his Ryder Cup playing record while studying in the US. self-awareness. “Anybody who says sport isn’t team. “Honestly, I’d thought I might never While there, he won the Pac-12 championship political, that’s rubbish, sport is very political be able to play in the Ryder Cup again. My A Revival, and three consecutive times in 1998, 1999 and and we’ve seen it through the years. I’m glad last full point was in 2006 at the 2000. At the 2000 edition of the event, Casey I took a stance, more so if it highlighted the when I beat ,” he laughs. “It was a even broke records held by Tiger Woods. issues within the region, especially next bloody long time.” During his amateur years, he also represented door in Yemen,” said Casey, as quoted by the Great Britain and Ireland in the Guardian. Ryder Cup Hero How does Casey feel now having during their 1999 win, at the in 2000, and was victorious at the St. appeared in the and Andrews Trophy also in 2000. What is the highest position Casey knowing it may have been his last? has reached in the World Ranking? At 41-years-old, Paul “It was probably my last European based Casey may have passed He climbed to World No. 3, his highest Ryder Cup but it’s such a drug, it’s such an ranking, after winning the BMW PGA addictive feeling to be part of it. I still use a his youth, but he’s not Championship in May 2009. Ryder Cup ball marker till this day, I’ve got passed his prime. The it in my pocket right now,” he said, as quoted by the Independent. “The team is extremely Casey won the mature English player still close. Golf can be so individual and it can be in 2018. How emotional was it for manages to put in good a lonely sport sometimes, but it doesn’t feel Casey? performances and hold his like it.” It was nine years in between the Valspar and own in the midst of much his previous win at the Shell younger players. in 2009. The 2018 victory ended a title Schauffele’s Fact File drought of 132 PGA Tour starts. Speaking Born : July 21st, 1977 after his victory, Casey explained: “Having Professional Since : 2000 been that length of time, and having nnisbrook Resort is certain to College : Arizona State University always stand out in Paul Casey’s struggled with my golf game, it was really I mind. It was there that he won the satisfying. I’m now in a place that I’m more ACHIEVEMENTS mature and there are other things in my life, 2018 Valspar Championship, which was not 2001 Gleneagles Scottish PGA Championship but it was satisfying to wake up the next day just a title but also the end of a title drought 2003 ANZ Championship and think, ‘Yeah, I won again. This is cool!’.” from 2014-2018 that led to self-doubt, soul Benson & Hedges International Open searching, and ultimately an attitude overhaul. 2004 of Golf (with ) Casey has undergone something of a personal This year, Casey secured back-to- 2005 TCL Classic and professional transformation, continuing back titles at Valspar. How has the on strongly from this success to triumphantly game evolved or changed for Casey 2006 Johnnie Walker Championship at Gleneagles defend the Valspar title this year, making his at 41? professional wins up to a grand total of 19. HSBC World Championship “The older you get, the more you learn, the Casey became a well-known British player 2007 Abu Dhabi Golf Championship more you understand. You're actually better after turning pro in 2000 and experienced 2009 Abu Dhabi Golf Championship equipped,” said Casey, who believes it’s a period of glory from 2004-2009 when Shell Houston Open more of a mental game. he reached his highest world ranking. But BMW PGA Championship “You look at Phil (Mickelson, 48) - he’s personal problems and injuries led him into a very vocal about what he’s working on. 2011 gloomy period and he was only able to finally He’s working on speed. He's embracing Singhan Donghae Open claim a title again in 2011 at the European technology. He’s trying to hit the 2013 The Irish Open Tour's Golf Champions tournament in as hard as he possibly can and then he’s just 2014 KLM Open Bahrain. going to go find it and hit it again. I mean, 2018 Valspar Championship Things have changed a lot over the last my goodness, some of the tee shots he hit four years since Casey chose to play on the 2019 Valspar Championship (2) at Pebble were all over the place. A hundred PGA Tour. At an age that is atypical for golfers PGA Tour yards left of the fairway and he finds it, hits it to succeed, Casey has managed to resurrect his European Tour again and doesn’t care.” game. Here is a brief look into the world of the Co-sanction between European and Asian Tour

Photography : AFP Photography Arizona State University alumnus.

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Brooks Koepka poses with the Wanamaker Trophy after winning the PGA Championship golf tournament Koepka claimed the title a wire-to-wire victory. He is the first player in history to own back-to- back victories in two different majors the PGA Championship and U.S. Open simultaneously.

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BB1 Limited Edition To commemorate the year’s first major, Bettinardi released a limited-edition version of its BB1 Masters Souvenirs on April 9 at select retailers worldwide. Only 250 clubs were produced so you may need to hunt hard to add one to your collection. This year's battle for Milled from 303 stainless steel and boasting the coveted Masters’ a 110 Copper insert, the 2019 BB1 Copper Classic have a weight of 355 grams, and title has been fought Bettinardi’s signature honeycomb milling pattern and won. But for those covers the face, including the insert. The logo on the back of this $800 edition of wanting to commemorate the Bettinardi club has been colored green and the 2019 edition of one yellow. A single white alignment line is present of golf’s most revered on the club which comes with a specially themed green head cover with yellow trim. tournaments, there are NIKE RosheGTour plenty of special items to NIKE AirMax1G collect. ’s Driver

NIKE TourPremiere HONMA TW 747 460 When World No. 1 Justin Rose won the Farmers Insurance Open in January, one of the clubs he used was the Honma Tour World (TW) 747 460. The TW 747 460 is designed using Honma's Proprietary Adjustability System. This technology NIKE Jordan Masters allows golfers to adjust the loft of the club to create their desired shot shape without rotating the spine of the shaft to improve both ball flight and Nike’s Snake Pack Shoes distance. There is also a new Four Fang Technology In conjunction with this year’s Masters “It is often said that this tournament NIKE ReactVapor2 behind the clubface. This technology utilizes tournament, Nike launched six new shoes: the doesn't begin until the back nine on Sunday, four metal studs to provide more stability across Nike Roshe G Tour, Nike Air Zoom Victory and the Snake Pack is designed to flip the the face to generate faster ball speeds and better Tour, Nike React Vapor 2, Nike Air Max 1 narrative of athletes being 'snake-bit' down distance regardless of strike. The driver uses an G, and the Nike Tour Premiere, all available the stretch," Nike explained in its press ultra lightweight ET40 Carbon on the crown since April 8th, and the new Jordan XI which release. “Instead, Nike is giving its athletes the with ribbed grooving for optimized clubhead was released during the second round of the confidence to grab the snake by the head and speeds. Honma says the 460 model is focused tournament on April 12. take the tournament into their own hands.” more around forgiveness and the interchangeable The shoes all feature a set of praying hands weights allow for draw/fade bias to be added to as a nod to Amen Corner along with their the driver to suit the needs of the golfer. own individual, special touches. A green snake pattern provides the color scheme that runs through the group of shoes branded as “The

Photography : Nike | golfwrx-com | Honma : Nike Photography Snake Pack.” NIKE VictoryTour

40 JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 41 THE GAME Build Consistency with Start Direction For the most part, golfers who struggle with consistency don’t really understand why their shots change so much in one single round. Many players often incorrectly diagnose the reason why they hit a wayward shot and make the mistake of trying to correct it during the round. Think Box After hitting your five shots, be honest to yourself about whether your ball started straight. Don’t be distracted Step 3 - Hit Five Shots if your ball curved left or right (this By: Robert Turvey is related to path and not what this Take five shots and let your focus for drill is focused on). If you were able each shot be specifically on keeping to maintain a consistent clubface at the clubface square at impact. If impact, you probably saw the same ball you have success the ball should fly flight five times in a row. This means directly over the alignment stick on it’s time to calibrate your alignment. et’s make it simpler! The first step to your target line. understanding consistency is to understand Lthat starting direction is majorly influenced by clubface angle at impact and is usually the culprit for lack of consistency. Today’s tip is about a practice drill to help you control your starting direction and simply diagnose whether your clubface control is causing your problems with consistency.

Step 1 - Setting Up the Drill

Choose a target and place alignment sticks on the ground parallel to that target line with enough room for your club to easily strike a ball set up in the middle. Place a third alignment stick in the ground on the target line about five meters in front of the ball. When you look down the line, the alignment stick Step 4 - Remove the Alignment should cut through your intended target. Sticks of the Ground. Step 2 - Getting Ready to Hit Balls While some people are happy If in the previous step you faded the ball, now to have consistency in their shots, Setup square with your intended target, making realign so that you feel like you are setting up left. others have a specific shape in sure that your clubface is perpendicular. Keep in Start your clubface left of the targetline and your mind. This exercise is designed mind, while the setup is important, this drill is ball should naturally fade back to your target. to cater to your swing, however, diagnosing what happens at impact. Do the opposites direction for the same steps if if you want to see a specific shape you were drawing the ball in the previous step. with your shots, come down and For those of you who hit straight bullets, keep see me at the Leadbetter Academy yourself set square. Continue your practice and in Bali. With the combination of you should begin to see consistent shots and learn Trackman technology and the how to align to your target. Leadbetter philosophy we will have you producing the shots that you want to see and help you

Illustration : Vickirio Illustration improve your game!

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Rotate your shoulders until you reach the top Impact & Speed of your swing

• Take your address position • Hinge the club up in front of your body • Straighten the left arm with the right elbow bent and touching your ribcage • Make sure both forearms are positioned close to each other • Position the shaft in line with your right forearms • On the way down, shift your weight to the left and follow with the shoulder turn that brings your right elbow slightly in front of your ribcage By: Randy Mawantu through the tip of your right shoulder • Stop when the shaft is parallel to the ground with the hips open about 30 degrees and shoulders square • Make sure the shaft is positioned slightly inside of the club path with the clubface angle matching the spine angle A lot of golferS have their right elbow positioned incorrectly at the top of the swing. This usually begins from the wrong folding of the right elbow during take away and will cause problems during the downswing to impact.

ne of the major problems that can occur from an incorrectly positioned Oelbow is blocked shots to the right. After that happens, the body starts to make some correction by using the wrist to try to square the clubface. This usually ends up with a duck hook left. Another major problem is club steepening during Keep practicing these movements going the downswing. All of these issues cause back and forth between the top of your swing a serious power leak and inconsistency at and the shaft being parallel to the ground by impact. shoulder rotation. Once you feel confident Here are some key points and drills to with the movement, try to hit some balls. set the correct position of the right elbow I hope this helps you to gain some during your backswing, top of swing, and consistency at impact and more speed with

Illustration : Vickirio Illustration downswing: accuracy, thank you.

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momentum with a birdie on the 10th, which he was then able to repeat on the 11th hole. “When on the 11th I could make a birdie after two days before only making par, I was sure that I could win,” added Rinaldi. Rinaldi was one of only two players to finish with a red score and the only player to complete his scorecard without any blue for over-par. “My strategy on the difficult holes is I play safe [aiming for par], but when it's easy on the holes, I play more aggressively. This is not only in this tournament but also in the following tournaments,” Rinaldi explained after his victory. Along with successfully having implemented his game plan, Rinaldi also felt that he was high in self-confidence when competing over the three days. “I really am confident with my wedge and putter. So, when I missed the green, I didn’t panic too much because I know my wedge is good,” he remarked.

Alfred Raja Sitohang

Rinaldi Adiyandono

espite waiting for over four years incredible,” said Rinaldi. “This victory is very PRESIDENT CUP: PAGI PRO SERIES #1 (1,592 days), Rinaldi never doubted meaningful to me because I want to show that D himself. He won the President Cup I am still a champion even though I now have a by four-shots over amateur Alfred Raja Sitohang busy life as a teaching pro.” in the final round. This is his first victory since In the final round of the President Cup, 2014 Indonesian Golf Tour Grand Finale at Rinaldi was on 7-under after the 5th hole. The 1,592-Day Wait Ends Imperial. However, over the next three holes, Rinaldi “I have been looking forward to this title made three bogeys in a row. Alfred, who played Before coming to the New Course at Jagorawi Golf Club in Bogor, Rinaldi after several times almost winning a title but in the group with Rinaldi, briefly took over the Adiyandono was experiencing the longest drought of his professional failing to make it happen. It's been tough to go reign of the leaderboard with a one-shot lead the last four years not reaching my goal, but until the 9th hole. career. Now it’s finally ended and the 30-year-old is a winner on the to have the belief that I was going to get there Alfred suffered a disaster on the back nine, Benita Kasiadi

Photography : YM Photography Indonesian professional circuit once again. and to finally break through and do it was making a bogey while Rinaldi gained new

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Telkom Landmark Tower Golf Gathering 2019 Smart Building for Future Company PT Telkom Landmark Tower held the Telkom Landmark Tower Golf Gathering 2019 on March 30. The event was attended by 123 golfers.

he Telkom Landmark Tower vision. “This means that TLT has a smart business relationships that complement and majestically on the Gatot Subroto road. (TLT) Golf Gathering 2019 building that is expected to match the needs strengthen each other,” added Nurhayadi. “In operational management, TLT T participants consisted of the of the company both now and in the future,” PT Telkom Landmark Tower was is information and communications company directors and those of TLT said Nurhayadi of TLT. established on December 27, 2011, with technology-minded, which is expected to subsidiaries, partners, and tenants. The The tournament was also held to express the objective of doing business in the field be able to touch directly to the needs of end event began at 7 am and was opened by gratitude for the extraordinary support of of property development and property and users,” summarised Nurhayadi. Harry M. Zein, Chief Financial Officer, and all stakeholders in Telkom Landmark Tower service management, as well as conducting Ririek Ardiansyah, President Director of and to help build a closer relationship with business in the trade sector in general, Telkomsel, who hit a symbolic tee shot. its tenants. including export and import trade. The theme of this year's event was “TLT Golf Gathering has a mission Today, PT Telkom Landmark Tower "Smart Building for Future Company” and to further build synergy between all TLT owns and manages the two skyscrapers

Photography : Telkom Photography served as an introductory event for TLT’s tenants. Going forward, we hope to establish of Telkom Landmark Tower that stand

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THE ALLIANZ PLATINUM GOLF TOURNAMENT 2019 Seven Continuous Years of Commitment The Allianz Platinum Golf Tournament returned again this year. It’s a golf tournament with a special purpose for Allianz and its customers.

rganized by OB Event, Allianz of Allianz Utama Indonesia Insurance was customers. For seven consecutive years, the Utama Indonesia Insurance opened with a smooth tee shot by Leroy Loo, Allianz Platinum Golf Tournament has always O held the Allianz Platinum Golf Chief of Bancassurance for Allianz Life. attracted many participants. Allianz Platinum Tournament on April 27 at Damai Indah Golf This tournament has demonstrated the customers, corporate business partners, and – PIK Course. Attended by 150 players who commitment of Allianz to their customers management of Allianz Indonesia always have are Allianz Platinum customers, corporate for seven consecutive years. Every year, the a pleasant and memorable experience and business partners, and Allianz Indonesia company has a goal of increasing engagement therefore always look forward to this event management team members, the annual event as well as showing appreciation to its each year.

RESULTS BEST GROSS OVERALL Ricky Antariksa BEST NETT OVERALL Ricky Yulianto A FLIGHT Best Gross 1. Indra Tanugraha 2. Irwan (JD.id) Best Nett 1. Garry Tjoa 2. Sophian B FLIGHT Best Gross 1. Matthew 2. Ayong Jeo Best Nett 1. Irianda Susilo 2. Surya Sentosa C FLIGHT Best Gross 1. Agustinus 2. Jeong Rusdy Best Nett 1. James darmawan 2. Dimas Johannes N. NOVELTY Nearest to the Pin Sophian Longest Sutrisno Photography : Allianz Platinum Photography

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Naraajie Emerald R. Putra His Amateur Journey Goes On Over the last five years, Naraajie Emerald Ramadhan Putra has traveled from one tournament to another. However, for the past three, Naraajie has made it into the inner circle of the national golf elite thanks to his sparkling achievements.

ineteen-year-old Naraajie Emerald As a junior, did you ever feel Why did you return to golf? Ramadhan Putra has not only bored with golf and turn to In 2014 I returned to play golf, because I N triumphed in national tournaments other sports? felt there’s something missing. Then, I met but also in the international arena. Yes, I experienced that. I had a chance to friends who are serious in golf like Almay His most recent achievement was as pursue baseball at the age of 11-13. My (Rayhan Yaquta) and others. From there, the lowest amateur at the 2019 OB Golf friends played baseball more, so I joined in. I began traveling together. After traveling, Invitational. This is his fifth title on the At that time, I was really bored playing golf I didn't think I wanted to go to school. I Asian Development Tour, and sixth title in because I practiced alone in Bandung. No always want to travel. I also decided to be an international professional tournament. friends. I decided to join another sport. serious in golf and quit normal school. Despite becoming the Indonesian amateur number one, Naraajie is still not satisfied with his achievements to date and is pursuing You have won various even bigger goals. tournaments. Which title is the How do you feel about competing Naraajie talked to OB Golf about his most memorable for you? in the name of your country? experience at some prestigious events The 2014 Junior National Championship. I was very proud. I can be the choice of the and the lessons he learned from them, his At that time, I was only 13 years old. In country to bring Indonesian names abroad. golf obsessions, and the decision to turn the tournament, there was Jason Martinus, Many people want to bring the name of professional. (Joshua) Andrew Wirawan, and other Indonesia and I’m very grateful to get the senior players. I managed to win and I was opportunity. very happy. I got a spot to play at the 2014 Indonesian Masters. At the 2018 Asian Games, many The 3rd Series of the IGT in 2018. It people hoped that you could was the first time I won a pro tournament win a medal for the host. as an amateur. I had finished 2nd and 3rd a However, the results were not few times in the previous years. Being able as expected. How was your game When did you start playing golf? to win over professional players was very at that time? impressive to me. I played golf since I was 7 years old. At The game actually went well. My first day I that time, my parents introduced the sport SEA Games in 2017. At that time, we were playing matchplay team event for was three-under-par and became the leader to me. Initially, I played motorbike cross in the morning. The second day, I played in but because I was too young and the sport bronze. We were facing the team to win it. Our three players faced their three the afternoon schedule and had difficulty was too dangerous for my age, my parents with the wind, so I could only play even-par. encouraged me to play golf. players. When I played, our score was a draw 1-1 so I had to win to get a medal. I was 2-up The third day, I struggled with my putting. before 17, then on the 17th, I was defeated. Because the motivation to win was too much, What made you like golf? Score: 1-up. On hole 18, I had trouble and I looked at the live board too often and that Golf is more challenging and is an individual had to go up and down from a distance seems to affect my game. My preparations sport. So, at that time I was thinking, ‘it’s of 30 meters, then I had a par-putt from a before the Asian Games were arguably very an individual sport, win and lose, I face it distance of two meters and the ball went in. good. I was prepared for the 2018 Asian myself.’ There is no dependence on other Indonesia won bronze at that time. It was Games, however, I slipped on the third day. people and there is also no burden when the first time I won a medal for Indonesia

Photography : YM Photography playing. and at my first SEA Games.

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Two years ago, you were Many have wondered whether selected for the international you will turn professional. junior team that competed in What do you think? the junior President Cup. What The question is still far from my mind. I did you get out of taking part in haven't thought about that yet. I still want this? to develop my experience as an amateur and I got a lot of experience. One was I walked prepare mentally to become a pro player. the course when the President Cup (senior) Playing as a professional player is not easy. event was on. I met Tiger Woods, , People think you just turn pro - that’s it. , , Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, and many more. They provided Are you still studying? tips on how to become them. They said that I am currently studying at the PGA golf is not easy and we have to work hard if International Golf Institute of . we want to succeed. The learning method is online so it doesn't bother my focus on golf. Are there many differences between competing in amateur So, you don’t wish to be like tournaments and professional others who continue their tournaments? education in the US and at the Competition in professional events is very same time sharpen their golf strict. In professional tournaments, the skills? status of the players is mostly professional. No. If amateurs want to get their education Their game is indeed really professional. and play golf there, that is a very good They are good because the difference in one choice for them and it also teaches them to stroke on the course is very valuable. That’s be independent. However, I have chosen why competing in professional tournaments another path. feels more serious.

What is your motivation when playing in professional tournaments? The main goal is to win. I want to prove that amateurs can also win in pro tournaments. This is also to motivate other amateurs/ juniors that as Indonesian amateurs we should be able to compete. "I still want to develop my Last year you joined the experience as Indonesian Golf Tour team in the tournament against the PGM an amateur and Malaysia team. What was your prepare mentally impression of that event? to become a pro It’s fun. Along with Indonesian player. Playing as a professionals, I could fight against Malaysian professionals. Many lessons are taken, as a professional player team and individual, especially that mentally is not easy. People I must be strong. think you just turn

What is your target that you pro - that’s it." want to achieve as an amateur? My targets are to win at the Pacific Asia Amateur and reach the Top 30 in the World Amateur Golf Ranking. Hopefully, this will

Photography : YM Photography be achieved this year.

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Provinces Encouraged to Run Development Programs

The New XXIO Prime

rovincial Administrators PGI and golf clubs are being 10 Launch encouraged to run junior and amateur coaching P programs systematically and sustainably to produce T Mitra Adiperkasa launched the new XXIO Prime potential golf athletes. The Indonesia Golf Association (PGI) 10 at Pondok Indah Golf Club on May 17. There are Chairman, Murdaya Po, delivered the statement at the National P three club types under the new XXIO Prime 10 range: Working Meeting at Pondok Indah Golf Club in Jakarta on April woods, hybrids, and irons. Leon Low, Srixon’s sales and marketing 26. manager presented the review of the newly launched product to According to Po, the development of athletes must happen all attending media and golfers. through planned coaching, rather than by accident. “Through the With “real light power” technology, the new XXIO Prime program, every athlete must have a commitment to achievement. 10 clubs are two to six grams lighter on the shafts, bearings, and Good playing technique is not enough, they must also be clubhead to gain more speed. This decrease in weight with an equipped with a strong, competitive mental game,” stated Po. increase in length proves the technology advancement of this new Po went on to encourage all parties involved to work together club. in order to reach the goal. “Our number one work program is The new XXIO Prime Woods feature a redesigned hosel coaching and training achievements for athletes so that they will structure and reduced stiffness at the tip of the driver shaft. The become more advanced in the next four years. The training must Prime hybrids have an expanded COR across the face, a lower be systematic so that our athletes can compete at the Asian and center of gravity, and a straighter ball flight, meanwhile the new world levels,” said Po. XXIO Prime Irons feature a forged Super-TIX® PLUS Titanium PGI held the National Working Meeting to consolidate the face and CNC milled Speed Grove, increasing ball speed across PGI work program for the period of 2018 to 2022. Each attending the face for easier distance and accuracy. professional body delivered their work program, including the

Photography : MAP | YM Photography dissemination of the latest golf regulations.

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y previous four articles have explained everything you need M to know to decide if college golf is the path for you and how to begin the recruitment process if it is. However, no matter how good of an athlete you are, if you are flunking academically, college coaches will be quite hesitant to recruit you. How do I prepare for the SAT/ As such, for the fifth of our six-part ACT? series, here are the most commonly asked The first step is to take a diagnostic test questions regarding the academic side (offered by most Test Prep companies) to of athletic recruiting to help you make determine which test provides you with sure you have an attractive, well-rounded a higher probability of attaining a higher profile: score. Once you’ve identified the test – SAT or ACT – allocate three months for test preparation. There are many free (and What grades should I be getting paid) online resources to learn about each Jessica Lydia had played for the in School? test, and a very good starting point is the Indonesian National Golf team While the GPA requirement to be NCAA website of the respective tests – SAT (sat. before she went on to play college eligible is a mere 2.3, most college coaches collegeboard.org) and ACT (actstudent. golf with a 100% golf scholarship look for athletes with a GPA above 3, and org). Other great vendors include Khan at the University of Richmond, for more academic colleges (which are the Academy (SAT only) and SparkNotes Virginia, USA. She competed for brand name universities with top-ranked (SAT and ACT). You can learn useful her college golf team and graduated sports teams) it is better to be armed with test tips, view sample questions, and take with a Business Administration: a GPA above 3.5. College coaches prefer practice tests from these sites. Alternatively, Finance degree. She is now to recruit students with better grades as you can enroll in classes offered by test working with AddedSport, a sports it indicates that the student will be more preparation companies. management company that focuses likely to be able to balance the rigors of a on helping Asian junior athletes college golfer’s schedule. When should I sit for the achieve their dreams of playing SAT or ACT? college sports in the USA. What is Standardized Testing? At AddedSport, we suggest students take All students applying to US universities are the SAT/ACT (whichever test you are best required to sit for the SAT or ACT. These suited for) at least twice because students tests assess a student’s academic level to typically perform much better after their provide a fair comparison since schools first attempt. We recommend making the across the world have varying grading first attempt in May of 10th Grade so that systems. Students need to take only one you can inform college coaches of your of either the SAT or the ACT. The main score when you meet them on campus difference is that the ACT has a Science during the summer. The second and third component (if you’re good in Science, you attempt (if necessary) can be taken in might want to go with ACT instead), and October and March of 11th Grade. the test is conducted at a faster working pace. International students who do not speak English as their first language or with Prospective athletes tend to overlook native fluency may be required to take the the importance of academics in the picture TOEFL test for universities to assess their DON'T IGNORE of college recruitment – don’t fall into English proficiency. Prospective Student- that trap. There are three pillars to the Athletes should ask every college coach if success of the college golf recruitment this is a requirement to satisfy. process: golf level, academic results, and communication. All three of these factors ACADEMIC SCORES are weighted equally and effective time While leveraging golf to gain admission to universities has been the main focus management is required to ensure that you of our series, it’s important to note that academics are equally important. After excel in all three pillars. Stay tuned for the last article in this

Photography : iStock Photography all, the word “student” comes first in “student-athlete”. series, and in the meantime, #DreamBig!

58 JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 59 SLIM D’HERMÈS L’heure impatiente

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volcano emerging from the deeps of the Maluku Sea shaped Ternate A Island. Mount Gamalama now dominates Ternate, an imposing landmark and backdrop to the natural beauty that cloaks this small piece of land resting peacefully in the azure waters dotted with other volcanic islands. Tourism activities on Ternate are located around the largest city in Province which goes by the same name. As new investment floods into Ternate city, it’s becoming the commercial and transportation hub of North Maluku. Coming along with the boom is an increasing stream of tourists, all keen Small Island, to see what this little island has to offer. Hundreds of years ago, the island was one of the world’s largest producers of cloves and attracted the Portuguese and Dutch who colonized the island and established a major port for exporting the aromatic spice. Today, the Big Beauty forts and buildings erected by these European empires stand as a reminder of the islands Small is beautiful. These words are perfectly fitting for the wondrous island of Ternate. illustrious past. Fort Tolukko, which offers a panoramic The minute island, with an area of just over one hundred and eleven square kilometers, view of neighbouring Tidore Island, and is is popular for its gorgeous landscapes swathed in jungle and wild clove trees. backed by Mount Gamalama rising imposingly 1,715 meters above the sea level, was built by a Portuguese commander named Francisco Serao in 1540. The fort was later taken by the Dutch and renovated in 1610 by Pieter Both. The second fort on the island, Oranje, functioned as the main camp of the VOC in the Dutch East Indies. Today, these two historic structures are the main attractions for tourists to the island. The unique looking black scorched rocks left over from the volcanic eruption of Mount Gamalama in 1673 form the Batu Angus tourist attraction near Tabalolo beach. While at the top of Mount Gamalama are the Abdas Water Springs which are believed to have the power to heal various diseases. The waters surrounding Ternate also offer plenty of natural wonders. Turtles and colorful coral hide beneath the shores at Sulamadaha Beach while Nukila Park boasts unique shipwrecks for underwater adventurers to explore. Falajawa Beach, Hiri Island, Tanjung Rum, and the Kalamata waters are all worthy of a visit. While the island is relatively small and can be explored in just a few days, its beauty, the friendliness of the people, and the experience here are anything but. A visit to Ternate Island is sure to create lasting memories. Photography : iStock Photography

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Batu Angus & Tobololo Places to Visit Batu Angus (scorched stone) is a formation of volcanic stone with a charred appearance. The stretch of rock, which is the remains of the lava eruption of Mount Gamalama in the 17th century runs from the foot of Mount Gamalama Laguna (Ngade) Lake to the beach. This place is one of the Located 18 kilometers from the center of Ternate City, Laguna (Ngade) Lake is an most popular destinations in Ternate ideal place for tourists to seclude themselves from the crowds. Tourists are spoiled and is just 10 kilometers from the city with a panoramic view of the lake surrounded by green hills, blue sea, and strong center. About two kilometers to the mountains. Besides enjoying its beauty, tourists can also enjoy freshwater fishing here. north of Batu Angus, you will find Tobololo Beach. This beautiful beach has not been glimpsed by many tourists because of the lack of promotion. Here, the clear sea water ripples and gently licks the shoreline while the palm leaves sway softly in the sea breeze. There are also several areas with hot springs originating from Mount Gamalama. Sulamadaha Area Sulamadaha is an area that always makes it on to the list of must-visit destinations in Ternate. Sulamadaha beach offers exoticism with its soft black sand and views of the mountains and islands around the coast. Not far from this beach, there is Hiri Island, one of the most popular diving spots in Ternate. Tourists can enjoy trips across to the island by Local Food renting a boat from one of the locals. About 10 minutes walk from the beach, there is also Hol Sulamadaha bay which is an amazing marine park. The hundreds of species of fish that live Gatang Kenari here make this the ideal place for diving and Gatang kenari is a traditional food of North Maluku that is snorkeling. made from Walnut Crab. These crabs are unique animals because they can pick and peel coconuts themselves. Compared to ordinary crab, the meat of this crab has a more pronounced savory and sweet flavor. The crab is fried until reddish, then served in coconut milk with the Fort Oranje & Tolukko addition of citrus leaves and lemongrass. Ternate has two popular forts, Oranje and Tolukko. These forts are located on the East side of Ternate. Fort Oranje that was built by Governor General Matelief De Jonge in 1607 and is a heritage fortress of the first Dutch colonial period in Indonesia. Meanwhile, Fort Tolukko was built in 1540 by a Portuguese commander, Fransisco Serraow, as a defense and storage center for spices native to Lapis Palaro Ternate. Some of the buildings were damaged over the years but the Indonesian government restored This traditional Maluku dish is made from beef with a cornstarch the forts from 1996 to 1997. sauce. The stewed beef is fried and served with a splash of cornstarch sauce that is flavored with various spices including red chili, red onion, garlic, ginger, nutmeg, cumin, cloves, and coriander. Photography : iStock | deskgram | sajiansedap-grid-id | deskgram : iStock Photography

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The Pearl City of the Mediterranean

On a visit to the ancient city of Antalya, you can trace the historical journey of this city that was established by Attalus II, King of Pergamon and grew to become a rich and powerful city in the ancient Greek region of Aeolis. Today, Antalya is one of the most visited cities in the world.

ying on the edge of the Gulf of up spectacular views of the mountains in rich history, relax on the famous beaches, Antalya, Antalya city was the the distance. While you will find charming enjoy the national park, or visit one of L gateway to the Turkish Riviera. Ottoman houses lining the narrow streets the Turkey's largest museums: Antalya Built by a king of ancient Greece in about and alleys in the old center of Kaleici, the Archaeological Museum. 150 BC, it was taken over by the Roman Roman-era harbor, that is not far from To experience a little of the local way empire about 15 years later. Antalya’s the old city, is another place to enjoy. of life for Antalya people be sure to try culture became increasingly varied with Here, sea breezes and cliff top views of Anatolian street food. While you enjoy influences of Islam after the Seljuk and then hazy-blue mountain silhouettes provide gözleme, a savory pancake filled with Ottoman occupations of the city. you a peerless experience. Additionally, a potatoes, cheese or meat, or pide, the With its rich history, natural beauty, famous landmark in the old city is Hadrian’s Turkish equivalent of pizza, you’ll get a feel and the rich variety of local lifestyles, the Gate, which was built to pay respect to the for the social life of the local community. city has grown to be one of the world's Roman King, Adrian, who visited Antalya Some tourists choose to go on a Jeep safari leading tourism destinations. Millions at that time. to explore the Taurus Mountains. Leaving of tourists visit the city every year. The Forming part of the Anatolia region from the city, you will pass remote villages strong attraction to Antalya has earned of Turkey, which is known for its history, along the Dim river, savoring the views and Antalya the nickname “the pearl city of the archeology, and arts, Antalya is surrounded learning about the ancient traditions of Mediterranean”. by the archaeological sites of the Termessos, local people. The coastline of Antalya is absolutely Perge, Sillyon and Aspendos cities. After stunning with its towering cliffs offering taking a look back at the region’s long and Photography : iStock Photography

66 JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE JUN - JUL 2019 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 67 t TRAVEL | ANTALYA Places to Visit Old Town (Kaleiçi) Kaleici represents the Antalya of the past. Walking through the 1,880-year-old Hadrian’s Gate to Kaleiçi, you’ll discover plenty of shopping potential in the ancient stone streets. In addition to feeling the old-world ambience, there are also plenty of small tourist attractions for those who want to sightsee, including the main square (Kale Kapisi) that has a fortress gate and stone-clad clock tower, the 18th-century Tekeli Mehmet Pasa Mosque that has stunning interior tile work, and the graceful Kesik Minare (the truncated Antalya Marina minaret). Located 30 km away from Antalya International Airport and only 10 km Not far from the marina, you may visit the old city with its array of from Antalya City Centre, Antalya Marina is a commercial harbor that restaurants and cafes. As you stroll through the area’s narrow alleyways offers a safe and peaceful place. While enjoying a cup of steaming tea and small streets looking at the shops you’ll experience the Turkish Side or coffee, you can look out at the scenery of splendid yachts and fishing Mediterranean atmosphere. boats side by side with the ocean in the background. Side, which is just 4 km away along the Antalya-Alanya highway, is a resort town. Built by Greek settlers from Cyme in Aeolis around the 7th century BC, and once occupied by Alexander the Great in 333 BC, Side has numerous tourist attractions, such as a Greek Amphitheatre, Side Museum, a monumental fountain (Nymphaeum), Aspendos Bridge, and an aqueduct. You can also spot Greek, Roman, and Byzantine ruins and pillars all over the town.

Olympos and the Chimaera Located in Lycia, the ancient Greek Manavgat Waterfall ruins of Olympos are 84 kilometers southwest of Antalya. Olympos is popular Manavgat Waterfall is located in the city of the same Konyaalti and Lara Beaches with young backpackers and has a name, which is about 80 km away from Antalya. Manavgat reputation for being lively at night. From Waterfall comes from the Manavgat River and is just 3 There are two popular beaches in Antalya. South of Antalya's center, Olympos, an hour walk inland takes you km north of the city and a short distance away from the you can find Lara beach which is known for its soft white sand and good to the mysterious Chimaera, a naturally city Side. Although the waterfall is only a few meters high, family-friendly facilities, backed by cafés and restaurants. occurring eternal flame that flickers out the river is wide with a strong flow that forms an amazing Located about 7 km from the city, Konyaalti Beach offers a mix of of the rocky cliff above. Both are famed waterfall. This waterfall can also be visited at night because pebble and sand and is where sun worshipers can swim and enjoy water attractions and well worth a visit.

Photography : iStock : iStock Photography the area is specifically lit for visitors. sports against the dramatic backdrop of the Beydağlari Mountains.

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Montgomerie Maxx Royal Golf Club GOLF HAVEN AT BALEK Antalya is not just a paradise for regular tourists, it’s also a haven for golf travelers. There are several courses located in the Belek region of the Turkish Mediterranean coast, which is known for its natural beauty and fabulous climate but the Montgomerie Maxx Royal is the undoubtable standout.

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