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ime has been running very fast over the past few months. With the Advisor Indonesian golf calendar so densely packed with various national and Jimmy Masrin T international golf events, it’s been an exciting few months for golf fans. George Djuhari A variety of performances by local and international players have kept Publisher spectators entertained. Three golf courses, in Jakarta and Bogor, have hosted international tournaments. Liza Sutrisno Kicking off with the BNI Indonesian Masters presented by Zurich at the Royale Jakarta Editor in the first week of October, the BRI-JCB Indonesia Open at Pondok Indah Golf Club Yulius Martinus followed in the middle of November, and the ADT event, Combiphar Golf Invitational, finished at Gunung Geulis Country Club just a week after the Open. Developmental Editor In between these international tournaments, the final series of the BNI IGT was held, Amelia Moriarty ending the national golf circuit for the 2016 season and determining the 30 best golfers who will compete in the Grand Final in the middle of December. Adding to the already Art Director busy schedule, some of our Indonesian players flew out to Malayasia to compete in the Subekti Febriansyah PGM-IGT Invitational Championship, a friendly head-to-head between the Indonesian and Graphic Designer Malaysian teams. We’re filling you in on all of the details from these events in this edition. Vickirio Firsta F. Amongst the many positive experiences of the international events, an important insight we’ve gained is into the improvement of the Indonesian players. We are optimistic Marketing & Sales Director that they are developing and growing their games. We’re also pleased to see that Merry Kwan Indonesia is gradually becoming more renowned on the world golf stage and hope that [email protected] this will encourage more tourists to visit our beautiful country. Well, there are no more words to say, just read our edition and please have a happy Christmas and New Year. We wish many good things come to you next year!
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8 HENRIK'S BEST YEAR YET It's been quite a year for Henrik Stenson and he finished it off by claiming the 2016 Race to Dubai title. Henrik placed T9 at the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai, the culmination of the Race to Dubai series, but it was still enough for the 40-year-old to top the Tour's money list for the second time.
10 THE YOUNGEST WINNER AT THE FINAL SERIES Matthew Fitzpatrick achieved a career milestone at the DP World Tour Championship. At Jumeirah Golf Estates, the 22-year-old golfer won his third title and took home the first prize of more than U$1.2 million, two years after gaining his European Tour card. 12 A NEW HIGH FOR INDONESIA Indonesian players set a new record in the sixth edition of the BNI Indonesian Masters presented by Zurich. Four of the home players made the cut, in contrast to previous years when just one player has managed to do so. 16 DOUBLE JOY FOR GAGANJEET Gaganjeet retained the Bank BRI- JCB Indonesia Open title. He beat off strong competition from four players, including fellow Indian Jeev Milkha Singh who piled on pressure in the last two rounds, to win by three strokes 24 REFLECTION OF NEIGHBORING THE GAME COMPETITION Malaysia won double titles at the 30 CONTROL WEDGE PLAY WITH inaugural Professional Golf of Malaysia A SIMPLE SYSTEM - Indonesian Golf Tour Invitational Reducing your handicap can come Championship on November 4th at down to a simple question. How good Kota Seriemas Golf and Country Club are you between 30 and 80 meters from
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DEC 2016 - JAN 2017 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 5 44 THE 7th SERIES OF INDONESIAN GOLF TOUR BACK TO BACK TITLES The 2016 national golf circuit has ended. The last series of the IGT culminated with a convincing record by Danny Masrin.
48 THE 14TH CREDIT SUISSE AMATEUR MATCH PLAY CHAMPIONSHIP 2016 A CHALLENGE TO ATTRACT MORE PARTICIPANTS For 14 years, the organizers of Indonesia’s only match play championship tournament have faced a recurring problem, attracting enough players to their tournament. They view this as a challenge to work to overcome.
BOGOR 64 THE RETREAT CITY Bogor is a quick weekend getaway destination for Jakartans. The city is famous for its cool and breezy weather, and offers a tremendous selection of both relaxing and thrilling activities.
PHILIPPINE 70 PEARL OF THE ORIENT Manila is the second most populous city in the Philippines and is also the nation's capital. Compared to Kuala Lumpur, Singapore or Bangkok, Manila is a less popular tourist destination. However, this certainly doesn’t mean Manila
62 MASTERS & LEGENDS 72 Manila Southwoods Golf & Country HOW TO HANDLE A FOOD Club is known as one of the first CRAVING championship courses and one A food craving, also known as of the tougher courses in the selective hunger, is the desire to eat a Philippines. The course, which was certain type of food and is perhaps a designed by Jack Nicklaus, signal the body sends when it lacks a consists of two 18-hole courses: the
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THE 2016 RACE TO DUBAI HENRIK’S BEST YEAR YET It's been quite a year for Henrik Stenson and he finished it off by claiming the 2016 Race to Dubai title. Henrik placed T9 at the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai, the culmination of the Race to Dubai series, but it was still enough for the 40-year-old to top the Tour's money list for the second time. With his victory in the Race to Dubai, he went home with an additional $1.25 million bonus from the $5 million bonus pool awarded to the Top Ten at the season's end.
“I'm very pleased to get my name on this opening round at the US Open, Stenson finally trophy once again," said Henrik, as quoted by found his rhythm when he won June's BMW Sky Sports. "It's been a great year, the best year International Open in Munich and then the of my career. British Open in July. “I'm very pleased because I've now got At the final major of the season, the PGA two DP World Tour Championship titles Championship, he shared 7th place before (from 2013 and 2014) and two Race to Dubai heading to Rio and finishing as runner-up titles. I have a set in my home in Sweden and to Justin Rose in the 2016 Olympics. Before a set in my home in America, so I can spread entering the Race to Dubai series, he finished it out and make it look good in both places,” T2 at the WGC-HSBC Champions event in remarked Henrik, as quoted by CNN. China. That result put him firmly at the top of Henrik admitted that he never thought the standings ahead of the series. Deciding not he would repeat his success of 2013. However, to play in the opener in Turkey, Henrik further winning the Open and silver medal at the strengthened his position in the standings with Olympics boosted his confidence. an eighth place finish at the Nedbank Golf "I've always thought it was going to be Challenge, the second series of Race to Dubai. hard to top 2013, but I think I've done that "Luckily for me, I didn't really win it this this year. Maybe not to the level of golf over week here in Dubai or last week in South six months, but certainly with the highlights Africa; it was the second-place finish at the of winning The Open, the Olympics, and HSBC that put me top of the Race to Dubai, managing to win The Race to Dubai again,” and I managed to hold the other guys off Henrik added. coming here to the end," he said. After tying for the 24th spot at the Masters, and then withdrawing during his
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THE 2016 RACE TO DUBAI - DP WORLD TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP
THE YOUNGEST WINNER AT THE FINAL SERIES
atthew Fitzpatrick achieved a career becoming the youngest winner of the Final The success has encouraged Matthew to milestone at the DP World Tour Series. look at the PGA Tour as an arena for his next MChampionship. At Jumeirah Golf "It was lovely," said Matt, as quoted by adventure. Nevertheless, he’s not in any rush to Estates, the 22-year-old golfer won his third Golf Channel. "Four-footers aren't normally push himself. title and took home the first prize of more what you want for the win, but to finish it off "I'd love to play on the PGA Tour than U$1.2 million, two years after gaining his like that makes it a lot sweeter." eventually," said Matthew, who made his Ryder European Tour card. In the past years’ Final Series events Cup début at Hazeltine last September. "I don't Matthew headed to the final hole one Matthew finished at T-16 and T-20. However, want to rush it. Winning this gives me a five- stroke behind Tyrell Hatton, who had taken this year his work on the greens made all the year exemption and that gives three at least to the lead after he holed a bunker shot on the difference and the results proved it. really push for my PGA Tour card. 17th. However, Tyrell finished with a bogey "This week I just did everything fantastic, At the very least, Matthew has certainly on the final hole and fell back to 16-under, and putted out of my boots," Matthew said. "I answered the doubts and criticisms against opening up a chance for Matthew who think it's probably one of the best I've putted him when he left the US college system after followed in the group behind. all year. I think I missed one putt today that just one term in 2013, choosing to pursue his Matthew sank a 4-foot (1.2 meter) birdie was really hole-able, and if you have weeks like dream of a career in golf.
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THE 2016 RACE TO DUBAI BIRDIES FOR GOOD
hile holding the DP World Tour to US$50 and US$100 respectively being promoting health and well-being through Championship, the European contributed by both sponsors – DP World and sport.” WTour and sponsors showed their Jumeirah Golf Estates. With 974 birdies and 27 The Head of Corporate Social support for Shanab, a men’s health initiative eagles made at the season-ending tournament Responsibility and Sustainability for by Friends of Cancer Patients. Through the the total raised amounted to US$51,400. the European Tour, Fredrik Lindgren, Birdies for Good campaign, in collaboration Kathryn Wightman-Beaven, Director commented, “Birdies for Good at DP World with DP World and Jumeirah Golf Estates, the of Global Sustainability for DP World, said, Tour Championship showed that when we all European Tour raised $51,400 to help increase “While the champion golfers battled it out at come together – players, sponsors, media and awareness about the importance of screening the DP World Tour Championship, there were charities – everyone is a winner.” for testicular and prostate cancer. This year is different kinds of birdies all in a good cause their third year of partnership with Friends – the ‘Birdies for Good’ campaign for male of Cancer Patients and the European Tour to cancers.” support the Shanab campaign. Julian Small, Managing Director of The donation was collected for every Club Operations at Jumeirah Golf Estates birdie and eagle made by the professionals said, “As host venue of the DP World Tour over the four-day competition and amounted Championship, we are fully committed to
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BNI INDONESIAN MASTERS PRESENTED BY ZURICH THAI INVASION As Poom Saksansin of t this year’s BNI Indonesian Masters A presented by Zurich, Thai players Thailand won his first dominated the leaderboard. Sixteen Asian Tour title at the Thai golfers made the cut and three of them occupied the Top 3 spots; winning the title BNI Indonesian Masters was Poom Saksansin, Phachara Khongwatmai presented by Zurich, the in second place, and Suradit Yongcharoenchai in third. Thongchai Jaidee also joined them in US$750,000 Asian Tour the Top 10. event became a stage Poom may be something of a young gun showcasing the strength at 23 years old but Pachara and Suradit are just 17 and 18 years old. Thailand has several of Thailand’s golfers. other young potentials: Danthai Boonma (20), Pannupol Pittayarat (23), and Gunn Charoenkul (24), who also played at the 2016 Indonesia Masters. Along with Poom, some of these young players have also taken home titles in international tournaments on the Asian Tour and Asian Development Tour. Thailand appears to have its successors to their more senior players, Thaworn Wiratchant and Thongchai Jaidee. Thongchai, who is a three-time Asian Tour No.1, placed T8 in the BNI Inodnesian Masters presented by Zurich. The 47-year-old expressed his pleasure at seeing his country’s regeneration process run 2 smoothly, “We have a very good generation of golfers coming from Thailand and Asia. I’m so happy to see so many good players coming from my country. I know the Thai boys are playing well at the moment so good for them.” He added, “Yes, I’m very proud because they all look up to me. Now I see so many young golfers coming and even more players will break through the ranks soon. In the future, you will see more Thai players on the Asian Tour.” The efforts of the Indonesian Masters organizers to encourage Asian players to develop their performance level is garnering 3 good results, including for the host nation players. This year, four Indonesian players sucessfully made the cut; the highest number in the history of the Indonesian Masters since 1 Thai's celebrate it began in 2011. 2 Danny Masrin 3 Thongchai &Phachara Khongwatmai
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1 He started playing golf when he was 4 He turned professional at a young age 10 years old. because he did not want to ask money 2 He likes golf because the situation from his parents. WHAT HE SAID can change very fast. “One shot can 5 In the big events, he only uses his determine if you play a good or bad uncle as his caddie for the week. His round,” said Poom. uncle keeps him calm under pressure. “It feels great to be a champion. Honestly, 3 Poom would be a dentist if he was “If I don’t use him, I won’t even make a I was only hoping to make enough money profit,” explained Poom. to keep my Asian Tour card. This victory not a professional golfer. exceeded my expectations.”
“I was nervous at the start of the round. But before I went out, I read a message on Facebook which said ‘If the result is not good, tomorrow it will be a small story and if this year is not good it will just be a tale.’ So that eased the pressure a bit and I’m glad did enough to win.”
“My family will be very happy that I won, it also proves that I can play among the best players. My win today proves that if you be yourself and plays your own game, you can be successful.” Photography : Asian Tour | YM
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A NEW HIGH FOR INDONESIA
Indonesian players set a new record in the round. In the first round, my swing was very Meanwhile, Nasin Surachman, who also sixth edition of the BNI Indonesian Masters bad, so I made the change. Otherwise, it is managed to make the cut to play for his first presented by Zurich. Four of the home players difficult to make under score just like today. time in the Indonesian Masters, finished in the made the cut, in contrast to previous years I was also helped with my short game," said lowest position, ranking 67th after the final when just one player has managed to do so. Rory. round. Nasin admitted that he wasn’t fully Rory Hie, Danny Masrin, Kurnia Danny Masrin also made an impressive prepared for the event. “It was a lesson to me Herisiandy, and Nasin Surachman made effort in the final round. The 24-year-old shot that when you are playing in the Indonesian the home spectators proud and gave them the lowest round (68) of the Indonesians in Masters, you physically and mentally must be something to cheer for. The four Indonesian the four-day event. He finished T52 with a ready," said the 40-year-old. players making the cut this year is the highest total score of 1-under. The expectations of After previously missing the cut four number in the history of the Indonesian the Indonesian supporters seemed to be a times, North Sumatran player Kurnia finally Masters. Since 2011, only one home player - big burden for the players to bear, including made his debut in the third and fourth rounds George Gandranata in 2014 - has successfully Danny. "I tried to play without thinking of of the tournament this year, finishing T56. continued through until the final round. it. After I made the cut, I tried to play more This year, Rory had the best ranking aggressive. On the third round, my game was among the Indonesian players, finishing T46 a little bit uncontrolled, but I fixed it today," with a total score of 3-under. "Actually, it could Danny remarked. 5 Danny Masrin 7 Kurnia Herisiandy be better. I changed swing on the second 6 Rory Hie 8 Nasin S.
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BANK BRI-JCB INDONESIA OPEN DOUBLE JOY FOR GAGANJEET GAGANJEET RETAINED ad weather and lightning were not the only spectacles at the four-day THE INDONESIA OPEN Bank BRI-JCB Indonesia Open. TITLE. HE BEAT OFF Gaganjeet Bhullar became the protagonist in STRONG COMPETITION the US$300,000 Asian Tour event, winning the title for the second time in his career. FROM FOUR PLAYERS, Gaganjeet’s story was made tougher when INCLUDING FELLOW Sunday’s play had to be abandoned due to bad INDIAN JEEV MILKHA weather, forcing him to wait to complete the remaining three holes on Monday. Entering SINGH WHO PILED ON Sunday’s round, Gaganjeet was trailing to PRESSURE IN THE LAST the overnight leader, Jeev Milkha Singh, by TWO ROUNDS, TO WIN BY a single shot. Gaganjeet took control of the tournament during play on Sunday, moving THREE STROKES. two strokes up on Jeev, before the game had to be stopped due to the bad weather. A two-stroke advantage with just three holes remaining created a tense overnight wait for the 28-year-old. “It was not easy at all. It is never easy in a Monday finish but especially when you only have a two-shot lead. I slept at 7pm last night and woke up at 2am because there was so much adrenaline rush. I just couldn’t focus on anything,” Gaganjeet remarked on the Monday. “I was not focused on sleeping. I just could not divert my mind anywhere else apart from the last few holes. At the end of the day I’m proud of myself and I’m glad I pulled it off.” He went on to admit that the weather suspensions made it more of a challenge for the players. “The week was difficult, it was not easy at all. It was a test of patience but my past experience of winning here before helped. I’ve won before in stop and go weeks. The experience really counted this week,” he said. Despite the delay, come Monday L to R: Koichiro Wada (Director of JCB International Indonesia), Rini Soemarno (Minister afternoon, Gaganjeet had achieved his mission of State-Owned Business), Gaganjeet Bhullar at Pondok Indah Golf Club. Taking home the (The Winner of Bank BRI-JCB Indonesia Open), Indonesia Open title, he’s now the fifth player Asmawi Syam (CEO of Bank BRI) after Thaworn Wiratchant of Thailand, Frank Nobilo of New Zealand, Frankie Minoza of the Philippines and Lu Hsi-chuen of Chinese Taipei to have won the event twice.
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JOHANNES VEERMAN ONE STEP CLOSER TO RETAINING TOUR CARD
A share of second place at the Bank BRI-JCB “I played some great golf and I was really rankings. That was definitely on my mind. I Indonesia Open has secured the position of excited for the weekend. My mother and my think I have locked up my card for now which Asian Tour rookie Johannes Veerman on the family would have come out to support me is great,” stated Johannes. latest Order of Merit. The 24-year-old Texan, but my grandmother unfortunately passed “It was also a week where patience who returned to complete his remaining three away. It has been an emotional rollercoaster just paid off. We had rain delays and with holes on Monday morning, placed 54th on for me,” said the Johannes, whose mother is everything else that was happening, I am just the Order of Merit. It means that he is inside Indonesian. glad it is all over now. I am glad I took care of the current top-65 cut-off mark to retain his Despite not having his family coming out business but now I need to spend time with playing rights on the Asian Tour for the next to support him over the weekend, Veerman my family,” added the leader of the Asian season. managed to pull through and cap his best Development Tour (ADT) Order of Merit. Johannes claimed his best finish on the result on the Asian Tour since coming through region’s premier Tour and dedicated his good Qualifying School in January. result to his late grandmother who passed “It was a very important week for me away due to illness when he was playing at the because of my position on the Merit rankings.
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Five Indonesian players made the cut at the result of 9-under par. For me, this is very good from 70th. Speaking after the event, Adrian, BANK BRI-JCB Indonesia Open. Danny result.” who turned pro at the end of September, said, Masrin, Almay Rayhan Yaquta (amateur), Amateur player Almay followed Danny "I learned a lot here. We should not easily George Gandranata, Jordan Surya Irawan, and with the second lowest score of the Indonesian give up. If you are an amateur player, there Adrian Halimi, all made the 1-under par cut. players at the Indonesia Open. Shooting a are two options, win or lose. If you are pro, For Danny and Adrian, it was their debut at the total of 5-under, the 18-year-old came in tied every stroke counts, it will determine the final US$300,000 Indonesia Open as professionals. at 27th position - the best achievement of an position." Danny continued his successful start to Indonesian amateur golfer in the Indonesia his Asian Tour journey, shooting 9-under par, Open since 2005. A Danny Masrin the lowest score of the Indonesian players. “I was fortunate to have a chance like B Jordan Irawan The 24-year-old finished at T14 and with this. Not all players can play in international an exceptional experience to add to his belt. events. I also can learn here. Knowing how C Adrian Halimi Danny, who peaked at T6 on leaderboard our capabilities [are] in the Asian Tour. Our D Almay Rayhan Yaquta during the tournament, was satisfied with his experience and game turns are a long way from E George Gandranata final score in the four-day event at Pondok them," said Almay. Indah Golf Club. Meanwhile, George Gandranata wrapped “Being on the leaderboard is a great up another good tournament with a T52 experience. This gives confidence for me to finish. Jordan closed at T65 and was joined by compete in the next tournament," he said. Adrian, who had to play a remaining hole on "My game is good. I have no problem with the Monday but was able to move his position up
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Patience and a level head were the key to John Catlin becoming champion of the Combiphar Golf Invitational. He made Gunung Geulis, a notorious mountain course, look easy.
merican John Catlin is worthy of with the layout of Gunung Geulis. His final total A being dubbed ‘King of the Mountain’ of 16-under was proof of John’s ingenuity in after he managed to win his maiden reading the mountain course. Only four players, Asian Development Tour (ADT) event, the including John, posted scores in the red at the Combiphar Golf Invitational. The 26-year-old four-day event. claimed a three-shot triumph with a total of “I actually had played decent mountain golf 16-under (268) at the Gunung Geulis Country back when I was a kid. My parents had a house Club, Bogor. in Idaho in the States and we used to play a few “This win means so much to me. I have mountain courses out there, so no problem for been through a lot in my life both personally me. I used to play with the sloppy green and and as a professional over the last three years uneven lies, and fairways, and so, yeah, I’m more so it means a lot to finally win,” said John, who used to it,” explained John. turned professional in 2013 and is playing for The closest competitor, Antonio Lascuna his second year in Asia. from the Philippines, played in the final group From the start of the competition John’s with John and shared the lead at 15-under after game continuously improved. After scoring the 15th hole. Unfortunately, over the next two three birdies against two bogeys in the first holes, Antonio stumbled with two back-to-back round, the Bangkok-based player shot the bogeys, while John holed a birdie on the 16th second lowest score in the second round, for a three-stroke lead that lasted until the end. scoring seven birdies and one eagle against two “It’s amazing to be back at the winning bogeys. The result put him in second place, one circle. I want to win the Tour two or three times. stroke behind the leader. It’s nice to finally get the win; you got to win Over the last two rounds John maintained one before you can win for multiple. This win his game. While Mitchell Slorach, who had will get me into the final stage of the Q-School, climbed to the top of the leaderboard after trying to earning my (Asian Tour) card, play scoring 63 in the second round, became stuck, well, play more after next year,” added John. John moved to top position with a two-stroke Twelve Indonesian players made the cut at lead. Approaching the close, he sank four birdies the event, including three amateurs: Naraajie to seal his victory and claim the winner’s prize Emerald Ramadhan Putra, who claimed purse of US$10,500. the Lowest Amateur title, Rifqi Alam, and 1 Naraajie Emerald Ramadhan “I just kept it the same as the last three days. Almay Rayhan Yaquta. Out of the Indonesian Putra, The Lowest Amateur I just stayed patient out there. I am glad it paid professionals, Danny Masrin and Naraajie 2 John Catlin & Michael off,” John commented. managed to record the best scores, both posting Wanandi (L to R) Whilst some players faced frustraion on a total score of 5-under and finishing T15. the course, John faced no difficulty in dealing
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COMBIPHAR GOLF INVITATIONAL PRO-AM CHARITY FOUR FOUNDATIONS 4 RECEIVE RP750 MILLION
In addition to organizing the Combiphar Sabang Merauke, Pink Shimmer, and Jaka coverage of the four foundations. Some Golf Invitational - a US$60,000 Asian Perkasa Citra Cemerlang.” donors also specifically donated funds for Development Tour event - Combiphar Circa HandMade, a small business unit the foundation which they choose,” added also held the Combiphar Golf Invitational in Bandung, focuses on empowerment and Michael. Pro-Am Charity match. Through this education of craftwomen in the community; Combiphar Golf Invitational is part of a Pro-Am Charity tournament, partners of Sabang Merauke is a student exchange bigger agenda of Combiphar in celebration Combiphar and professional golfers engaged program that focuses on the promotion of their 45th anniversary. Through the in fundraising for the "Combiphar & Friends of education, tolerance, and the spirit theme "45 Years of Celebrating Health”, Charity". The fund successfully collected of nationalism; the organization Pink Combiphar has organized various initiatives, Rp750 million has been allocated to the four Shimmer is dedicated to helping breast activities and healthy living campaigns in foundations the charity supports. cancer patients; and Jaka Perkasa Citra the form of community engagement (Combi Michael Wanandi, CEO of Combiphar, Cemerlang is a foundation that focuses on Runs), corporate events (Combiphar said, “Combiphar & Friends Charity raised a water infrastructure projects in remote areas Golf Invitational), and a digital campaign donation of 750 million Rupiah. We are very throughout Indonesia. (Healthy Inspiring Stories). honored and grateful for the full support CitraHandMade, Sabang Merauke, of the sponsors and partners of Combiphar and Pink Shimmer received donations which were involved in Combiphar Golf of Rp100 million each, while Jaka Citra Invitational Pro-Am. All funds will be Perkasa Fantastic received Rp450 million. 3 Best Net Team 1 Winner allocated to the four foundations that we "This donation amount is adjusted to the 4 Michael Wanandi (center) &
Photography : Fadil focus on this year, namely Circa HandMade, social field or project that became the representatives from the four foundations which received donations
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Malaysia won double titles at en Leong, who finished on 10-under B 206, won by a shot over compatriot the inaugural Professional Golf Danny Chia and Danny Masrin of of Malaysia (PGM)-Indonesian Indonesia, to claim the individual title. In the Golf Tour (IGT) Invitational team category it was an overwhelming victory for Malaysia who finished 26-under versus Championship on November Indonesia’s team score of 66-over. 4th at Kota Seriemas Golf and In the individual category, Indonesia had 1 Danny Masrin the opportunity to steal the title. Danny Masrin, Country Club in Nilai, Negeri who started the final round just two strokes Sembilan, Malaysia. 2 Ben Leong (center) behind leader Ben, trailed by a single stroke
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and 17th. However, Danny, who was playing more established competetive environment. with Ben and Danny Chia, failed to make the Danny Masrin, Joshua Andrew Wirawan, Jordan necessary birdie on the final hole. “My ball was S. Wirawan, Adrian Halimi, Ditya Novanto have not in good position so it is not easy to make all developed and are showing potential as a birdie,” said Danny. result of the improved competitive routine over The results of the PGM-IGT Invitational the last three years. Championship were proof that the quality of The three-day PGM-IGT Invitational the Indonesian professionals is not yet a match Championship took on a mixed format of 1 for the Malaysian players. Indonesia were only play comprising two categories. The first was able to put seven golfers in the Top 20 versus an individual stroke play event held over the Malaysia’s 13, with George Gandranata and three rounds, while the second category was a Danny being the only players to make the Top 5. team event. The RM250,000 (approximately The tournament showed Indonesia that US$56,000) tournament featured a 50-man neighboring Malaysian players have a more field of 25 Malaysian and 25 Indonesian advanced golf game. Their skills have been professionals. The top-three players earned honed through local competition, namely the RM30,500, RM20,000 and RM11,500, PGM, which has been increasing tournaments while the winning team claimed RM50,000. consistently for a number of years. However, Indonesia will host the next PGM IGT Indonesia still has hope in the presence of its Invitational Championship in 2017 and will be young golfers. Though the overall amount of hoping to put up a stronger fight. competition is still limited, a select number of Indonesian players have demonstrated that they can compete with their neighbors who have a 2
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A LEARNING CURVE 1
The Indonesian team has "The tournament is a barometer of the Benita explained that each team had a set no reason to be sorry about ability of the Indonesian players score as their target for the match. "We have compared to Malaysian,” said the 24-year-old. to make a score not more than 2-over," said their defeat at the PGM-IGT Adrian Halimi felt similarly to Ian about Benita. "We have to upgrade every individual Invitational Championship. the experience. As a rookie player, Adrian in the Indonesian team. Because if a team has It was a positive learning admitted that he took many positive things from the difference in score that much, it's not good. the tournament at the City Seriemas Golf and So, the hard work of players who have made experience for all the players Country Club. under-par score in one team will be wasted in who were involved. The results of the three-day tournament vain because they have to cover over-par scores. did not surprise Ian. Indonesia, according to Therefore, the quality of the game of each player Ian, was not accustomed to the team category must be upgraded," added Benita, who has had lthough the Indonesian players may yet. "Team Indonesia played their best, but our previous experience playing in the team format have suffered defeat in the first PGM- players were not a match [for the] Malaysian at the SEA Games. A IGT Invitational Championship, the players. The tournament system was also less Physical factors and readiness to compete chance to compete in the RM250,000 three-day favorable for us," added Ian. are the issues that need to be addressed for event was an overall positive experience. It Benita Yuniarto agrees with Ian’s opinion. Indonesian players. It's homework that must be was a rare and special opportunity to compete "Actually, we've been playing well, but Malaysia completed prior to welcoming the Malaysian directly with players from neighboring Malaysia. played better and the qualities of their game are players for the 2017 PGM-IGT Invitational Ian Andrew, the captain of the Indonesian not much different. It becomes a memorable Championship. team, believes that the PGM-IGT Invitational experience for me because it was the first time Championship was a positive experience for for us to experience the tournament in a team 1 Benita Yuniarto Photography : Arep Kulal | YM himself and the Indonesian team. format," explained Benita.
26 DEC 2016 - JAN 2017 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE INSIGHT | News ZURICH INSURANCE SUPPORT INDONESIAN TEAM
After supporting he support of the Indonesian “We are interested in any opportunity to team is part of the Swiss-based grow golf and the players in Indonesia. Zurich the Indonesian T company’s commitment to the see the importance of developing the élite local Masters last importance of developing élite local golf talent golf talent,” added Peter. for the benefit of the sport. As part of their initiative to develop local October, Zurich Peter Huber, President Director & Chief talent, Zurich Indonesia appointed Danny Insurance is Executive Officer for Zurich Topas Life Masrin and George Gandranata as their golf Indonesia, spoke before the first PGM-IGT ambassadors last September. “They will be a now supporting tournament and said they were looking symbol of our aspiration, they can be examples the Indonesian forward to the challenge and were confident to our employees, and they can help us as a that both sides would do their best. group to understand what it takes to become Team in the PGM- “We are confident that the teams will and remain the best in golf,” stated Peter. IGT Invitational put on their best performances and fly their The dynamic duo of Zurich ambassadors Championship. flags high. It should be a good challenge gave their best performance and both finished between the two teams and we believe that in the Top 5 at the first PGM-IGT Invitational this inaugural tournament will foster greater Championship held in Malaysia. ties between the two neighboring countries,” said Peter.
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JIMMY MASRIN CHAIRMAN OF THE INDONESIAN GOLF TOUR THE MAN BEHIND THE GAME
What is the idea behind the PGM- What is your opinion on the "If we see Malaysia, IGT Championship ? development of golf in Malaysia their golf is more I met Tun Ahmad Sarji, Chairman of the compared to Indonesia? PGM Tour. We have strongly supported the If we see Malaysia, their golf is more developed developed than development of golf in our respective countries. than ours, especially in the last five years under ours, especially in From that meeting, there was talk of what if the leadership of Tun Ahmad Sarji. So, this is the Indonesian team could compete with the a lesson for us, how the quality of Indonesian the last five years Malaysian team. Then, the idea emerged. From players compares to Malaysia as a team. We under the leadership there, the conversation led to the application seem to need time to be able to pursue or at least to hold a tournament. The tournament was match. We also need to learn how we can work of Tun Ahmad Sarji. realized six months after this conversation. together as a team, and compete together abroad. So, this is a lesson What have you learned from Will this tournament take place for us, how the this competition ? every year? quality of Indonesian This tournament provides an opportunity for We have committed to hold the PGM-IGT players compares to Indonesian players to compete with Malaysian Championship for two years. In 2016 we held players. However, we realize that the stroke play it in Malaysia, and in 2017 it will be held in Malaysia as a team." format is not as exciting as match play like the Indonesia. Ryder Cup. We are considering the possibility of next year's tournament using the match play
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Aditi Ashok INDIA’S FIRST INTERNATIONAL FEMALE GOLFER
Phil Mickelson LEFTY’S HERNIA SURGERY SUCCEEDED World No. 17 Phil Mickelson successfully underwent surgery to repair a sports hernia in mid-October. An anonymous source, as quoted by Golf.com, stated "the surgery went Aditi Ashok has become India’s first female The Women's Indian Open is a new well." A sports hernia is a soft tissue injury in golfer to claim back to back titles. After peak in Aditi’s performance after she the groin or lower abdomen that often results clinched her first win at the Ladies European previously recorded four consecutive top-10 from sudden or repetitive twisting at high Tour (LET) Women’s Indian Open a week finishes on the LET. Aditi is now in prime speed. before, she also won the Qatar Ladies Open. position to claim the LET Rookie of the There’s been no official information from Finishing 15-under par, three strokes clear Year title. The title could provide a boost Phil's spokesperson, T.R. Reinman, about of Caroline Hedwall and Lydia Hall, the to her confidence as she heads to LPGA Phil’s hernia. However, whilst speaking to Golf 18-year-old became the first Indian to win Qualifying School. Last year, Aditi tried Digest's Tim Rosaforte, Phil did mention the back to back titles. and failed to get her LPGA Tour card. “It's hernia. “It was a walnut-sized hernia behind “It’s been a great few weeks. I won my a big opportunity for me and I got through my belly button," Phil told Rosaforte. "It home event in the Indian Open, which was the first two stages but the Final Stage has was no big deal, nor did it affect me when I my first win. To win back to back events a lot of good players. I know I have to play played. I pushed it back in every minute or so. feels really good,” said Aditi, the LET’s consistently well on all days but going there I couldn't work out as intensely as I wanted to, leading rookie professional, as quoted by with a win under my belt will give me some that's all. It didn't hurt or affect me. It was just indiatimes.com. confidence. I want to play well so that I can annoying.” Aditi previously appeared at the 2016 play on the LPGA next year alongside the Phil has been recovering after the surgery, Olympics, where she finished 41st. She was world's best players,” said Aditi, as quoted by but there is no information about how long India's first female representative in golf as the Indian Times. the 46-year-old will be out. The recovery time it made its return to the Games, and was the following sports hernia surgery is usually
Photography : Callaway | Dnaindia.Com Nationalclubgolfe.Com Getty Images youngest player in the field. around four to six weeks.
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DJ GRABS THREE AWARDS
EUROPEAN TOUR CREATES $49 MILLION SERIES
For the 2017 season, the European Tour has made one of the most significant advancements of the Tour’s 44 years. In an effort to enhance both the competitive and entertainment experience for members and fans around the world, the European Tour is launching the Rolex Series. The Rolex Series will feature a minimum of seven tournaments in seven iconic golfing locations around the world. Each event will offer a minimum prize fund of US$7 million, with the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai as the final event featuring a prize fund of Dustin Johnson has had a memorable the Top 10 six times out of eight appearances US$8 million. season. Dustin, often known as DJ, was on the PGA Tour, including two titles: the The 2017 Rolex Series will begin in May named as the 2016 PGA Tour Player of the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational and the with the BMW PGA Championship in England Year. The award is voted for by the Tour’s BMW Championship. and will be followed by two tournaments in membership of the 2015-16 season. In DJ admitted that his achievements are July: the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open hosted by addition to winning the Jack Nicklaus Award the result of working harder than he has the Rory Foundation at Portstewart; and the as player of the year, DJ also claimed two ever done before. "There's still room to work Aberdeen Asset Management Scottish Open at others awards, the Arnold Palmer Award harder, but I'm at a level that works best for Dundonald. for leading the money list, and the Byron me so I don't get too burned out," said DJ. The fourth tournament of the Rolex Nelson Award for having the lowest adjusted "I feel like I'm putting in enough quality Series will be the Italian Open in Rome in scoring average. work that works for my mentality so I'm not October. The final three Rolex Series events "I don't even know if I dreamed this overdoing it." will be in November, comprising the Turkish would be happening," said DJ. DJ has now won at least one PGA Tour Airlines Open at Regnum Carya Golf and Spa Dustin’s had a lot of ups and downs over event in nine consecutive seasons dating Resort; the Nedbank Golf Challenge at Sun the past two years, but the 2016 U.S. Open back to his rookie season in 2008, the longest City in South Africa; and the DP World Tour title was the beginning of his resurgence. active streak on Tour.
Photography : Championship, Dubai at Jumeirah Golf Estates. Since the win, the 32-year-old made it into
DEC 2016 - JAN 2017 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 31 Tiger Woods hits his second shot on the 18th hole from the out-of-bounds waste area as a gallery of fans look on during the final round of the Hero World Challenge
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DEC 2016 - JAN 2017 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 33 HEALTHINSIGHT | Profile
RORY MCILROY RETURN OF THE GOLDEN BOY
Rory McIlroy finished his ory McIlroy’s journey on the PGA 2016 PGA Tour season with Tour ended with two FedEx Cup titles. Not only that, he grabbed the a celebration. Two months US$10million bonus jackpot from Dustin before entering the FedEx Johnson after winning the final playoff, the What’s interesting about Rory’s Cup Series, Rory McIlroy Tour Championship, with a dramatic play-off date of birth? looked defeated: two missed victory. Golf’s golden boy, a nickname earned by Rory after winning back-to-back majors Rory was born on May 4th, 1989 in a place cuts in the last two majors. in 2014, is shining again. Comparing these called Holywood, County Down, Northern However, the situation recent wins to his best years (2012 and 2014), Ireland. The date has since become famous quickly changed when he the titles are much more than just a victory. “I thanks to Star Wars fans who celebrate May went through the period of needed stuff like that to happen,” said Rory, as 4th as George Lucas’s movies day. the FedEx Cup Playoffs. quoted by Fox News. “But I think after 2012 and 2014, it feels that little bit sweeter that I’ve Who introduced golf to Rory? been able to get it done. ”It seems the golden boy could have found the path to glory once And what were his earliest more. It was back in 2012 that he first showed achievements? his true ability, climbing to the top spot in the world rankings. The recent victories have His father taught him to play golf. Rory sparked hope that Rory can once again become was a fast learner. He started to play golf at two years old and was quickly able to hit a Photography : Getty Images one of the players to watch next season.
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40-yard drive. He made his first hole-in-one Some people say that the road a lot and someone that I could see at the age of nine. Not only that, his golf Rory’s ability was born in more often,” said Rory, as quoted by New talent also helped him become something his backyard. What do they York Times. “But I had a think about it, of a childhood TV golf celebrity. Rory, who mean? and Michael knows my swing better than was the Under-10 World Champion at that anyone and knows my swing better than time, appeared on the Gerry Kelly Show in In 2011 Rory built a state-of-the-art mini me, basically.” With Michael’s help, Rory has Ireland. In the show, he performed his party golf course extension at his County Down achieved 22 professional titles, including trick: chipping a golf ball into his mum’s home to improve his game. The course had three major titles. old washing machine. At 16, Rory shot 61 four greens and a replica of the Road Hole to break Royal Portrush’s course record. Bunker at St Andrews course, which is At 18, he won the Silver Medal as Leading known for having one of the most difficult Does Rory have any traditions Amateur in The Open Championship in pot bunkers in the world. “Since I got it he follows before a new 2007 and was No.1 in the World Amateur built, I have won my first major, so it has season? Golf Ranking for one week in 2007. In paid for itself already,” said Rory, who later the same year, he turned professional and won the U.S. Open in 2011, as quoted Each year on his flight from Dublin to Dubai, joined the European Tour. by the BBC. Rory sold the house for an Rory writes down what things he wants to estimated £2m in 2013. accomplish on the back of his boarding pass, he then memorizes these goals. He keeps the The years 2012 and 2014 were boarding pass in his wallet for the entire year. At the year-end, he reviews his progress. memorable for Rory, why’s Since Rory was a boy, he’s had that? the same coach. Who is it?
In 2012, Rory was appointed as UNICEF Michael Bannon is Rory’s longtime swing Ireland Ambassador for his charitable coach. They met while Michael was an work. Along with winning the PGA assistant pro at Holywood Golf Club near Championship, his second major, he also Rory’s boyhood home. Michael still works became the first Irishman to be ranked with Rory regularly, however, Rory did world No.1. In 2014, he claimed two consider changing coach once. “Honestly, majors: the Open Championship and yes, there was a part of me when I turned the PGA Championship. He was also the pro — I contemplated going elsewhere and leading money winner in both seasons. maybe having someone that was already on
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DEC 2016 - JAN 2017 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 37 THE RULES BALL ASSISTING OR INTERFERING
By: Eddy Putra BALL ASSISTING BALL INTERFERING If you notice that your own ball or a On the other side, except for when a ball ave you been in the position ball belonging to someone else may be of is in motion, if you think a ball might interfere where someone else’s ball was in assistance to another player, you may have it with your play, you may ask the player to the way when you were trying to lifted before the other player plays. You must mark and lift his/her ball. A ball lifted for Hputt? If you have, what did you do? not agree to leave a ball in position in order to this purpose cannot be cleaned, except if it assist another player. is on the green, and it must be replaced in its A situation like that is usually called A ball that is lifted because it is assisting original spot. “ball assisting or interfering”. There are two must not be cleaned, except when it is lifted A player can’t lift his/her own ball to rules that deal with this issue. The first is from the putting green. The position of a ball prevent interfering with another player’s ball Ball Assisting Play (Rule 22-1), and the must be marked before it is lifted. without a request by the other player who second is Ball Interfering with Play. The In stroke play, the player required to lift thinks your ball might interfere with his/her rules allow someone to lift his/her ball or his/her ball may play first rather than lift. shot. If a player lifts his/her ball without being ask for the other ball to be lifted depending If you breach the rule, you will incur a asked to do so, they incur a penalty of one on if it may assist or interfere with his/her two-stroke penalty (stroke play) or lose the stroke. or someone else’s ball. This rule applies hole (match play). However, if you have agreed In stroke play, the player required to lift anywhere on the course, not just on the not to lift a ball that might assist any player, his/her ball may play first rather than lift. putting green. and the committee determines it, you and the If you breach the rule, you will incur a other player are disqualified. two-stroke penalty (stroke play) or lose the hole (match play).
Note: When another ball is in motion, a ball that might influence the movement of the ball in motion must not be lifted.
Ball Assisting
Ball Interfering Illustration : Beks
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COBRA KING F7 & F7+ SMART DRIVER
Cobra Golf has released its new driver, the King F7 and King F7+. The two new drivers bring several interesting features and built-in smart technology.
ompared to the predecessor, the sole to improve launch and forgiveness. the Arccos-supported game-tracking system King F6, the King F7 and King F7+ Other than that exciting new feature, embedded in the grip, you can check your driver has five percent more face area both drivers also utilize Cobra's MyFly loft longest drive, dispersion, etc. If you want to to improve performance on off-center hits. adjustability. The feature works directly with do this, you’ll need to download the app to Both of the new drivers utilize a Textreme the company's SmartPad to keep the face connect your smart phone with the club via Crown, which can be easily seen on the crown square at address when adjusting the loft and Bluetooth. of the blue version but is less visible on the lie settings. The difference between the King F7 and black version. The crown, which is made of a However, the feature that will probably the King F7+ is a wider heel-to-toe and a lightweight carbon fiber material, weighs eight make golfers fall in love with these two drivers glossy crown finish on the former. The F7+ is grams less than a traditional titanium crown. is their built-in smart technology. The drivers for more suitable for players who benefit from By reducing the weight in the top of the head, come equipped with the technology to help a lower spinning head and lower ball flight. this has allowed mass to be placed low in the you track how well you hit it off the tee. Using Photography : Cloudfront.net | Golfpunkhq.com
DEC 2016 - JAN 2017 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 39 THE GAME CONTROL YOUR WEDGE PLAY WITH A SIMPLE SYSTEM
or most golfers, 30 to 80 meters is the Golfer 3: Gets an accurate distance and uses distance you will pitch a ball with a pre-determined swing and club to hit the one or all of your wedges. There are ball that distance. Fdifferent ways in which golfers attempt to hit By: Stephen Moriarty the ball these distances: Which golfer do you think has the greatest chance of hitting the ball the correct distance? Golfer 1: Uses the same club for all Normally, golfer 3 will be able to hit the ball Reducing your handicap distances and tries to gauge it by looking at closest to the hole. Not surprisingly, this is the can come down to a the hole and trying to hit it the distance he technique most often used by professionals. simple question. How good believes he is from the flag. are you between 30 and Golfer 2: Gets an accurate distance and then selects the same club for all his short game 80 meters from the green? shots and tries to hit it the given distance.
So what is a pre-determined swing? If you think of a clock face, this will help you imagine different swing lengths.
8-4 O’clock
8-4 O’clock
The Club is Pointing at 6 O’clock Illustration : Vickirio
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9-3 O’clock 9-3 O’clock
Normally, golfer 3 will be able to hit the ball closest to the hole. Not surprisingly, this is the technique most often used by professionals.
We have four different swing lengths 8-4 o’clock , 9-3 o’clock , and 10-2 o’clock . I haven’t included 7 o’clock because this shot is too short. Beyond 10 o’clock you have a full swing. These four swings will produce four different distances. On average, a golfer carries three wedges: SW, PW, Lob wedge or gap wedge. For a golfer with three wedges, with these four different swings we can now create 12 different distances.
The table below shows an example of a tour players’ swings based on the 10-2 O’clock clock system: 10-2 O’clock 8-4 9-3 10-2 Full Sand Wedge 20m 35m 55m 80m Gap Wedge 30m 50m 75m 100m Pitching 40m 65m 90m 110m Wedge
Imagine that the length of your swing is from your left arm on the backswing and your right arm on the follow through. If you need to increase or decrease the distance you can reduce or add length to your left arm swing. This will give you 36 different distances from using this simple system. Practice this at the driving range to work out how far each swing goes before taking it to the course. Good luck!
DEC 2016 - JAN 2017 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 41 THE GAME HIGH TRAJECTORY
& SOFT LANDING By: David Bradshaw
There are certain situations you might face on the golf In the last edition I course where the ball needs to land softly and not roll talked about a 40- much. yard low spinning Not much green between yourself and the pin, the pitch shot. Now ball needs to stop quickly to get close I’m going to help A hazard to fly the ball over – a bunker or water hazard you with some tips The ball is in long grass or sat down for playing a high The slope of the green is downhill. trajectory, soft In these different situations you don’t want to hit the ball landing lob shot. low as it will roll too far. You will benefit from having the ability to hit a high trajectory lob shot. To achieve this type of shot you need to be able to use the loft of the club correctly.
Address Position The Swing
To increase the loft of the club in the The swing length is going to reflect address position, lay the club face how far you want to hit the ball. open and then take hold of the grip. You will have to make sure you are Do not take hold of the club and then creating some hinge in the back twist the clubface open. swing as you can see in the picture Widen your stance, as shown below. The club will be pointing in the picture, this will help you get upwards towards the sky, you will lower to the ground by having more then rotate through the impact knee flex. Move the ball position a area and release the club. Do not little left of centre, so it is between try to keep your hands ahead of the middle of your stance and your the club head at impact as this left foot. Having your body set lower de-lofts the club and prevents the to the ground, almost in a half squat high lob that is required. position, will also encourage more loft on the club as the shaft angle will be lower to the ground. Your weight distribution should be slightly on your left foot, 55-45% towards the target, but no more than
Illustration : Vickirio that.
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THE 7th SERIES OF INDONESIAN GOLF TOUR Back-to-Back Titles The 2016 national golf circuit wo series, two titles. There are no 12th hole. It was a triumphant finish by Danny has ended. The last series words to accurately describe the who just a few weeks earlier had managed to superiority of Danny Masrin in the pull off a similar feat to win the 6th IGT event. of the IGT culminated with last two events. Winning his latest title at the "My game was not special in the first a convincing record by 7th Series of the BNI Indonesian Golf Tour nine holes. However, since the 10th hole I Danny Masrin. (IGT) co-presented by OB Golf & Ancora started applying pressure and played more Sports on October 28th, Danny played aggressively. From there I produced a lot of impeccably. birdies," said the 24-year-old. Danny ended the Scoring a new course record of 64 last series of the season with an amazing run, (8-under par), Danny overcame a one-shot which included three IGT titles. deficit to leader Benita Y. Kasiadi at the start Benita who started the final round on of the final round to claim his second title and 3-under par finished at 212 (4-under par) and a three-day total of 10-under par (206) at the placed in 2nd position. Rory Hie moved to 3rd Lotus Lakes Golf Club. Danny’s victory was position after scoring 69 (3-under par) for a secured on the back nine when he made five total of 213 (3-under par) for the event.
Illustration : IGT birdies, four of which were in a row from the
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WORLD RANKING POINTS UP FOR GRABS
Since 2013, the BNI Indonesian Golf Tour (IGT) co-presented by OB Golf and Ancora Sports has accommodated amateur players wanting to hone their skills while gaining competitive experience. However, from 2016, in addition to being an arena in which to practice, the IGT has also become a place for players to reap points to improve their position in the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR). The IGT has been registered as one of the national events that awards points towards this world ranking. In 2017, the IGT will offer eight events with WAGR points up for grabs, making it a great opportunity for amateurs to get a ranking in the world.
THE IGT TOP 30
Pos. Name IGT Points Pos. Name IGT Points 1 Ian Andrew 1.200 16 Hendry Nasim 312 2 Danny Masrin 950 17 Sarmilih 266 3 Jordan Irawan 913 18 Harjito 252 Back-to-Back Titles 4 J. Andrew Wirawan 617 19 Nasin Surachman 225 5 I Ketut Sugiarta 598 20 Indra Hermawan 214 6 Benita Y. Kasiadi 564 21 Junaidi Ibrahim 186 7 Rory Hie 484 22 Asep Saefulloh 171 8 Kurnia Herisiandy 397 23 Denny Wijaya 160 9 Rinaldi Adiyandono 378 24 Adrian Halimi 160 10 Fahmi Reza 413 25 Ade Sebul 151 11 George Gandranata 378 26 Suprapto 142 12 Ramadhan Alwie 332 27 Dicky Prionggo 142 13 Ditya Novianto 332 28 Asugann 140 14 Rudi Anto 329 29 Andi Soeyatmo 132 15 Sanusi 314 30 Fajar Win Nuryanto 120
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WELCOME THE FINALISTS "My game was not special in the first Danny Masrin’s victory in the last series December final: Danny Masrin, Denny of the BNI Indonesian Golf Tour, co- Wijaya, Sanusi, and Adrian Halimi. nine holes. However, presented by OB Golf & Ancora Sports, This Grand Final will be an since the 10th hole closed the national competition circuit especially interesting experience for for the 2016 official season. Danny and Adrian. It is Danny’s first final I started applying A total of 30 golfers will now go and first year as a professional, whilst it is pressure and played on to perform at the Grand Final in Adrian’s second professional tournament more aggressively. December. after he turned pro in October. His Most of the finalists are returning performance at the 7th IGT event From there I participants. However, Maan Nasim, secured him fourth place and a ticket to produced a lot of Johannes Darmawan, and Ilyassak won’t the Grand Final. be joining this year’s Grand Final after With so many players showing their birdies" dropping out of the Top 30. Instead, four potential the Grand Final promises to be new names will make their debut in the a tight battle. Who will the winner be?
THE GRAND FINALE PRIZE MONEY
Rank % Money (Rp) Rank % Money (Rp) Rank % Money (Rp) 1 16 48,000,000 11 2.59 7,772,000 21 2.21 6,636,000 2 9.33 28,000,000 12 2.54 7,622,000 22 2.18 6,546,000 3 6.48 19,000,000 13 2.50 7,502,000 23 2.15 6,456,000 4 4.81 14,432,000 14 2.46 7,382,000 24 2.12 6,366,000 5 4.05 12,152,000 15 2.42 7,262,000 25 2.09 6,276,000 6 3.34 10,032,000 16 2.38 7,142,000 26 2.06 6,186,000 7 3.01 9,032,000 17 2.34 7,022,000 27 2.03 6,096,000 8 2.81 8,432,000 18 2.30 6,902,000 28 2.00 6,012,000 9 2.73 8,192,000 19 2.27 6,812,000 29 1.97 5,920,000 10 2.61 7,832,000 20 2.24 6,722,000 30 1.94 5,830,000 100 300,000,000 Illustration : IGT
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MIZUNO GOLF SCHOOL INAGURATED THE XIX NATIONAL GAMES PRAISE FOR HOST DESPITE MISSED
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Hosting region West Java failed to meet their target of two gold medals in the XIX National Games, managing to secure just one. By contrast, the East Java team had reason to celebrate after successfully scooping up four gold medals, while the Special Capital Region of Jakarta claimed two golds. Regretful of their failure, the provincial board for the West Java division of the Indonesian Golf Association immediately conducted an evaluation. "There is a disharmonious relationship between the board and the athletes’ parents thus affecting the efforts to achieve Working alongside Mizuno Singapore PTE LTD, Damai Indah Golf these targets. There is also a tendency to underestimate the guest have founded the "Mizuno Golf School" (MGS) at their PIK course. players, because as the host they are optimistic they can meet the The school was built by the Mizuno Corporation of Japan with the target. In fact, the National Games atmosphere provides its own aim of optimizing the growth of both junior and amateur golfers pressure for athletes who have never played in the National Games for the long term by ensuring they have the opportunity to develop including West Java athletes. Therefore, they under-perform,” their potential. explained Sirodzudin, the Chairman of the Provincial Board for The methods of learning golf at MGS were developed jointly West Java. with US PGA Master Professional Joe Thiel who has more than 40 On a positive note, West Java received many compliments from years of experience and has obtained coaching awards. officials and members of contingents for their organization of the The MGS instructors are led by PGA Professional Darren Mc. event. The organizing committee was praised for accommodating Loughlin, who is the Director of Instruction at MGS - Damai Indah the needs of all the participants. Golf PIK Course. He has 20 years of teaching experience, including "We prepare this event for two years. With the support of on the European Tour and Senior Tour, and has taught in eight PB PON and local governments, as well as the venue of golf, all countries in Asia and Europe. The school offers two categories of needs can be accommodated. As the organizers, we tried to make classes, group and individual, for juniors (6-18 years old), adults, a surprise. We wanted the participants [to be] impressed with the students, companies and even professional golfers who wish to
Photography : Arsyanda Maulana | Damai Indah Golf National Games this time,” added Sirodzudin. improve their game.
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THE 14TH CREDIT SUISSE AMATEUR MATCH PLAY CHAMPIONSHIP 2016 A CHALLENGE TO ATTRACT MORE PARTICIPANTS
For 14 Years, the organizers of Indonesia’s only match play championship tournament have faced a recurring problem, attracting enough players to their tournament. They view this as a challenge to work to overcome. Illustration : Fadil | M.Rizal
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total of 75 golfers attended and able to take part. The tournament became "This tournament, played in the 14th Credit Suisse an open championship. "As the nature Amateur Match Play Championship of tournament was changed, it increased titled the Credit 2016. Akmin became the new champion participants’ interest. But, again, we felt there Suisse Club of the national match play tournament. For was less in the atmosphere of the competition. the tournament organizers, Gunung Geulis We also invited the golfers in the Top 10 of Champion Classic, Country Club, their focus has moved on to the Indonesian Golf Association, especially gives a pride to the preparing for next year’s amateur match play. juniors," added Luke. These efforts managed to Of all the tournament preparations, attracting raise the prestige of the tournament. club champions a large number of participants is the most The title of the tournament was changed because not all difficult task. It’s a problem they’ve faced to "Credit Suisse Amateur Match Play golfers can play at since 2003 when the first match play format Championship" in 2012 and it was registered tournament was held. on the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) this event. However, Initially, the tournament was intended so that participants can gain points and a the number of to accommodate the champions of golf clubs ranking on the World Amateur Golf Rankings. and golf courses around the country. The As a result, the quality of the participants participants was idea was that they could compete against one became more competitive. Unfortunately, limited, as well another in a game with a match play format. in addition to attracting golf athletes, it also "This tournament, titled the Credit Suisse prompted some good golfers to withdraw as the interest of Club Champion Classic, gives a pride to the on the grounds that it would be difficult to players to this club champions because not all golfers can compete with the golf athletes. play at this event. However, the number of Today, the organizers are working on tournament," participants was limited, as well as the interest a new strategy to increase the number of of players to this tournament," said Lukas participants at the same time as striving to Budiman, Director of Gunung Geulis Country further enhance the prestige and the quality of 1 Akmin Club. the tournament. "We also invite participants 2 Rishi Bhat After the initial low interest, the organizers outside Indonesia, namely in ASEAN, which 3 Kentaro Nakayama changed the conditions for players to be able has been done this year. However, the schedule to participate; single handicap golfers with must be adapted to the international calendar a maximum 7.7 USGA Handicap Index are so it does not collide," said Lukas.
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THRILLING, CHALLENGING AND A TEST OF PATIENCE
Before joining the event, Akmin set a target to reach the final. “Even I get into the final, I would like to see met Bobby (Cahyo Adhitomo), the defending champion,” said Akmin. His wish came true. Not only did Akmin reach the final and meet Bobby, the 32-year-old also went home with the trophy and a green jacket from the 14th Credit Suisse Amateur Match Play Championship 2016. Akmin finally defeated Bobby after 38 holes in the final. “It was not an easy game. Bobby had experience in the match play event, and he won it twice,” said Akmin. It was Akmin’s debut in the match play tournament. “Playing here it was felt very different. It feels exciting, challenging, and it tested my patience. However, my coach gave me advice. He asked me to assume it is just an exercise, not the real game. If you failed in one hole, you can improve in the next hole. That’s what I did,” added the West Java athlete. The advice delivered him the prestigious title. Rizchy Surbakti of South Sumatera and Cahyo, who were the top contenders, suffered 4 defeat by Akmin in the quarterfinal and the final. Rizchy’s defeat was perhaps most painful. Leading 2-up approaching the last four holes, the former national athlete toppled from 1st place after Akmin posted three birdies in the remaining holes to win by one. Against Bobby on the 36th hole, Akmin faced his toughest struggle. After taking the lead, 2-up over the first nine holes, Bobby managed to equalize. It was all square - a score that lasted until the 36th hole, then continued on to extra holes. On the 38th hole, Akmin, who was experiencing fatigue, finished with par while Bobby made a bogey. “Playing in the match play event, having a good skill is not enough. You also have to have a good mental. Today my mental helped me win the event,” said Akmin, who started to play golf in 2007. 5 Illustration : Fadil | M.Rizal
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GRAND RE-OPENING OF LAGUNA GOLF BINTAN
Laguna Golf Bintan unveiled its upgraded oceanfront golf course. Six-time major winner and Laguna Golf Ambassador Sir Nick Faldo hosted the re-opening event.
ttended by 110 invited guests has been restoring the green complexes to one-bedroom seafront apartment in Cassia and regional golf media, the their original size and structure while giving Bintan worth SGD 255,000. The golfers grand re-opening event held on emphasis to the enhancement of the natural also enjoyed tasting the offerings of five 3 – 4 November 2016 comprised a series surroundings,” said Paul Wilson, Group “live” stations showcasing the gastronomy of activities including a media conference, Director of Golf of Laguna Golf. of different resort restaurants and enjoyed a exclusive golf clinic by Sir Nick Faldo, 18-hole The grand re-opening ceremony was neck and shoulder massage experience at two gourmet golf tournament with special Cassia made all the more special by the presence of spa stations operated by the Banyan Tree and Bintan hole-in-one prize, and evening cocktails the six-time major winner and Laguna Golf Angsana Spas. followed by a gala awards dinner. Ambassador Sir Nick Faldo who hosted the The evening cocktails and gala awards With a complete revamp, Laguna Golf event. At the golf clinic Sir Nick gave valuable dinner took place at Angsana Lotus Café with Bintan reopens as an 18-hole, par-72 golf golfing tips and techniques to keen golfers. an entertaining Melayu Dance performance course. The course features awe-inspiring “I’ve been a big fan of the Banyan Tree “Colours of Indonesia” and a traditional beachfront holes with views of the South brand and visited Banyan Tree Phuket resort costume fashion show. Guests of the event had China Sea on both the front and back nine, 25 years ago. After designing the Laguna chance to meet Sir Nick Faldo whilst being while playing through tranquil lagoons, lush Lăng Cô golf course, I am proud to be the entertained with a performance by a vibrant jungle and Bintan’s famous rugged rocks on ambassador of the Laguna Golf brand,” said band. 60-hectares of tropical paradise. Nick. “The layout of our course in Laguna During the 18-hole gourmet golf Bintan is remarkably strong in terms of design tournament, all participants attempted the
Illustration : Laguna and playability. Our main focus of this project challenge of making a hole-in-one to win a
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BALI NATIONAL 2nd ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
THREE DAY EVENT THREE DIFFERENT CONCEPTS
Bali National Golf Resort celebrated its 2nd Anniversary. Bali National has been on a fantastic journey over the past two years earning several achievements including being named the 3rd Best Renovated Course Worldwide 2015, 2nd Best Golf Course in Indonesia 2016, 3rd Best Clubhouse in Asia Pacific 2016, and
Illustration : Bali National being placed in the Top 10 Best Golf Resorts in Asia Pacific 2016.
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he anniversary celebration from Up for grabs as the grand prizes were a trip to November 4-6 included three Singapore to watch the Singapore Open 2017 “The Anniversary programs. First was Ladies Day with presented by Matahari Korin, a trip to Sydney a special appearance by celebrity chef Farah to watch the Australian Open 2017 presented Tournament dinner Quinn, who also prepared a special menu for by EasyGolf Bali, and a trip to London for was a great closure of the evening dinner. “It was a great and fun day two people to watch the Open Championship on the course and the after golf dinner with all 2017 presented by Emirates. the day. Bali National the ladies is even more fun especially during The Anniversary Tournament dinner transformed the main the fashion show by Tori Golf,” said Farah was a great closure of the day. Bali National Quinn. transformed the main road of Bali National road of Bali National The second program, on Saturday Golf Villas into a stylish street venue Golf Villas into a November 5 was the Anniversary Tournament, concept, combined with great food and great was attended by 132 participants. Celebrity entertainment; it truly gave all the guests a day stylish street venue chef Farah Quinn prepared a special welcome to remember. concept, combined treat menu for golfers during the registration with great food time, and the golf game teed off at noon. The “We love golf and so does anyone who afternoon was enhanced by the chance to win participates in our celebration week. We also and great Hole-in-One Prizes of 100 million rupiah promise ourselves that in every event we have entertainment; it truly presented by OB Golf, a return ticket to any we will give each participant something new to destination in Europe by Emirates, and Bali enhance their love of golf that will eventually gave all the guests a National membership, along with grand prizes. lead to the full experience of a great golf day, day to remember.”
not only in the golfing itself, but also from the time they enter our resort until they leave [to go] back home, it will become one of the best golfing days they ever have. We would also like to say thank you to all sponsors who support us for this celebration week. We are glad we gained so many positive responses from our guests regarding the celebration week events, we believe that next year it will be even greater,” stated Mark Holland, General Manager for Bali National Golf Resort.
An exclusive member-only golf day on Sunday, November 6, was the final event of the celebrations. The guests were treated to an intimate yet relaxing dinner at Bali National’s beach private. The three-day weekend event, with its three different and interesting concepts, saw Bali National’s 2nd Anniversary Celebration lift up the standard of golf events on the island.
DEC 2016 - JAN 2017 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 53 OUR NEIGHBORHOOD | The 2016 WAGC & WAGI
TOURNAMENT TO ATTRACT GOLF TOURISTS
Through the World events. There were 30 teams, consisting of two The success of the WAGC & WAGI players in each team. The qualifying teams Indonesia in 2017 will determine Gosal’s grand Amateur Golf played at the Indonesian Final along with the plan, namely to have Indonesia host the WAGC Championship and WAGC. and WAGI World Final. "My goal, Indonesia World Amateur Golfers Baromeus Gosal, CEO of PT. Bali Fantastic host in 2018. However, this plan will not be Holiday, the company which holds the realized without the support of domestic Invitational, the organizer Indonesian license for the WAGC, said, “I have golf industries and the government which is for Indonesia hopes to two goals holding WAGC and WAGI. First, represented by the Ministry of Tourism. We still developing the domestic golf industry through have time to prepare it,” added Gosal. develop the domestic the WAGC and the second is developing golf golf industry and attract tourism to Indonesia.” The Indonesian Final produced five WAGC WAGC golf tourists to the winners and two teams from the WAGI. The country. winners flew to Durban Country Club, Durban, Individual South Africa, to play in the WAGC and WAGI 3rd place flight B Puguh Susiantoro World Final on October 22nd -29th. Indonesia he long journey of the Indonesian brought home three trophies from the event WAGi qualification for the World Amateur that was attended by over 200 golfers. T Golf Championship (WAGC) 2016 On returning to Indonesia, Gosal, who is Individual saw a total of 70 participants take part in 14 also the country director for the WAGC, drew 1st place Flight E Irawan Widjaya qualification rounds at six golf courses in Bogor, up a plan for 2017. "Next year, I plan to hold 2nd place flight C Dean Baharin continuing on to the Indonesian Final held on more tournaments of WAGC and WAGI than September 21st at Emeralda Golf Club. in 2016. Therefore, these tournaments will be Team This year, in addition to the WAGC, the spread throughout all golf courses in Bogor 3rd Place Nirwan Santosa and World Amateur Golfers Invitational (WAGI) and a few in Jakarta. We will also hold the Irawan Widjaja
Photography : WAGC Indonesia Doc. was also held with a total of seven qualification tournaments in Bandung and Bali."
54 DEC 2016 - JAN 2017 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE THE 5TH MCDONALD’S JUNIOR GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP 2016 TO REALIZE A BETTER QUALITY TOURNAMENT
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Sixth edition of junior he McDonald's Junior Golf Meanwhile, McDonalds, the main sponsor Championship is one of the junior of the event, did not rush in to provide any golf tournament will tournaments that is eagerly awaited. certainty about next year's tournament. “The move to the next The success of this year’s edition and previous chance of a [three-day tournament] still exists years has provided McDonald’s Junior Golf and its manifestations could be next year,” level as the organizer Championship with the momentum to build stated Suci Lantika, Associate Director of aims to increase its prestige. Communication PT Rekso Nasional Food that The tournament’s organizer, Ancora operates McDonalds Indonesia. the prestige of the Sports, is planning to include the event into In the 5th McDonald’s Junior Golf tournament. the World Amateur Golf Ranking. Discussions Championship 2016 Kentaro Nanayama of are ongoing, but if the plans are realized, Sim’s Golf Club was the winner of the boy’s the McDonald's Junior Golf Championship category and Michela Tjan of Imperial GC will become a 54-hole, three round event. becam champion in the girl’s category. In Previously, the tournament was just played addition to the individual category, the event 1 Michael Jovan Wijaya over 36 holes. also had a team category, won by Dominikus 2 Michela Tjan "We are always ready [to stage the Glenn and Arvidav H. of Indonesia Junior 3 Alexander Valentino three day event]. However, it is still under Golf. discussion. To be sure, we want a better quality of this tournament," said Nia Adriana, Chairman of the Committee.
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Bali’s evolution into a legitimate international golf destination has gained a remarkable new standing with the opening of Bukit Pandawa Golf & Country Club, the fifth golf venue on the Island of the Gods and the first 18-hole par-3 championship course in Indonesia.
he opening of Bukit Pandawa Golf & the first phase of an unprecedented hospitality Country Club was celebrated by the project taking shape on Bali’s southern Grand Opening Golf Tournament. coastline. The club’s ownership group, The course partnered with iconic automaker luxury resort developer PT Bali Ragawisata, BMW to invite 160 players, who had 18 is planning to add hotels and residences chances to win a range of BMW-branded managed by world-renowned brands automobiles on each hole. Mandarin Oriental, Waldorf Astoria, and “I’m not sure there’s ever been a Swissôtel along with a soon-to-be-announced tournament where at each hole you could win company that has long been synonymous with a car — let alone a premium car — with an the finest things in life. ace,” said Djie Tjian An, President/Director “We’re setting the stage for everything of PT Bali Ragawisata. “Even though we that’s to come,” said Stephen Banks, general didn’t see a hole-in-one, everyone sure had fun manager of Bukit Pandawa G&CC. “We’re trying.” equal parts groundbreaking, eye-popping and The tournament was followed by a extraordinary.” surprise unveiling of the futuristic BMW i8 that was celebrated with a champagne toast sponsored by French multinational luxury good conglomerate LVMH. “Throughout its 100-year history, the BMW Group has constantly reinvented itself,” said Karen Lim, President Director of BMW Group Indonesia. “The i8, the most progressive sports car in the world, is testament of that. And Bukit Pandawa, with its immaculate playing surface, is the perfect platform on which to roll out such a revolutionary driving machine.” Designed by Bob Moore of California- based JMP Golf Design Group, and managed
Illustration : Bukit Pandawa | Minitry of Tourism by AccorHotels, Bukit Pandawa G&CC is also
56 DEC 2016 - JAN 2017 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE OUR NEIGHBORHOOD | Events THE MINISTRY OF TOURISM HOLDS GOLF FAM TRIP
The Ministry of Tourism held a familiarization trip for "This step is a tourism marketing strategy to promote golf tourism. Moreover, Indonesia golf media, travel agents, has many international golf courses spread and tour operators from in various regions. Therefore, Indonesia will potentially become a golf tourism destination ASEAN countries - namely of the world," said Arief. Singapore, Malaysia, According to Arief, Batam-Bintan, Jakarta- Bandung, Surabaya, and Bali are the most Thailand, and Vietnam popular and well-known destinations with - to visit golf tourism international standard golf courses. These destinations in Indonesia places also have strategic positions that offer convenience and local business support. such as Batam and Bintan, "This effort is aimed to promote Batam- Jakarta and Bandung, Bintan, Jakarta-Bandung, Surabaya, and Bali as tourist destinations which are safe, attractive, Surabaya, and Bali. and have a potential for golf tourism," added Arief. n cooperation with the Indonesia In the first batch of FAM visitors, the I Club Manager Managers Association participants came from Singapore, Thailand, (ICMA) and the International and Malaysia – countries that hold the largest Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO), potential contribution of tourist arrivals to the first FAM trip was held on August 28th - Indonesia. The guests were invited to enjoy September 1st, 2016. a golf tour at Finna Golf Club, Ciputra Golf Minister of Tourism Arief Yahya said that Club, and Taman Dayu, Surabaya, East Java. this activity is one of the efforts to promote In 2016, Indonesia is targeting to attract 12 Indonesian tourism, especially golf tourism. million foreign tourists, 45 percent of whom By inviting guests from the media and travel will be tourists from the ASEAN countries. industry in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, the "With this FAM trip we expect that [our] Philippines, and Vietnam, Indonesia hopes to targets will be achieved," said Deputy Minister
Photography : Ministry Of Indonesian Tourism attract more visitors from these target markets. for International Tourism, I Gde Pitana.
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MICHAEL WANANDI Presiden Direktur Combiphar KAMI INGIN MENCETAK CALON JUARA
Combiphar adalah perusahaan health care modern di Indonesia. Dalam merayakan ulang tahun ke-45, perusahaan yang memiliki misi memperjuangkan untuk konsumen yang lebih sehat melalui produk-produk atau jasa-jasa berkualitas yang terjangkau dengan mempromosikan gaya hidup sehat dengan kesempurnaannya itu menunjukkan eksistensi Combiphar melalui turnamen golf internasional. Combiphar Golf Invitational yang masuk dalam kalender event Asian Development Tour menjadi media exposure dalam mempromosikan brand Combiphar Untuk mengetahui bagaimana keterlibatan Combiphar dengan event golf ini, OB Golf & Lifestyle Magazine berkesempatan untuk berbincang-bincang dengan Michael Wanandi, Presiden Direktur Combiphar. Alumni Boston University, AS, jurusan IT dan penyandang gelar MBA dari Tepper School of Business, Carnegie Mellon University, U.S.A. ini juga sedikit membeberkan tentang hobi golfnya yang digeluti sejak 1991.
Terkait dengan ulang tahun ke- Melalui Combi Golf Invitational, termasuk ASEAN. Ini juga yang mendorong 45, apa saja yang dilakukan Combhipar mensponsori kita untuk mencoba melalui golf dengan Combiphar dalam merayakan turnamen Asian Development membawa nama Combiphar ke pasar-pasar peringatan ulang tahun ini? Tour tahun ini. Apa sebenarnya di luar. Ini bisa menjadi batu loncatan agar nama Combiphar bisa lebih dikenal di arena yang mendasari Combiphar internasional. Tadinya nama event kita adalah Tahun ini Combiphar merayakan ulang sehingga mau terlibat dalam Combi Golf. Nama Combi kan sudah dikenal tahun ke-45. Jadi, kita memang ingin event internasional itu? di sini. Tapi dengan adanya ADT ini kita ubah membuat kampanye sepanjang tahun ini menjadi Combiphar Golf karena pemain- untuk mensosialisasikan kepada konsumen- Saya serta dua founder dan pemegang pemain asing tidak kenal dengan Combi. konsumen kita untuk mengajak mereka hidup saham memiliki hobi yang sama. Jadi Kita ingin nama Combiphar juga dikenal di sehat. Jadi kita punya tagline “Combiphar terpintaslah untuk menutup akhir 45 tahun masyarakat internasional. 45th #CelebrateHealth”. Dari kampanye ini ini dengan acara corporate golf. Kita pernah kita memiliki tujuan juga bagaimana setiap melakukannya beberapa kali. Yang terakhir Kepedulian Combiphar dalam konsumen atau masyarakat bisa ikut partisipasi adalah pada dua tahun lalu. Pada saat kita memberikan kisah-kisah sehat mereka supaya mau bikin acara golf tersebut, kita dikasih mendukung golf profesional bisa menginspirasi orang-orang lain. kesempatan untuk menggabungkannya dengan nasional patut dipuji ketika Setiap kisah inspirasi kita sisihkan sedikit Asian Development Tour yang kebetulan tidak banyak perusahaan nilai rupiah supaya kita bisa kumpulkan dana sedang mencari title sponsor saat itu. swasta yang mau terlibat dalam tersebut untuk didonasikan ke empat yayasan Kemudian kita berpikir mungkin menarik juga pengembangan golf nasional. sudah kita pikirkan sebelumnya. Jadi untuk bisa membuat sesuatu yang berbeda dikit, di Lalu, apa strategi pemasaran ulang tahun ke- 45 kita pikirkan masalah mana teman-teman dan rekan kerja kita diberi untuk brand melalui olahraga charity-nya. kesempatan untuk bisa main dengan para termasuk turnamen golf ini? Ada empat yayasan yang kami fokuskan pemain profesional. Itu alasannya mengapa tahun ini: Sabang-Merauke, Pink Shimmerinc, kita tertarik. Kita mencoba di ADT. Let’s give it a try. Kita Circa HandMade, dan Jaka Perkasa Citra Mungkin ini suatu kebetulan juga, tahun ini selama empat tahun terakhir ini melakukan Cemerlang. Jadi keempat yayasan inilah yang Combiphar melakukan ekspansi ke luar negeri. kegiatan running. Namanya Combi Runs. menjadi aspirasi kita. Sesuai dengan usia 45 beberapa bulan lalu Kita baru saja mengakuisisi November kemarin kita mengadakan Combi
Photography : Private Collection tahun, kita mau membantu mereka. satu brand yang dipasarkan di beberapa negara, Runs yang keempat. Empat tahun lalu, awal
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kita mulai, peserta hanya 300 orang. Tujuan kita adalah bagaimana karyawan Combiphar ini bisa menunjukkan atau bisa menjadi brand ambassador untuk menunjukkan pola/ gaya hidup sehat. Karena itu kita punya tema “Championing a Healthy Tomorrow”. Ini identitas Combiphar yang baru. Kegiatan lari ini kita lakukan dulu dari internal, kemudian dari tahun ke tahun kita buka ke publik. Interest konsumen Combiphar terhadap Combi Runs ini dari tahun ke tahun meningkat. Dari 300, 2.100, 2.700, dan tahun ini mungkin sudah 3.500-an. Animo terus meningkat. Nah, tema ini kita coba juga di golf dan juga satu olahraga lagi. Jadi ada tiga jenis olahraga pada November kemarin yang kita sponsori. Kita memang masih dalam penjajakan. Saya ingin kegiatan lari ini bukan mementingkan olahraga saja, tetapi bagaimana kita bisa memakai event lari itu untuk bisa membantu meng-create the next stars for runners. Itu yang menjadi pikiran saya sekarang. Bagaimana kita membantu pembibitan supaya Indonesia ini bisa berkompetisi di dunia internasional. Bagaimana kita bisa mencari talent-talent, dari yang muda-muda ini difasilitasi. Jadi, tidak hanya mencari bibit tetapi kami juga menyediakan tanah yang subur. Bisanya itu alignment, harus bersamaan. Maju karena waktu itu sedang getol-getolnya main Nah, saya tidak ingin kita berpikiran sudah bersama-sama. golf. Yang pertama kali saya tonton adalah melakukan corporate event lari, tugas kita Nah, saya pakai contoh di golf sama karyawan. U.S. Open pada 1994 di Oakmont, dekat sudah selesai. Kita ingin meng-create sebuah Kalau kita mau menurunkan handicap kita. sekolah saya. Saya bolos sekolah hanya untuk cerita, bagaimana kita menjangkau yang muda- Nggak bisa kita latihan hanya pukulan driver. menonton turnamen major itu, karena saya muda ini. Wujud akhirnya ya Combi Runs. Kadang-kadang kita suka salah paham. Apalagi sudah beli tiketnya. Dari Combi Runs, mungkin bisa menjadi kalau pemain-pemain baru. Kalau mau Saya menonton dari Kamis sampai Senin. Saya sebuah prestasi yang memungkinkan mereka turunkan handicap, latihannya ya itu pukulan ingat waktu di US Open kalau yang memimpin bertanding ke luar negeri. Jalur ini yang lagi panjang. Kalau sudah latihan pukulan driver, skornya sama, mereka harus main 18 hole lagi. kita pikirkan melalui olahraga. kayaknya sudah bisa turunkan handicap. Nah, Ernie Els, Colin Montgomery dan Loren Salah satu bentuknya lagi ya saya tidak tahu Padahal, kita tahu secara statistik orang yang Roberts skornya sama di hari terakhir. Mereka apakah melalui golf itu. Karena yang kita handicap tinggi, permainan putting atau short harus play-off 18 hole lagi di hari Senin. Nah, pertimbangkan yang mana yang memberikan game minimal 50% dari game kamu. Belum karena tiketnya free pada hari itu, saya nonton impact yang paling besar. Makanya (melalui chipping, belum yang lain-lain. Ini yang sering lagi. Ya itu bolosnya 3-4 hari. Itu pengalaman turnamen ADT ini) saya coba dahulu dilupakan orang. yang cukup berkesan bagi saya. responsnya bagaimana. Nah, untuk menjadi pegolf yang andal, kamu Pengalaman berkesan lainnya adalah Tapi yang penting dicatat di sini, Combiphar harus practice semuanya. Ini ilustrasi yang saya menonton Ryder Cup pada 2012, main di dalam melakukan satu aktivitas tidak setengah- pakai di perusahaan. Karena untuk menjadi Medinah Country Club, Illinois, AS. Tuan setengah bikinnya. Jadi ketika bikin ini, saya canggih, untuk menjadi level up, contohlah rumah sempat unggul 10-6, tetapi kalah di taruh reputasi Combiphar. Yang pasti ada pemain golf ini. hari terakhir 131/2-141/2 dari Tim Eropa di value-nya, ada kualitasnya. Di luar itu, golf melatih emosi, bagaimana single Matches. Itu cukup exciting juga karena kita bisa menguasai diri, tidak tergoda, perlu ambience dan atmosfernya sangat berbeda Apa pelajaran yang Anda konsentrasi. Kesabaran saya dilatih juga di golf. dari turnamen golf lainnya. Itu merupakan dapat dari golf? memorable event karena AS sempat leading, tiba-tiba kalah. Dan saya ada di sana, menjadi Saya sering ambil pelajaran dari golf. Kalau Anda sudah bermain golf penonton Ryder Cup. kita mau naik tingkat dalam pemikiran atau selama 25 tahun. Apa mindset, kita harus meningkat dari berbagai pengalaman berkesan selama aspek. Nggak bisa kalau kita naik tingkat itu, 25 tahun main golf ini? atau mencapai target perusahaan itu, yang digenjot marketingnya saja. Atau kita mau Saya suka menonton turnamen golf. Ada sukses, yang digenjot HR-nya aja. Nggak bisa. beberapa turnamen yang saya tonton langsung
DEC 2016 - JAN 2017 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 59 OUR NEIGHBORHOOD | Figure FIRST INDONESIAN AT ROYAL & ANCIENT An e-mail circulated to announce the news that Made Edward Djuniyasa Putra (Eddy Putra) was appointed as a representative of the Asia Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC) on the Rules of Golf Committee of the R&A for 2016-2017.
t’s highly encouraging news for How did your involvement in the APGC begin? Indonesian golf; a son of the nation has I was involved in the APGC since the end of I gained the confidence of the mecca of 2010. Prior to my appointment at the R&A, I was amateur golf organizations, the R&A, who govern a rules chairman for the APGC. The previous golf worldwide outside of the USA and Mexico. chairman was Indian. He has been chairman For Eddy, this is his highest achievement since for 4 years. When he was promoted to the he started to explore the Rules of Golf. “I started board position, he asked me to fill the chairman to attend the rules workshop in 2009, and then I position. He said that he feels comfortable joined the provincial board for Bali’s Indonesia Golf working with me. Association (PGI). Since the workshop, I was more interested to find out more deeply about the Rules of Golf,” said the 46-year-old. Who makes up the R&A Rules Committee? Speaking to OB Golf and Lifestyle Magazine, They are representatives from each confederation, the Drexel University MBA Investment each Tour, and honorary members. The total Management alumni explained his appointment at membership is about 20. Some of them are MADE EDWARD the R&A, his involvement at the APGC, and being a permanent members. referee at the Open and Asian Tour. DJUNIYASA PUTRA What will your duties entail there? We will discuss changes to the rules. Each year we What was your first thought when you received will gather, discuss the basic rules and decisions. the appointment letter from the APGC? Within a year, they hold meetings three times: I felt honored. Although the Asia Pacific Golf in March, June, in conjunction with the Open Confederation has 33 members, they still chose Championship, and in November. me. I mean, there are many countries which are Throughout your involvement in the APGC for more advanced in implementing the rules of Are there any other duties? the past six years, what are the most interesting golf. Therefore, I am proud to carry the name of One thing I know is that I will be involved in the experiences you’ve had? Indonesia in the Rules Committee of the Royal Open Championship next year as a referee. I have run several tournaments in Myanmar, and Ancient (R&A). Singapore, and Korea. So, I can understand At the APGC, what are your duties? the problems in other countries. At least, I What will be your first task in the R&A when you understood finding a solution. As in Korea, at I run many APGC tournaments. As rules begin there? the 2014 Asian Games, the availability of caddies chairman, I am the chief referee in those events. The R&A is processing the Rules of Golf to was very limited. We decided to use one caddie with a golf cart which carries three golf bags. The be simplified. In the next edition, the rules will How many tournaments are held by the APGC? be made simpler. So, I will be involved in the risk is big. The possibility of caddies misplacing process of making this book. The Rules of Golf Today the APGC has six events, namely the a players club to another bag was very large. The has a total of 34 chapters that will be simplified Asia Pacific Amateur Championship, APGC golfer would then have more than the maximum into 22 chapters. But, I don’t know the details yet. Junior Championship, Asia Pacific Open Golf of 14 clubs. However, the policy was still applied. My first meeting at the R&A is in March 2017. Championship / Diamond Cup, Queen Sirikit One thing for sure, the involvement is a pride Cup, Senior APGC Championship, and Nomura When was it that you started to run these events? for me. For those who are rule enthusiasts, being Cup. However, in 2018 the APGC will add Three years ago I started to run a tournament. in a rules committee such as the R&A is a very one more tournament, the Asia Pacific Ladies Some of them are the 2013 SEA Games in
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GOLF RULES OFFICIAL RELATED ACTIVITIES RULES/REFEREE SCHOOL
Latest International Event 2013 - Present International Technical 2015 USGA/PGA University TA Official (APGC) SEA Workshop, Palm Beach Florida Games and Asian Games (Passed by Distinction) 2010 - Present Rules Official in Asia What qualifications are required to be able 2012 R&A Rules Instructor Training level 3, Pacific Amateur Golf Bangkok (Passed with Merit). to run these big tournaments? Championship 2011 Organise 1st R&A Rules School in The most important thing is holding a Level 2009 – Present Officiating in Indonesia Indonesia 3 Certificate Rules of the School as a sign of Open graduation at that level. In addition, we also have 2010 R&A Referees School Level 3 at St to show that we are capable of running a big 2009 – Present Officiating in Professional Andrews, Scotland (Pass) tournament. Tour Events (Asian Tour, 2009 Asian R&A Referees School Level 3 at One Asia, European Glenmarie Kuala Lumpur (Pass) Tour) in Indonesia In addition to activities in the R&A and APGC, what 2009 - Rules Instructor Level 1 & 2 do you plan to do related to golf ruling next National Event present year? 2012 - Present Run Golf event in Indonesia National I will join the Asian Tour as a referee in the 2017 Olympic season. My debut in the Asian Tour will be at Qualifying School this January 2017. 2008 - Present Run Indonesia Amateur Tournaments sanction by Indonesia Golf Association
DEC 2016 - JAN 2017 OB GOLF & LIFESTYLE 61 HEALTH
How to Handle a Food Craving By: dr. Grace Judio-Kahl. MSc, MH, CHT.
A food craving, also known as selective hunger, is the he cause of food cravings, or selective desire to eat a certain type of food and is perhaps a signal hunger, can be hormonal, emotional, or Ta combination of biochemical processes the body sends when it lacks a particular nutrient. in the body that happens to women during their period or pregnancy, or to people in distress. However, there is another kind of food craving which is due to bad habits of eating excessive amounts of salt, sugar or fat. The body can no longer say when to stop. Bad eating habits — that might have begun in childhood — can lead to food addiction, which in the case of Indonesia pertains usually to processed carbs, such as fritters wrapped in
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Eating right is about the decision you make, ensure you make the right choice with these six steps:
1 Watch your daily consumption of salt, sugar and fat. Consume food with a lower Glycemic Index (GI) to control blood sugar. 2 Types of food with a low GI level (55 or less): whole wheat bread or black wheat; oatmeal, oat bran or muesli; pasta, rice, barley and bulgur; sweet potato, corn, taro potato, peanut butter, peas, legumes and lentils; fruits and vegetables. 3 Types of food with a medium GI level (56-69): whole grain bread, rye or pita bread, instant oatmeal; brown, wild or basmati rice, and couscous. 4 Types of food with high GI level (70 and above): white bread or bagel; corn flakes, rice puffs, bran flakes; cheese and macaroni; potato and pumpkin; pretzels, rice cake, popcorn, salty biscuits; melon and pineapple. high in salt and sugar content, besides rice as There were two methods individuals could the main staple food. employ to control their eating habits. One is to 5 Switch to lower-calorie food: When People suffering from food addiction reflect on themselves to find out whether the craving, replace the food you like run the gamut of symptoms while craving desire to eat comes from a sense of pleasure to eat with a similar product that something: from headaches to an inability to recorded in memory, a need for comfort, or contains fewer calories. Instead of concentrate to mood swings. from a need for energy and nutrients. If that munching on a chocolate bar that may A food addict doesn’t eat to fill the need fails, just make sure you eat half a plate of easily have up to 1,000 calories, drink for energy or nutrients but for comfort and fruits and greens, a quarter of carb sources, a glass of chocolate milk which only pleasure, since salt and sugar do have a calming preferably whole grains, and another quarter of has around 88 calories. effect on the body. Most of us don’t realize that protein sources, such as white meat and beans, this is actually happening to us. when craving food. 6 Read the nutrition index: It is advised According to Health Ministry data, carb to learn what’s inside a packet of food addiction is found in 75 percent of obese by reading nutrition information on the people and in 40 percent of people with a packaging. normal body weight.
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ocated south of Jakarta, Bogor, which can be reached in as little as one hour from the capital, has a cooler climate and fresher air. The city has frequent rain showers, even during the dry season, which is Bogor is a quick how it earned its nickname “the Rain City”. Bogor has a rich history of Dutch and weekend getaway British colonialism. The city was the location destination for of the officials’ summer residence during these eras. The mansion named Buitenzorg (Dutch: Jakartans. The city without a care) is now known as Bogor Palace or Presidential Palace. In addition to using is famous for its Buitenzorg, the British Colonial Official Sir cool and breezy Stamford Raffles also built a garden, which was the forerunner to the Botanical Garden, in the weather, and offers a backyard of the Palace. tremendous selection Today, Bogor continues to be a retreat for people wishing to escape the stifling and of both relaxing and crowded capital. Situated near two mountains, thrilling activities. Salak volcano to the south, and Mount Gede to the southeast of the city, Bogor not only offers a place to rest but also provides many tourist attractions. The most famed attractions are the Botanical Garden and Bogor Palace. However, Puncak is also a popular destination in Bogor. Located on the ridge to the north of Mount Gede and Pangrango, Puncak, which is actually spread across the regencies of Bogor, Cianjur, and Sukabumi, has many tourist attractions. Cibodas Botanical Garden, Taman Safari Indonesia, a wildlife park, and tea plantations are all located in Puncak. Spread throughout Bogor are numerous beautiful waterfalls including Curug Nangka, Curug Cigamea, Curug Ngumpet, Curug Seribu, and Curug Cilember. Just 5km from the centre of Bogor is a village called Kampung Budaya Sindang Barang. The oldest village in Bogor, it shows off Sundanese culture, which has been revitalized and preserved by its inhabitants. Visitors can also see the archeological site relics from the Padjajaran Empire. For golfers, Bogor is acknowledged as a golf paradise. There are 10 golf courses around the city, six of which are situated along the toll road for easy accessibility. Many of these championship courses were designed by famous golfers and designers such as Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, Greg Norman, and Thomson Wolveridge & Perret.
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The city has frequent rain showers, even during the dry season, which is how it earned its nickname “the Rain City”.
BOTANICAL GARDEN PUNCAK TAMAN SAFARI INDONESIA
Kebun Raya (Botanical Garden) is the heart Along with enjoying the green mountainous On the way to Puncak, take a small detour of Bogor. Located in the center of city, Kebun landscape and fresh air of Puncak, there are and visit Taman Safari Indonesia, an outdoor Raya, which covers 87 hectares boasts more many things to do here. Visitors can take a safari park which visitors can drive themselves than 15,000 species of trees and plants. scenic walk in a tea plantation or go horseback through. Taman Safari can be reached within Officially founded by Sir Stamford Raffles in riding area around tea gardens. Take a guided 20 minutes from the intersection of Cisarua. 1811, the garden is the main attraction for tour around a tea factory and stay overnight at Spanning over 170 hectares it is home to tourists visiting Bogor. In addition to the many a lodge. For a more extreme sport in Bogor, try around 2,500 animals. Most animals are from rare trees and plants, there is also an Orchid Paragliding at Bukit Paralayang, Puncak. Indonesia, including Orangutans, Bengal House and the Istana Bogor (Presidential tigers, zebra, giraffes, elephants, sun bears, Palace), where you can spot find exotic birds hippos, cheetahs, and komodos. Taman Safari
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LAKSA
TOGE GORENG
Laksa Bogor is a spicy noodle soup with yellow coconut milk that consists of bihun, ketupat, smashed oncom, tauge, and kemangi (lemon basil leaves). It is flavored by a mixture of shallots, This particular dish is usually only garlic, kemiri, kunyit, ketumbar, found in Bogor and a handful of sereh & salt. The noodle is cooked places in Jakarta. Toge goreng in coconut milk and drained. is bean sprouts that are boiled Then, it is all served with sambal and mixed with yellow noodles, cuka (ground chilli in vinegar). chunks of tofu, and slices of kupat (lontong rice cake). It is seasoned with a sauce based on SOTO MIE BOGOR tauco and spicy oncom (one of the traditional staple foods of West Java).
SOTO KUNING
Soto Mie Bogor’s main ingredient is kikil cattle, accompanied by pieces kroket and vermicelli RAFTING noodles. The gravy-like broth is slightly red colored with a Bogor is known for its rafting thanks to the spicy and sour taste. It’s bold but Soto Kuning is a yellow coconut many rivers in the area that are great for refreshing. This is a street food milk soup that contains sliced this sport. The Cisadane River is one of the that is available widely around in beef or innards of beef. The soto best rafting tracks in West Java. The river is almost all streets of Bogor. content depends on customers’ especially popular because of its winding and The price varies between 8000 tastes. Usually the seller just cuts contoured shape. A newer place for rafting is IDR - 15,000 IDR for a bowl. beef or innards of beef into pieces, Kalibaru River which is more suitable for those Every weekend the tourists who gives it a final seasoning, and puts who are beginners. For the more experienced visit Bogor make sure they don’t it into the yellow coconut milk or thrill-seeking rafter, the Citarik River is the forget to enjoy a bowl of the soup. place to head which can be reached within 1.5 typical Soto Mie Bogor.
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GUNUNG GEULIS COUNTRY CLUB TWO DIFFERENT EXPERIENCES OF A BEAUTIFUL MOUNTAIN
Gunung Geulis Country fresh and cool air of the mountain. Gunung Geulis Country Club Playing on the two courses will be two very Club is the second Jl. Pasir Angin different experiences. The West Course has wide Gadog-Bogor 16720 largest course in Bogor, fairways but is considered to be the most difficult PO Box 63 West Java. thanks to its tricky greens. They are made all the Ciawi-Bogor, Jawa Barat more challenging by the fact that almost all of Indonesia esigned by Thomson, Wolveridge & them have a greenside bunker. With a length of Phone: +62-251 8257500/400 Perret, Gunung Geulis Country club 6,075 meters, your patience will be tested while Fax: +62-251 8257430 D boasts a distinctive clubhouse with a playing golf here. You not only need good skills, Flexi: +62-251 7157086 magnificent atrium and has a total of 36 holes but also excellent course management and careful E-mail: [email protected] split into the West Course and East Course. Built club selection. [email protected] in 1992, Gunung Geulis first opened the West The East Course is currently undergoing a Course and the East Course was opened three full renovation. Once complete, the par-71 course, FACT FILE years later. which has beautiful contours that play off the The sprawling 45 hectares of mountain terrain mountain slopes, will have brand new tees, greens, Designer: Thomson, Wolveridge & Perret blends naturally with the golf complex which bunkers and re-grassed fairways. The course is Holes : 36 offers scenic views and fresh mountain air. Gunung scheduled to re-open in 2017. Par : 71 Geulis, which means beautiful mountain in WEST COURSE Indonesian, is located at an elevation of 400 to 500 Length : 6,085 meter (blue tees)
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Pearl of the Orient Manila is the second ocated on the eastern shore of the Spanish colonization, American most populous city in the Manila Bay at the mouth of the Pasig occupation, and a strong Malay heritage have River in the Luzon Island, Manila has all greatly shaped the culture in Manila along Philippines and is also the grown into an Asian megacity. Skyscrapers and with the character of the people in terms of nation's capital. Compared malls blend with the National Museum of the their spirit, resilience and hospitality. And to Kuala Lumpur, Singapore Philippines and the green spaces of Rizal Park. don’t forget, Manila’s delectable traditional or Bangkok, Manila is a less Further historical landmarks remind visitors foods that have both Spanish and Chinese popular tourist destination. that Manila is much more than just a modern influences. metropolis. To discover the traces of history, take However, this certainly The city, which was founded on June 24, a stroll around the famous Intramuros (old doesn’t mean Manila has 1571, has a unique cultural mix of East meets walled city), which was the center of the nothing to offer. West. The strong influence of the Spanish, Spanish colonial rule, or visit the National who colonized the area more than 300 years Museum of the Philippines. Visitors can also ago, has enriched the indigenous culture. take a jeepney, Manila’s most popular form Manila was the control center for the country's of public transportation, to have an exciting Spanish colonial rulers. Since those first look around this exotic metropolis known colonists, Manila has continually attracted the as “The Paris of Asia.” Finally, make sure you attention of immigrants. So, it’s no wonder treat yourself to tea and a feast of dim sum in that the city was later dubbed the Pearl of the Chinatown before enjoying a glorious sunset
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TOUR THE CITY
The best way to learn about the local scene is by touring the city. Hop on a Jeepney (jeep style buses), the most popular public transportation in Manila and other places in the Philippines. Jeepneys are easily recognizable because of their colorful, kitsch designs, and they offer one of the cheapest ways of getting somewhere. Jumping aboard one is the best way to get talking to the locals and dip into real life.
INTRAMUROS RIZAL PARK MANILA BAYWALK
Intramuros (Spanish: within the wall) is Rizal Park is one of the major tourist The Baywalk is a seaside walkway area the city's oldest district which is fortified attractions of Manila. Taken from the spanning 2 km along Manila Bay. In by wall. The wall was established in name of the national hero, Jose Rizal, the morning, you can enjoy a fresh air the 1570’s to defend the city which this park, which has an area of 58 with a beautiful view on the bay. In the has an area of 0.67 km2 from foreign hectares, symbolizes the Philippine’s evening, in addition to witnessing the invasion. Today, by walking tour, you’ll revolution to nationhood. Rizal Park is beautiful sunset over the bay, you can find ancient colonial Spanish ruins in great spot for relaxation and fun. The watch various night entertainment whilst Intramuros including UNESCO World park comprises gardens and dozens of enjoying local cuisines. Heritage-listed San Agustin Church fountains, historical markers, plazas, a and Fort Santiago, where the country’s grand stadium, an observatory, an open- national hero Jose Rizal spent his last air concert hall, restaurants, food kiosks days in imprisonment. and playgrounds.
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MANILA SOUTWOODS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB MASTERS & LEGENDS
HOW TO GET THERE
Manila Southwoods is about 45 minutes by car from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. From the city of Makati it takes 50 minutes by car and from Manila city center the journey is about 1 Manila Southwoods Golf & Country Club is known as hour 10 minutes. one of the first championship courses and one of the tougher courses in the Philippines. MANILA SOUTHWOODS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
anila soutwoods golf & country club, challenge for more accomplished players. Both Southwoods Ave., Carmona, Cavite which was designed by Jack Nicklaus, courses boast championship sized greens and wide Phone : +63 (0) 46 430 0266 M has hosted numerous international fairways. Fax : +63 (0) 46 430 0264 golf events. The latest event was the Resort Built in the early 1990s, this 36-hole complex E-mail : [email protected] World Manila Masters with a total purse of was the first Nicklaus designed course to open. The website : www.manilasouthwoods.com US$1,000,000. course is certified by the Audubon Cooperative The club, which covers 140 hectares of land, Sanctuary Program by Audubon International, FACT FILE consists of two 18-hole Jack Nicklaus signature an organization for high-quality environmental courses: the Masters and the Legends. The Masters education and facilitating the sustainable Designer : Jack Nicklaus course presents players with challenging sand management of land, water, wildlife, and other Hole : 36 bunker traps and water hazards on 15 of its holes. natural resources in all places where people live, Par : 72 In addition to carefully directed shots this course work, and play. Manila Southwoods is the first Masters Course also requires long drives and finesse of play. The course to be designated as such in the Asia Pacific Length : 7,375 yards (gold tee) “Legends” course is a friendlier course for high region and supports more than one hundred Legends Course handicappers but with its high mounds creating different bird species. Length : 7,181 yards (gold tee)
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