New Delhi, October 13: The iconic Delhi Golf Club is all decked up to welcome the best of global stars and the cream of Indian golf for the DP World India Championship, which will be the richest ever professional golf event in India.
The cream of world golf, including the best Ryder Cup stars have arrived in Delhi for the historic DP World India Championship. Boasting of the highest prize money ever for professional golf on Indian soil, the DPWIC at the Delhi Golf Club from October 16-19, will be headlined by five-time Major winner and reigning Masters champion Rory McIlroy, who completed the career Grand Slam this year, and Tommy Fleetwood, who played a stellar role in Europe humbling the United States in the Ryder Cup at Bethpage.
The Indian stars will be led by established stars like Anirban Lahiri, whose last international win was at this very club in 2015, Shiv Kapur and Chiragh Kumar, who have won international titles at this course.
McIlroy and Fleetwood are accompanied by Shane Lowry and Viktor Hovland, also Ryder Cup stars and their team captain, the two-time winning skipper Luke Donald.
Adding further glitter to the field are former Open winner Brian Harman and Ben Griffin, a two-time PGA Tour winner and member of the US 2025 Ryder Cup team.
Apart from stalwarts like Lahiri, Kapur and Chiragh, the current crop of Indian stars, Shubhankar Sharma, Veer Ahlawat and Arjun Prasad, among others will be in focus.
Even as the golfing fraternity is buzzing with excitement, the club and the DPWIC has made some amazing arrangements to engage with the fans. Featuring a fan zone, the likes of which have never been seen at an Indian golf event, to a food village catering to all kinds of palettes with delicious food and family fun, the DGC promises an amazing week of golf and entertainment.
The vibrant Spectator Village, which promises a unique “Eat, Play and Experience”, will be offering interactive activities, sponsor showcases, and premium dining options, making this a must-attend event with multiple Major winners vying for the biggest golf prize in India.
Fans can look forward to a feast of flavours from award-winning restaurants and local favourites. Punjab Grill will serve its signature North Indian classics, while YOUMEE adds an Asian twist with its crowd-pleasing fusion dishes. Completing the culinary line-up are Fresco, Zambar, Artfull Bakers, Umamiburg, and minus.30 Ice Cream, offering everything from coastal cuisine and gourmet burgers to freshly baked treats and indulgent desserts.
Comfortable shaded areas with picnic tables and beanbags provide the perfect setting to relax, dine, and follow the live action on the large outdoor LED screen broadcasting the tournament.
BMW will showcase its latest luxury models, while Emirates invites fans to capture special memories with Polaroid photo moments and giveaways. In addition, Adidas will host an exclusive merchandise store with limited-edition gear.
Golf enthusiasts can test their own skills in the DP World Area, featuring a state-of-the-art golf simulator and interactive challenges inspired by the championship. Beyond the fairways, the entertainment continues with cricket and football activations, as well as photo opportunities spread across the grounds, creating the perfect backdrop for fans to capture and share their tournament experience.