The Carlsberg Golf Classic (CGC), Malaysia’s largest and longest-running amateur golf series concluded its 31st edition at the national finals held at the Kota Permai Golf & Country Club, Shah Alam.
With over 3,600 golfers competing in 32 action-packed qualifiers, this year’s tournament reached its thrilling conclusion with Lam Kong Foo and Lee Kok Hua claiming the titles of Gross Champion and Nett Champion respectively.
This year’s finals delivered a nail-biting finish, as Lam finished with 75 strokes (3 over par) showcasing precision and poise on the greens, seizing victory in front of an enthusiastic crowd.
Alongside the Gross Champion, Nett winner Lee shared the winner’s spotlight, each receiving Garmin’s latest devices, including the Venu 3, epix Pro and Approach Z82 – tools that will take their game to the next level.
“Being crowned the Nett winner of this prestiguous tournament is great, but the true highlight has been the camaraderie and sportsmanship on display.
“As an amateur, competing alongside such talented golfers in a tournament series has been an unforgettable experience. It’s not just about the prizes, it’s about the friendships and memories made along the way,” said Lee.
Since its June kick-off, the CGC has captivated golf enthusiasts across Malaysia, with competitions spanning Johor, Kedah, Kuala Lumpur, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Penang, Putrajaya, Sabah, Sarawak and Selangor.
The 2024 edition raised the bar with RM2.7 million prize pool, new sponsorships and a line-up of premium rewards that solidified CGC’s reputation as the gold standard for amateur golf tournaments.
“The Carlsberg Golf Classic is more than just a tournament, it’s a celebration of friendship, joy and the spirit of healthy competition,” said Carlsberg Malaysia managing director Stefano Clini.
He said, “We are committed to strengthening Carlsberg’s position as the preferred beer at Malaysia’s top golf clubs and offering golfers a premium experience. Our goal is to continue elevating this iconic event, providing opportunities to sample Somersby 0.0 and other exciting Carlsberg variants, while ensuring our brand is synonymous with the very best in golf.”
This year’s tournament included new sponsors Vespa and Le Botanical, joining forces with returning brands Mercedes-Benz (Hap Seng Star), adidas, TaylorMade and Garmin.
Vespa offered a Vespa Primavera for qualifying rounds and a Vespa Sprint for the grand finals as hole-in-one prizes, turning the competition into a high-stakes affair.
Meanwhile, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia and Hap Seng Star continued their support by offering two units of the Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 as hole-in-one prizes during the national finals.
Other prizes included TaylorMade golf equipment, adidas apparel and Garmin technology devices.
As the final putt dropped and the last cheers rang out, Carlsberg Malaysia hosted a grand celebration in true Carlsberg fashion. Champions, participants and supporters alike toasted to a memorable year of competitive spirit with moments of togetherness.
Carlsberg Malaysia continues to encourage everyone to #CELEBRATERESPONSIBLY – If you drink, don’t drive.
