Two new teams join the fray at Lloyd Delhi Golf Club League

Seated on the Head Table of the ‘LLOYD Delhi Golf Club League – Powered by RADICO’ Press Conference (L- R) Mr. Digraj Singh – CEO Digraj Golf Inc., Mr. Sudhir Upadhyay – Executive Vice President – Radico Khaitan Limited, Mr.  Raj Khanna – Captain DGC, Mr. K K Bajoria – President DGC, Col. Mohit Nasa (Retd.) – Chairman Tournament Committee – Lloyd DGCL, Ms. Shiraz Singh – Tournament Committee Member, Ms. Mehar Atwal – Professional Golfer, Mr. Chiragh Kumar – Professional Golfer. 

‘LLOYD Delhi Golf Club League powered by RADICO’ tees off at  Delhi Golf Club on October 3

Rakesh Thapliyal

New Delhi: Two new teams will join the quest in the race for the coveted trophy as the 4th Edition of the ‘LLOYD Delhi Golf Club League powered by RADICO’ tees off at the historic Delhi Golf Club on October 3, 2024.  This takes the total count of teams to a maximum limit of 24. Sudhir Power and Victorious Choice are the two new teams at India’s most prestigious Golf League, the inaugural season of which, in 2021, witnessed 18 teams compete while 20 teams competed in the 2022 edition of the League and 22 teams in the 2023 edition.

The LLOYD Delhi Golf Club League powered by RADICO 2024, will conclude in a Grand Finale between the top two teams on October 26, 2024.  The last edition of the League (2023) was won by Christie’s Golf while ‘The A-Team’ (2022) and ‘Deutsche Motoren’ (2021) were the winners in the previous two editions.

Mr. Digraj Singh – CEO Digraj Golf Inc.

The League will be played on a four-ball better ball Matchplay Format and over two stages – a Round Robin stage followed by a Knock-out stage. During each playoff match between two teams in the Round Robin stage, each team will field 6 pairs (12 players). One pair from each team will play against a pair from the other team in a four ball better ball Matchplay format with all the players playing off 90% of their original handicaps. The teams will get points for their wins. The 24 teams have been divided into 4 groups. After the Round Robin stage, during which the teams from one group will compete against each other, the top 2 teams from each group will qualify for the Knock-out stage starting with the Quarter-finals. In the Knock-out Stage the matches between two teams will be contested by 7 pairs (14 players). The Finals will be played on October 26, 2024.

“When this League was commissioned in 2021, we expected it to be a reasonable success.  However, the League has grown by leaps and bounds, surpassing all expectations.  This is clearly thanks to the collective effort of the Team Owners, Sponsors, Organisers and not least the participants who have showcased some outstanding golf over the years” said Mr. Raj Khanna – Captain, Delhi Golf Club while addressing the media during the Press Conference. “We are thankful to both HAVELLS and RADICO without whose continued support, staging this League would not have been possible, as also the other sponsors who have stood by us through thick and thin” he added.

Col Mohit Nasa (Retd) – Chairman Tournament Committee of the League addressing the Press. 

“The popularity of the ‘LLOYD Delhi Golf Club League powered by RADICO’ is clear from the fact that there are two new teams that have joined the bandwagon every year.  The count which started at 18 teams is now an impressive 24”, said Col Mohit Nasa (Retd) – Chairman Tournament Committee of the League. “The League is also very inclusive with senior members playing alongside juniors, ladies and regular golfers. As a result the golfing ecosystem within the club is getting enriched” he signed off.  

 Mr. Alok Tickoo, Executive Vice President, Lloyd, could not attend the Press Conference, in a message he said “At Lloyd, we are proud to support initiatives that foster talent, teamwork, and excellence, such as the Delhi Golf Club League. This platform perfectly aligns with our commitment to driving growth and innovation, not only in the consumer durables sector but also in the communities we serve. Through our association with this prestigious event, we aim to celebrate the spirit of sportsmanship and contribute to the development of golf as a sport in India.”

“We are delighted to enter our second year as the ‘Powered By’ sponsors of The Lloyd Delhi Golf Club League. This partnership continues to provide us with a valuable opportunity to highlight Radico’s premium offerings while actively supporting the Delhi Golf Club’s admirable initiatives to promote the sport of golf said Mr. Amar Sinha, Chief Operating Officer, Radico Khaitan Ltd. “I have personally experienced the joy and solidarity that this beautiful game fosters. Each round on the course reminds me of the importance of sportsmanship and the connections we build through our shared passion. Together, we aim to elevate the golfing experience, reinforcing our commitment to excellence and nurturing a vibrant community within the sport” he added.

Ms. Mehar Atwal – Professional Golfer and
Mr. Chiragh Kumar – Professional Golfer.

Some of the biggest names in the golfing world who have honed their skills at the Delhi Golf Club, are involved with the League at different levels, including former National Champions and Arjuna Awardees Nonita Lal Qureshi and Amit Luthra.  Additionally, stalwarts such as Vikramjit Singh and Ashok Malik – both five times National Champions each, Gaurav Ghei – the first ever Indian golfer to qualify for the Open Championship ‘97; Vivek Bhandari – winner of the Honda-Siel PGA Championship ’97; top Coaches Amandeep Johl, Chiragh Kumar, Jasjit Singh, Vikram Sethi, Ajai Gupta, Amit Dube, Rahul Bajaj and several more such stalwarts are involved with the League. 

Journalist Rakesh Rao, Winner of the Oakley Putting Contest receives his prize from Col. Mohit Nasa (Retd.) – Chairman Tournament Committee (left) and leading professional golfer Amandeep Johl (right). 

The 24 teams competing in the League are:  The A-Team, Sterling Swingers, Baale Golf, Eagles & Birdies, Christie’s Golf, SwingKKings, Shiva, Bajaj Foundation, Tee Birds, The Pioneers, MMG Coca-Cola, 24 Secure Lions, TEEm EDC, Royal Ranthambore Athletic Drive, Deutsche Motoren, Birdie Machine, Ardee Masters, Bliss Golfers, B i Luxury, Bharat Strikers, Golf Code,  Dayal Opticals, Victorious Choice and Sudhir Power.

The list of Central Sponsors for the event include Lloyd who are the Title Sponsors. Radico wear the hat of ‘Powered By’ sponsors. The other supporting sponsors are: Official Car – Lexus, Scoring Partners – Grant Thornton, Official Apparel – Athletic Drive, COAL – The Official Skin Care Partners, Golf Plus – Golf Magazine partners.

The ‘Associate Partners’ sponsors include Power Gilt, The Suryaa and Three Sixty.

Highly qualified referees, Swadhin Patel and Nalini Singh are the Chief Referees for the League and they will be assisted by a panel of 10 additional referees. 

Vishal Gold and Digraj Golf Inc will continue to Market and Manage the League in partnership with Delhi Golf Club.