The Royal Trophy 2010- Europe vs. Asia Golf Championship (Chonburi, Thailand)
The Royal Trophy 2010 - Europe vs. Asia Golf Championship
The fourth edition of the Royal Trophy golf championship, played between the continents of Europe and Asia will take place on 8 – 10 January, 2010 at the exclusive Amata Spring Country Club in Chonburi, Thailand. The highly competitive team match-play epic Championship will feature eight players and a non-playing Captain representing the Asian and European continents respectively in a series of sixteen foursomes, four-ball and singles matches.
Henrik Stenson at Royal Trophy
With Asia triumphing over the Europeans for the first time in the latest edition, the upcoming Tournament will surely be a fantastic battle for stewardship of the solid-silver sixteen-kilogram Trophy, so graciously donated by His Majesty the King of Thailand. Players already nominated for the Asian Team for the fourth edition of the Royal Trophy include Thai power duo Prayad Marksaeng and Thongchai Jaidee, as well as global golf sensation Ryo Ishikawa.
Ryo Ishikawa at Royal Trophy
The magnificent Tournament will be played on 8 – 10 January, 2010, in the beautiful seaside province of Chonburi, located a mere 45 minutes away from bustling Bangkok. The cool breezes and bright sunshine typical of January in Thailand make this the perfect time for golfers to visit the Land of Smiles. The Championship offers a great opportunity to play some of the fantastic golf courses located in Bangkok, Chonburi and Pattaya, enjoy magnificent spas and beautiful Thai cuisine and cheer for Asia or Europe as they battle for the Royal Trophy – all while experiencing the unforgettable Thai hospitality. Special travel deals are now available to the Royal Trophy spectators and fans.
Spectators enjoy the great atmosphere
The Royal Trophy Premier and Major Sponsors include Heineken, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), PTT, Sports Authority of Thailand, Siam Commercial Bank, Sodick (Thailand) and THAI Airways. The Championship is also supported by Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and Chonburi Provincial Government. For further Tournament information, please call +662 651 9499 or visit the official website www.TheRoyalTrophy.com. The Royal Trophy is promoted by Entertainment Group Limited and Amen Corner S.A.
Ryo Ishikawa’s fans and supporters
