15-time DP World Tour winner Paul Casey
The Porsche Singapore Classic field boasts the likes of defending champion Ockie Strydom, 2019 Open champion Shane Lowry and 15-time DP World Tour winner Paul Casey, but these stars will not be the only highlight at the Laguna National Golf Resort Club this week. Visitors to the event, which has welcomed Porsche as its new Title Partner this year, can enjoy a multitude of entertaining activities at a bustling Spectator Village. There are also chances to win various attractive prizes – with a Porsche Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid arguably the most enticing one.
More offerings have been added to the roster at the Spectator Village this year, including an exciting new twist on an old favourite normally called Closest to the Pin – the Porsche Panamera Shootout Qualifier. The top three qualifiers will get the opportunity to join the Porsche Panamera Shootout finals on Sunday after play, and the first qualifier who makes an ace on Hole 17 of the Classic Course wins the Porsche Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid.
Porsche Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid
Spectators can commemorate their visit with a photo at the Porsche Singapore Classic’s official welcome backdrop, where a Porsche Art Car will be displayed.
Other highlights include Par-Tee Time, a timed game where participants balance 18 balls on 18 tees, the Birdie Blitz Rewards claw machine, Leadbetter Golf Academy Kids Putting Challenge, and the Choose Your Man interactive display map for fans to show support for their favourite players competing in the Porsche Singapore Classic.
There are also plenty of opportunities for spectators to show off their creativity. Aspiring artists of all ages can display their work on a Doodle Wall, while those who want a memento of their drawings can visit the Be A Baller station and have their artwork immortalised on a collectible golf ball. The official merchandise shop is sure to be busy, featuring exclusive Porsche Singapore Classic logo wear as well as the Shisheido global suncare chalet for visitors to top up their sunscreen before heading out on course.
A multitude of food and beverage options are available throughout the day, as the action at Laguna National will continue even after play has concluded. Unwind with live music performances on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday evening. While the popular Beach Volleyball on the Green makes a return on Friday evening. Catch national beach volleyball player, Eliza Chong, and her teammates in an exhibition game set in the bunker right in front of The Nest.
Porsche Singapore Classic Executive Championship Director Patrick Bowers said: “We are offering an exciting series of activities that will cater to a range of audiences – from those who are new to golf and would like attend and check out their first golf event, to fans who are eagerly awaiting the action on the course from some of the biggest and most exciting names in golf. Here at the Laguna National Golf Resort Club, we have a wonderful opportunity to bring the game to more fans across all ages and levels of interest.”
He added: “This year, we also have the benefit of a new title sponsor whose active involvement will elevate the Spectator Village to the next level. The Porsche Panamera Shootout is one activity that fans will no doubt be looking out for. All these activities were specially-designed to further enhance the fan experience at the Porsche Singapore Classic, and we hope the audience enjoys their time at our event.”
“We’re looking forward expectantly to the first edition of the Porsche Singapore Classic,” said Deniz Keskin, Director Brand Management and Partnerships at Porsche AG. “The mixture of top golf with world class players, big stars from Asia and the opportunity to savour exclusive Porsche moments promises to be a memorable brand experience. This event fits perfectly to the internationalisation of our sponsoring strategy and will hopefully leave a lasting impression here in Singapore.”
Gavin Green of Malaysia. (Photo by Tom Dulat/Getty Images)
Other players confirmed for the US$2,500,000 Porsche Singapore Classic include DP World Tour winners Rikuya Hoshino, Rasmus Højgaard, Tom McKibbin and Yannik Paul, and Asian Games champion Kho Taichi and Malaysia’s Gavin Green. Singapore will be represented by three qualifiers: Nicklaus Chiam, Joshua Yap and amateur Irvyn Tan.
Tickets to the Porsche Singapore Classic are available here. Children aged 16 and under receive complimentary entry when accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket. The Porsche Singapore Classic spectator village will feature a multitude of activities, food & beverage and entertainment options for golfers and non-golfers alike.
