The best of amateur golf will be on display when the 2025 World Amateur Team Championships (WATC) tees off at Tanah Merah Country Club (TMCC) from October 1-11, 2025. Early glimpses of talent from the next generation of golfing stars will be on show at the Tampines Course as they battle for the prestigious Eisenhower trophy and Espirito Santo trophy.
The World Amateur Team Championships are a biennial international amateur golf competition conducted by the International Golf Federation (IGF). The women’s teams will compete for the Espirito Santo Trophy from the 1-4 October while the men’s championship for the Eisenhower Trophy, will be played from 8-11 October 2025.
Established in 1958, the championships include up to 72 countries competing in 72 holes of stroke play competition. Each country fields two or three players with the two lowest scores counting per round.
TMCC, strategically located along Singapore’s East Coast, has undergone a remarkable transformation—from an open wasteland into a thriving ecosystem that supports a rich variety of flora and fauna. It is now home to two resplendent golf courses – Garden Course and Tampines Course.
Beyond golf, TMCC also boasts an array of facilities including an Olympic-size pool, squash and tennis courts, indoor and outdoor fitness areas and a children’s play area, as well as several food and beverage options.
The Tampines Course, which opened for play in 1988, has been the host venue for several high-profile international events including The Singapore International, International Series Singapore and the Hana Financial Group Singapore Women’s Open.
In 2017, the course underwent a major redevelopment and officially reopened on 23 February 2019. With its rolling hills, expansive greens, and strategic undulations, the 18-hole par-72 championship course offers a challenging yet rewarding test of skill. Precision and course management are crucial, as approach shots must stay pin-high for optimal scoring opportunities.
Preparatory works have been underway since November 2024, when Chris Hartwiger, Director of Agronomy at the USGA, and Stephanie from the USGA Agronomy team visited TMCC.
Elliott Gray, General Manager of TMCC, welcomed the insights from the USGA as he prepares his team to deliver a championship course that meets the highest standards for the world’s leading amateurs.
“Our Golf Course Superintendent, Adrian Tng, and his agronomy crew have been diligently implementing these recommendations to fine-tune the playing conditions. Every aspect of the course setup has been carefully evaluated to align with championship expectations, ensuring optimal playing conditions for the two tournament weeks in October,” said Gray.
Gray is confident of delivering not only a premium golfing experience for fans but also providing the elite amateurs with a true test of golf as they battle for pride and honour for their countries.
“The Tampines Course is specifically designed for championship play and provides the perfect stage for the top amateur golfers to showcase their skills as they navigate its challenging conditions.
“Overall, players can expect a stern test of skill and strategy at the Tampines Course, where course management, precision, and a keen understanding of the greens will be the key to success,” said Gray.
With all preparations in place, the stage is set for TMCC to deliver an unforgettable competition, making the 2025 WATC a standout event on Singapore’s vibrant sporting calendar.
