BMW Golf Cup International 2015 tees off in Pune

Pune. BMW India held the BMW Golf Cup International 2015 on 11 April 2015 at Oxford Golf and Country Club, Pune. Mr. Adkiait Gokhale and Mr. Sachin Gangal played an impressive round of golf to win the mens A and B category respectively in the Pune chapter of the coveted golf tournament. BMW Golf Cup International 2015 will hold 17 tournaments across India in fourteen cities – Kochi, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Pune, Kolkata, Raipur, Lucknow, Greater Noida and Gurgaon.

An exclusive, invitation-only event, the BMW Golf Cup International 2015 is an amateur golf tournament series designed for esteemed BMW customers that provides the right mix for an exclusive social interaction. India is one of the 42 participating countries where more than 100,000 players will compete across 1,000 qualifying tournaments. The winners of the tournaments from each Indian city will compete at the National Final. The national winners will come together at the BMW Golf Cup International 2015 World Final.

Mr. Philipp von Sahr, President, BMW Group India said, “We have seen tremendous response to BMW Golf Cup International 2015 and we take pride in hosting the same in Pune. The world of amateur golf in India is witnessing progressive development and exemplifies the advancement and legacy of the sport in this country.  It‘s an honour for BMW India to be associated with the game of royalty and elegance. BMW recognizes golf worldwide and this tournament is a great opportunity for amateur golfers to showcase their talent & hone their skills.  I am amazed at the level of zeal and enthusiasm shown by the participants here today which is truly spectacular. The association of lifestyle finesse has been a hallmark of the BMW Golf Cup International and it is regarded as one of the most prestigious events in the golfing calendar.”

BMW India dealers will identify amateur golfers amongst BMW owners who would be interested in participating in the tournament. The tournaments will be held in accordance with the rules of the respective local golf club.

As a part of BMW Golf Cup International 2015, BMW India will also conduct Golf Clinics in all 14 cities. Conducted by experts, Golf Clinics will serve as an introduction to golf for the participants. Participants will be able to practice and take professional advice to get a first impression of the game. BMW dealerships will organize 8 – 10 Golf Clinics per city for the customers

Mr. Vishal Agarwal, Managing Director,  Bavaria Motors  said, “BMW Golf Cup International is an excellent platform for golfers to compete and enhance their skills. We are thrilled with the response at the Pune tournament. BMW Golf Cup International also presents us with a great opportunity to engage with our customers in a joyous and relaxed atmosphere.”

The BMW Golf Cup International 2015 has three categories, A (for handicaps up to 12), B (for handicaps 13 – 28) and Ladies Category (for handicaps up to 28).

The winners of the Pune tournament are as follows.

Men A

Winner – Mr. Adkiait Gokhale

Runner Up – Mr. Sachin Gangal

Second Runner Up – Mr. Chirag Shah

Men B

Winner – Mr. Dhwanit Malani

Runner Up – Mr. Jitendra Munot

Second Runner Up – Mr. Gulab Ghule

Women

Winner – Ms. Dolly Mangat

Runner Up – Ms. Subbalaxmi N.

Others

Longest Drive (Men) – Mr. Durgesh Kotwal

Closest to the Pin (Men) – Mr. Aditya Pusalkar

Straight Drive (Men) – Mr. MV Rao

Photo Captions:

01 Image (L-R): Mr. Vishal Agarwal, Managing Director,  Bavaria Motors with Mr. Adkiait Gokhale, Winner – Men’s Category A
02 Image (L-R): Mr. Vishal Agarwal, Managing Director,  Bavaria Motors with Mr. Dhwanit Malani, Winner – Men’s Category A

03 Image        : Mr. Vishal Agarwal, Managing Director,  Bavaria Motors with all winners

Schedule of the BMW Golf Cup International 2015 in India is as follows –       

24 January 2015 - Kochi

31 January 2015 - Chennai

14 February 2015 - Bangalore

21 February 2015 - Hyderabad

28 February 2015 - Jaipur

8 March 2015 - Chandigarh

28 March 2015 - Ahmedabad

4 April 2015 - Mumbai

5 April 2015 - Mumbai

11 April 2015 - Pune

11 October 2015 - Kolkata

18 October 2015 - Raipur

25 October 2015 - Lucknow

19 November 2015 - Greater Noida

20 November 2015 - Greater Noida

26 November 2015 - Gurgaon

27 November 2015 - Gurgaon

November 2015 - National Final

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