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Kapil Dev praised the Adani Group’s efforts to promote golf in India at the launch of the Adani-PGTI Golf Training Academy. He emphasized the role of corporate support in expanding non-cricketing sports. The academy aims to provide world-class training to nurture future golf champions. Large-scale tournaments and grassroots events will help make golf more accessible nationwide.

Key Points: Kapil Dev Supports Adani Group Push to Grow Golf in India

  • Adani-PGTI Academy aims to elevate golf’s profile in India
  • Kapil Dev highlights need for corporate sports investment
  • Initiative includes Adani Invitational Golf Championship 2025
  • Focus on grassroots events to inspire young talent
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Kapil Dev backs Adani Group's push to make golf mainstream sport in India

Kapil Dev endorses Adani-PGTI Golf Academy launch, stressing corporate backing to make golf mainstream and nurture future champions.

"Every tournament is a boost to the game... Tournaments bring in good people, attract top companies, and that’s what we need to grow the sport. – Kapil Dev"

Ahmedabad, March 29

Ahmedabad witnessed a landmark moment for Indian golf with the launch of the Adani-PGTI Golf Training Academy at the Belvedere Golf & Country Club. The initiative, a joint venture between the Adani Group and the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), aims to elevate golf’s presence in India and cultivate a new generation of global champions.

Ahmedabad, March 29 (IANS) Ahmedabad witnessed a landmark moment for Indian golf with the launch of the Adani-PGTI Golf Training Academy at the Belvedere Golf & Country Club. The initiative, a joint venture between the Adani Group and the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), aims to elevate golf’s presence in India and cultivate a new generation of global champions. Adding to the excitement, the Adani Group also announced its entry into Indian professional golf with the launch of the ‘Adani Invitational Golf Championship 2025'.

Cricket legend Kapil Dev, who attended the launch event, lauded the Adani Group’s commitment to promoting golf and other sports in India. In his address, he emphasised the importance of corporate support in nurturing sporting talent and broadening the accessibility of non-cricketing disciplines.

“Most of the time, we see focus on cricket, but it makes me very happy that you are giving time to other sports like golf. Every tournament is a boost to the game,” Kapil Dev said.

“Tournaments bring in good people, attract top companies, and that’s what we need to grow the sport.”

Drawing a parallel with cricket, Kapil Dev highlighted how academies play a crucial role in shaping future stars. “Why do we go to good schools and colleges? Because they produce top students. The same applies to sports. If there are quality academies in every city, we will create good golfers just like we have produced great cricketers.”

The Adani-PGTI Golf Training Academy aims to provide world-class infrastructure and coaching to aspiring golfers, offering them a platform to develop their skills at a professional level. With training facilities in Ahmedabad, the initiative seeks to make golf more accessible and nurture young talents across the country.

Kapil Dev also stressed the importance of hosting large-scale tournaments and grassroots events to encourage young players. “If there are more tournaments for children, parents will feel motivated to push them towards the sport. That’s the future - creating opportunities through well-equipped ranges and practice grounds,” he added.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
This is fantastic news! Golf has always been seen as an elite sport in India. Making it more accessible through academies and tournaments could really change the game. Kapil Dev's support adds so much credibility too. ⛳
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the initiative, I wonder if this will truly reach middle-class families. Golf equipment and membership fees are still prohibitively expensive. Hope they include scholarship programs.
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Vikram S.
Kapil Dev makes a great point about academies producing quality players. We've seen it work in cricket, no reason it can't work for golf. Excited to see Indian golfers competing internationally in coming years!
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Ananya R.
Love seeing more sports getting attention in India! My son has been interested in golf but we didn't know where to start. This academy might be perfect for him. Anyone know when admissions open?
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Sanjay P.
The Adani Invitational Championship in 2025 sounds promising. Hope they can attract top international players to compete. That exposure would be invaluable for our young golfers.
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Neha T.
Great initiative but I hope they expand beyond Ahmedabad soon. Golf needs to reach smaller cities too if we want to discover real talent across the country.

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