The Aramco Team Series presented by PIF, is poised to make a groundbreaking entrance into South Korea, as it marks its debut at the prestigious New Korea Country Club.

This event is notable as the first major tournament hosted at this exclusive venue in nearly four decades, stirring considerable anticipation in Seoul.

Set for May 10-12, the second round of the 2024 Aramco Team Series schedule will showcase LPGA stars like Hyo Joo Kim and Danielle Kang, alongside 2024 LET winners Bronte Law and Shannon Tan.

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Representing Golf Saudi, ambassadors Chiara Noja, Marianne Skarpnord and Pauline Roussin are set to participate in the Land of Morning Calm, underscoring Golf Saudi’s commitment to enhancing women’s golf in collaboration with Aramco and PIF.

For its debut in South Korea, Golf Saudi will also be partnering with KOLON Group, the Official Host Partner, to bring top-tier global talent to Seoul. Leveraging KOLON Group’s experience in organising premier events such as the Kolon Korea Open, this collaboration aims to deliver a world-class experience for both players and spectators.

The 2024 Aramco Team Series, kicked off its season with Team Roussin-Bouchard and Alexandra Forsterling clinching the team and individual titles in Tampa, Florida. As usual, 36 teams of 4 will battle it out over two days at New Korea Country Club to become the first Aramco Team Series – Korea Team Champions. Meanwhile, there is a three-day individual strokeplay competition contested between the 108-player field. 

Contributing to the growing success of golf in South Korea is World No. 9 and Amundi Evian Championship winner, Hyo-Joo Kim, who enters the tournament as the home crowd favourite.

For Kim, competing in Seoul as part of the LET, serves as a major source of motivation to clinch her first Aramco Team Series presented by PIF title, on her series debut.

Hyo-Joo Kim said: “I’ve heard from those on Tour how special Aramco Team Series events are and how they are set up like a Major. As soon as I heard the series was heading to Korea for the first time there was no doubt that I would
be competing.

“The unique format of the event excites me; I’ve never played in a tournament quite like it. I’m looking forward to competing with some of my fellow LPGA players here on Korean soil, and exciting the passionate crowds.” 

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Kim will be joined by LPGA star Danielle Kang, who is on the hunt for her first win since 2022. The Major winner is no stranger to the city, sharing a deep connection with South Korea thanks to her own Korean heritage.

Danielle Kang said: “I’m thrilled to be participating in the Aramco Team Series in Korea. I absolutely love the team aspect of this series and can’t wait to play alongside a great field of golfers from both the LPGA and LET. I am very thankful for this opportunity and excited to compete in Korea. See you all there.”

With the backdrop of the Bukhansan Mountain, the New Korea Country Club will be opening its doors to the public for the first time in 38 years – having been an exclusive and highly sought-after members’ club, just thirty minutes from the capital city.

The immaculate course, which is richly lined with cherry blossom trees, is equipped with undulating fairways and offering breath taking views, set to host the USD 1 million prize-funded event.

Following the Korean tournament, the 2024 series will continue with events in London, another Asian city, and conclude with the grand finale in Saudi Arabia at Riyadh Golf Club. 

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