Phillaur ( Justice News)
\nRenowned Lawyer R S Gill Sponsors Rs.20 Lakh Prize Money Tournament
\nEncouraging Punjab\u2019s Youth is the Primary Goal \u2013 R S Gill
\nPhillaur, Punjab | March 22, 2025 \u00a0\u2013 The third event of the 2025 Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) NEXGEN season, the Phillaur Open, presented by R S Gill, will take place from March 25 to 27 at the Ranjitgarh Golf Club, Phillaur. The Pro-Am event is scheduled for March 23.<\/p>\n
Renowned lawyer and avid golfer Mr. R S Gill, father of BJP National Spokesperson Mr. Jaiveer Shergill, is hosting this prestigious event, marking the return of professional golf and the PGTI to Phillaur after a 14-year hiatus. The tournament offers a Rs.20 lakh prize purse and will be played over three rounds (54 holes), with the cut applied after two rounds (36 holes). The top 36 players and ties will advance to the final round.
\nThe event features a strong field of 90 professionals, including national players and emerging talent from Punjab. Notably, the winner of the 2025 NEXGEN Order of Merit will earn an exemption for the 2026 PGTI main tour.<\/p>\n
Mr. R S Gill, Presenting Partner said, \u00a0“I\u2019m delighted to collaborate with PGTI and the Ranjitgarh Golf Club to bring professional golf back to Phillaur after 14 years. This event will play a vital role in promoting the sport in Punjab and nurturing local golfing talent. I extend my best wishes to all the players.”<\/p>\n
Mr. Jaiveer Shergill, BJP National Spokesperson told the media that,”Our family is hosting this national event in Punjab with two key objectives: first, to put Punjab and its players on the national golfing map and promote local talent; second, to raise awareness about eradicating drug abuse by channeling the youth\u2019s energy toward the discipline of sports.”<\/p>\n
Talking about the tournament Mr. Amandeep Johl, CEO, PGTI shared that,”We\u2019re thrilled to return to Phillaur, an important golfing hub in Punjab, after 14 years. We extend our gratitude to Mr. R S Gill and the Ranjitgarh Golf Club for their support in bringing professional golf back to this region. Punjab has consistently produced top golfers, both professionals and amateurs, in men\u2019s and women\u2019s categories. Hosting PGTI in Punjab ensures that the pipeline for future golfing stars remains strong.<\/p>\n
The first two PGTI NEXGEN events of 2025 have delivered exciting contests, and we anticipate another thrilling week of high-quality golf in Phillaur as competition in the NEXGEN Order of Merit intensifies.”
\nThis tournament is set to be a milestone event for Punjab\u2019s golfing landscape, fostering young talent and strengthening the region\u2019s presence in Indian golf.<\/p>\n