Kingston Heath Golf Club has won the battle to host the Presidents Cup when the biennial team competition returns to Melbourne in five years’ time.
The Presidents Cup will be contested in Victoria’s capital for a fourth time in 2028, however on the previous three occasions, Royal Melbourne has hosted the event involving USA and International (excluding Europe) line-ups.
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However, Kingston Heath – another of Melbourne’s famed Sandbelt courses – is set to stage the event for the first time.
“The Sandbelt region is home to some of the game’s most iconic venues, and Kingston Heath has proven to be a world-class host for a number of golf’s biggest tournaments,” PGA Tour senior vice president of championship management Matt Rapp said.
“We are looking forward to contesting an incredible Presidents Cup that Australians can take tremendous pride in showcasing Kingston Heath to golf fans around the world.”
Kingston Heath captain Stephen Montfort said the chance to host a “world-renowned iconic event celebrating the best players in the game” was “incredibly exciting”,
“Kingston Heath is subtle, but demanding, and the format of the Presidents Cup promises to deliver many memorable moments to celebrate at one of the great golf courses in world golf,” Montfort said.
“Our members are thrilled at the opportunity to showcase our wonderful club and we look forward to welcoming golf fans from all around the world to the Heath.”
Designed by Australian Dan Soutar and including a “natural bunkering layout spearheaded by legendary architect Alister Mackenzie”, Kingston Heath co-hosted last year’s Australian Open with Victoria Golf Club, and also staged the 2009 and 2012 Australian Masters, and the 2016 World Cup of Golf.
“Kingston Heath has a long and proud history of hosting major events and celebrating the best golfers in the world on our championship course,” Montfort said.
Next year’s Presidents Cup will be played at Canada’s Royal Montreal Golf Club, while the 2026 event will take place at the Medinah Country Club in Illinois, USA.