Randy Bintang, Rayhan Latief chase Asia-Pacific amateur golf title
The country’s top two amateur golfers will lead a six-strong delegation to the AAC in New Zealand, where the champion will be given a chance to play in next year's Masters and The Open.
Indonesia's top amateur golfers Randy Bintang and Rayhan Latief are spearheading a six-strong delegation to compete for the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship (AAC) title in New Zealand. The championship, taking place from October 29 to November 1 at Te Arai Links in Auckland, offers the winner a chance to play in the 91st Masters Tournament and secure an exemption into the 155th Open in 2027.
The tournament marks the 17th edition for Indonesia, with the team aiming to improve on their best finish of tied 17th in previous tournaments. Randy and Rayhan will be supported by Kenneth Sutianto, William Wijaya, Jayawardana Dornan, and Asa Najib Bhakti. Rayhan, 19, emphasized the significance of the event, stating that the opportunity to play two majors if victorious makes the championship particularly special.
Randy, 22, will be making his fifth consecutive appearance in the tournament. He expressed excitement for New Zealand, particularly the challenge of playing at a links course. Randy acknowledged the growing talent pool in Indonesia, expressing hope that a breakthrough win by one of their young golfers could inspire the next generation.
The AAC features 120 players from 40 Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation member organizations, launched in 2009 by the APGC, The R&A, and the Masters Tournament. The event has become a pathway to the professional game, with past competitors including Hideki Matsuyama, Cameron Smith, Ryan Fox, Min Woo Lee, and C.T. Pan.
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