DESTINATION GOLF 2024
TRAVEL NEWS
Pairing Up at Singapore ’ s Laguna National
The national qualifiers for the International Pairs tournament , a global golf event in which players from almost 30 countries compete for a place in the world final , will tee-off at Laguna National Golf Resort Club next month .
Established in 1998 when golfers from clubs across the United Kingdom teamed up in pairs to play against each , International Pairs has evolved into a platform for amateur club golfers worldwide to showcase their skills on a global stage .
Troon partners with SKINS
Troon and SKINS , a cutting-edge golf app revolutionising on-course betting games for golfers , have announced a new partnership . The partnership between Troon and SKINS marks a milestone in the recreational and competitive golf world , promising to enhance the gaming experience on the course for golfers globally . The app ’ s exposure across Troon ’ s expansive global portfolio will help to drive SKINS ’ s core business .
Syngenta Expands Digital Platforms Team
Syngenta is expanding its Digital Platforms team in an effort to strengthen the support and development of its digital platform , including Spiio soil sensor technology . The additional expertise and talent will advance Syngenta capabilities with a focus on refining user experience . The Spiio soil sensor is designed to capture crucial soil metrics including moisture , temperature , salinity and light , serves as a cornerstone of Syngenta Digital Platforms ( SDP ).
Troon Acquires CaddieNow
Troon has acquired CaddieNow , a caddie technology and management company which currently partners with more than 50 clubs in 25 States . By adding CaddieNow to its current caddie services division , Troon can offer private clubs , public courses and resorts a full complement of caddie solutions based on a property ’ s individual needs .
The R & A Appoints Darbon as Chief Executive
Mark Darbon has been appointed Chief Executive of The R & A and Secretary of The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews . Darbon will succeed Martin Slumbers in the role leading the governing body and the organisation which runs The Open and AIG Women ’ s Open and invests in developing golf around the world in November . Pic : Richard Heathcote / R & A via Getty Imag
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