Hosted by Gary Player, a famous and retired South African golfer who is considered one of the best golfers of all time, this annual sporting event brings together 64 world-class golfers from across the globe, to compete for a rich purse and display their unbelievable skills. The Nedbank Golf Challenge is played at the Gary Player Country Club of Sun City in Rustenburg. Visitors can book accommodation at the nearby 5-star Tshiberry Bed & Breakfast.
This revered and highly anticipated golfing competition has been taking place since 1981(initially called the Million Dollar Challenge) and is already highlighted on the calendars of sports enthusiasts months in advance. Spectators can look forward to another exciting golf tournament this year, which takes place on this well-maintained, challenging and internationally acclaimed 18-hole, par 72-cart golf course. This Gary Player golf course is one of the country’s top-ranked golf courses, set among breathtaking natural scenery.
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Taking place from the 14th – 17th of November, the Nedbank Golf Challenge of 2019 is an engaging event that even has its app, which communicates updated event information, special promotions, exclusive competitions and the various Sun City activities that will be taking place throughout this time. This exceptional golfing tournament forms part of the Rolex Series and leads up to the European Tour Race to Dubai. Competition favourites partaking this year include past winners Tommy Fleetwood, Lee Westwood and Louis Oosthuizen.
Experience world golf at its best at this year’s upcoming Nedbank Golf Challenge, where the Pilanesburg Mountains and stunning surrounding greenery create an incredible environment. Of course, big screens and leaderboards allow spectators to follow each stage of the competition in detail. This immaculate and lengthy golf course was constructed to comply with USGA specifications and displays distinguishing features, such as green complexes that allow for inspired pin positions on the clover-shaped putting surfaces. Strategically placed bunkers ensure that this golf course remains protected.
