We're Seeing Very Robust Growth in Asia: Asian Tour CEO

The video discusses the Hong Kong Open's rich history and its apolitical stance, highlighting top players like Ernie Els and Miguel Angel Jimenez. It explains the unique course setup at Fanling and the Asian Tour's role in developing golf talent. The future of the Asian Tour is promising, with new events and growing interest from young golfers and sponsors.

What is notable about the Hong Kong Open in terms of its history?

• It is the oldest golf tournament in the world.

• It is held at the same venue every year.

• It is the most lucrative golf tournament globally.

• It is only surpassed by the US Open in terms of history.

What makes the Fanling course unique?

• It has the longest holes in Asia.

• It uses different types of grass for each hole.

• It is the only course with a water hazard on every hole.

• It is the oldest golf course in Hong Kong.

How is the Asian Tour structured in comparison to other tours?

• It is completely different from the PGA and European Tours.

• It is structured similarly to the PGA and European Tours.

• It only focuses on amateur golf.

• It is a part of the US Golf Association.

Which two players are highlighted as emerging talents from Asia?

• Anirban Lahiri and Cerdec Happy Band

• Hideki Matsuyama and Jason Day

• Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson

• Rory McIlroy and Sergio Garcia

What is the significance of the new events announced by the Asian Tour?

• They are exclusively for amateur players.

• They are the first events to be held in Europe.

• They include a Tri-sanctioned tournament with the European and Sunshine Tours.

• They are the most expensive tournaments in the world.