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CENTARA WORLD MASTERS GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP14-20 June 2015 | Hua Hin, Thailand

Thailand’sBEST WEEKof Golf and Fun

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Welcome to Hua Hin

04/0604/06 Welcome Messages

08 Event Itinerary

09 Important Contacts

11 Tournament Registration Golf Club Concierge

12 Transfers and Arrival Details Pre-Tour in Hua Hin

14 Welcome Reception

18 Optional Activities / Non Golfer Activities

19 19th Hole Details / Special Dinners 20 Gala Presentation Dinner

21 Major Prize Draw

23 Tournament Terms & Conditions

29 Tips for Thailand

30 Players’ Profiles


WELCOME! It is with great pride and much pleasure that we welcome you to the Kingdom of Thailand and the royal city of Hua Hin for the 2015 Centara World Masters Golf Championship.

This tournament has quickly become Asia’s best ‘week of golf’. We are sure that the quality of the golf courses, the ever-smiling caddies, nightly entertainment events and the fun and friendship enjoyed with fellow golfers from all over the globe will only enhance the event’s reputation.

With a sell-out field of 600 golfers, the Centara Masters has quickly become Asia’s biggest event for club golfers. There’s a massive contingent from Australia, while large groups have come from India, Phillipines, New Zealand and Vietnam. We also welcome golfers from China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Thailand, UAE, UK and the United States.

Festivities start with a welcome dinner at the iconic Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas. The 19th Hole will be poolside at the Hilton on Monday night and then at Centara on Tuesday and Thursday nights. The 19th Hole will have big screen highlights of the golfing action, presentations to daily winners and lucky draws while you enjoy complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks. The week culminates with a glamorous presentation dinner poolside at Centara hosted by the City of Hua Hin.

Black Mountain, Banyan, Majestic Creek and Imperial Lake View are in superb condition to host the Championship. It is a joy to play with well-trained and friendly caddies who will proudly wear your personalised caddie bib.

Non golfing partners can also look forward to experiencing Hua Hin’s rich culture and attractions. Spoilt for choice, you can relax, tour or shop until your heart’s content.

An event of this magnitude can only be possible with the support of major sponsors and partners and we thank Centara Hotels & Resorts, Chang, Coca-Cola, TaylorMade, Tourism Authority of Thailand and the City of Hua Hin for sharing our vision in bringing the Centara World Masters to life.

This program outlines all important information relating to golf, functions, transport, tours and more. Our team will be on standby at all of the venues to assist you with anything else you require.

We trust this week brings you great enjoyment on and off the course, new friends and wonderful memories that will keep you coming back year after year.

Enjoy Hua Hin and the Centara World Masters Golf Championship.

Tournament Directors

Welcome to the Centara World Masters Golf Championship

Peter McCarthyManaging Director, Go Golfing

Mark SiegelManaging Director, Golfasian


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As a proud supporter of the Centara World Mas-ters, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) wel-

comes you to the city of Hua Hin in the province of Pra-chuap Khiri Khan and to the Kingdom of Thailand. Following on from last year’s success we are pleased to welcome almost 700 visitors from more than 20 countries around the world this year. We are sure that you will enjoy everything that Hua Hin and the Cha-Am region has to offer. Royal Hua Hin Golf Club, built in 1924, was Thailand’s first ever golf course. Now Hua Hin is home to nine courses, including sev-eral of the best in Asia. In November 2013, Hua Hin was awarded by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) Asia and Australasia’s 2014 Golf Destination of the Year, an honour befitting the area’s rising status among golf visitors. As you will discover, the Hua Hin - Cha-am re-gion also has wonderful beaches, scenery, nature, food, nightlife and accommodation to suit all budgets. On behalf of TAT, I wish you a wonderful event experience in Hua Hin and safe travels as you journey around the King-dom. We hope you return again with more of your family and friends. As every visitor to the Kingdom knows, they will feel most welcome.

Mr. Tanes PetsuwanExecutive Director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand

Message from the Executive Direc-tor of Tourism Authority Thailand

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Message from the CEO of Centara Hotels & Resorts

W elcome to the Centara World Masters Golf Championship 2015.

For the second consecutive year, Centara Hotels & Resorts is proud to be the host for the Centara World Masters Golf Championship 2015 – Asia’s biggest week of amateur tournament golf. This event was a great success last year and it is our pleasure once again to welcome golfers from 24 countries who

will experience Hua Hin’s world class golf courses. Of particular delight is to see the growth of this event from its inaugural year - now with no less than 600 golfers and a total of 700 visitors enjoying their week in Hua Hin. Much more than a golf tournament, every participant is able to enjoy a fun-filled week with numerous leisure activities at the hotel’s facilities. The program highlights include a welcome party on Hua Hin’s

beach front and the farewell celebration surrounding the hotel’s Colonial pool. We are also offering a fantastic range of dining and world class entertaining options as well as spa treatments, tailor-made exclusively for the golfers to ensure that their time spent with us will be truly relaxing.

Last but not the least we are delighted to be the main sponsor of this tournament once again and are confident that this edition of the Centara World Masters Golf Championship will be even more memorable. We wish everyone a week of successful competition and great enjoyment! Thirayuth Chirathivat CEO, Centara Hotels & Resorts

About Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua HinOriginally known as the “Railway Hotel”, the Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas first opened during the early 1920s, just as the cozy fishing village of Hua Hin was being discovered by the world via the opening of a new railway line to Malaysia. What was to become over time Thailand’s most refined beach resort was fortuitously graced by the newly-built Railway Hotel, which was designed along classic colonial lines. Now sympathetically restored and expanded to include all of the recreational and guest facilities that travelers expect from a beach resort, the Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas remains one of the ‘grand old hotels’ of the East, and accordingly, is a member of the prestigious Leading Hotels of the World marque.

About Centara Hotels & ResortsCentara Hotels & Resorts is Thailand’s leading hotel operator, with 48 deluxe and first-class properties across all of the major tourist destinations in the Kingdom, as well as a further 25 hotels and resorts in the Maldives, Vietnam, Bali, Sri Lanka, Qatar, Laos, Oman, Turkey and China. The diversity of Centara properties means that the brand can cater easily to all of the differing needs of couples, families, individuals, and business professionals.


Event Itinerary

SUNDAY 14 JUNE 2015 EVENTS LOCATIONS10:00am - 7:00pm Player arrival and registration Centara - Colonial Hall 1

Banyan - Lobby

7:00pm - 9:00pm Welcome Reception Poolside, Centara Resort

MONDAY 15 JUNE 2015 EVENTS LOCATIONS6:00am or 11:00am departure Round 1 Centara World Masters Hotel Lobby, Centara & Banyan

(refer to draw for time)

8:45am / 9:00am Non golfer Welcome to Hua Hin Tour Hotel Lobby, Banyan / Centara

11:00am Thai Cooking Class Centara Railway Restaurant

6:30pm - 7:30pm 19th Hole Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa

TUESDAY 16 JUNE 2015 EVENTS LOCATIONS6:00am or 11:00am departure Round 2 Centara World Masters Hotel Lobby, Centara & Banyan


8:45am / 9:00am Non golfer Welcome to Hua Hin Tour Hotel Lobby, Banyan / Centara

11:00am Thai Cooking Class Centara Railway Restaurant

6:30pm - 7:30pm 19th Hole Lobby Lawn, Centara Resort

7:30pm - 10:00pm Optional Dinner: Beach Party Palm Terrace, Centara Resort

WEDNESDAY 17 JUNE 2015 EVENTS - OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES LOCATIONS7:15am Floating Market Tour Hotel Lobby, Banyan

7:30am Floating Market Tour Hotel Lobby, Centara

8:00am or 11:00am Elephant Village Tour (refer to tour confirmation) Hotel Lobby, Centara & Banyan

6:45am River Kwai Tour Hotel Lobby, Banyan

7:00am River Kwai Tour Hotel Lobby, Centara

11:00am Springfield Golf Course Hotel Lobby, Centara & Banyan

THURSDAY 18 JUNE 2015 EVENTS LOCATIONS6:00am or 11:00am departure Round 3 Centara World Masters Hotel Lobby, Centara & Banyan


6:30pm - 7:30pm 19 Hole Lobby Lawn, Centara Resort

7:30pm - 9:30pm Optional Dinner: Golf Trivia Game Show Railway Restaurant, Centara Resort

FRIDAY 19 JUNE 2015 EVENTS LOCATIONS6:00am or 11:00am departure Round 4 Centara World Masters Hotel Lobby, Centara & Banyan


7:00pm - 10:00pm Presentation Dinner Poolside, Centara Resort

SATURDAY 20 JUNE 2015 EVENTS LOCATIONSAs per departure details Departures (You will be advised of your transfer time) Hotel Lobby


SURF&TURFEnjoy our special free flow BBQ buffetwith 60’s 70’s music and dance shows

on Wednesday, 17th June 2015from 7pm onwardsat Splash Pool Bar

THB 899.-net per person

Banyan The Resort, Hua Hin Tel: 0 32538 888 Fax: 0 32538 889 Email: [email protected]/BanyanTheResortHuaHin Twitter: @banyan_thailand

Important Contacts

Event Staff Centara World Masters

Peter McCarthy Tournament DirectorMark Siegel Tournament DirectorMark Hawley Tournament CoordinatorEmily Ryan Hospitality Coordinator

Golf Hotline TransportationKhun Troy Transportation

Khun Tina OperationsBryan Rhodes Operations

Accommodations

Centara Grand Beach ResortBanyan - The ResortHilton Hua Hin Resort and Spa

Restaurants and Bars

Prime SteakhouseCool BreezeHagiLa GrappaLa Paillote

Spa

Cenvaree at Centara

Medical

Bangkok Hospital Hua Hin

(062) 412 2911(062) 412 2914(062) 412 2912(062) 412 2913 (081) 987 3170(092) 513 5302

(081) 613 6189(092) 456 1046

(032) 512 021(032) 538 888(032) 538 999

(032) 532 507(032) 531 062(032) 512 021(032) 516 510(032) 521 025

(032) 512 021

(032) 616 800

Note: The country code for Thailand is +66


Tournament Registration Details

You will receive at registration:• Name tag – your ticket into all tournament functions • Your tournament handicap (based on information you have provided). For Australian participants

who have supplied their GOLF Link number, we will download your latest handicap on Monday 8 June 2015.

• Tournament draws• Official Player Program• Souvenir tournament golf shirt & caddie bib• Information on local offers and discounts

At tournament registration you will be advised of your tournament handicap. Handicap adjustments, downwards only, will be made for players scoring better than the calculated course rating. Revised handicap will be printed on your scorecard.

Unable to attend Sunday registration? For late arrivals you will be able to register at your Monday course.

Sunday 14 June 2015 | 10:00am – 7.00pmCentara & Hilton Guests: Centara Colonial Hall 1 Banyan Guests: Banyan Lobby

TaylorMade Store

TaylorMade will be operating a pop-up store at Colonial Hall 1 – Centara Grand throughout the week of the Tournament. Trained TaylorMade staff will be on hand to answer questions about their product range and take advantage of special discounts.

Golf Club ConciergeFor your convenience we provide a concierge service for your golf clubs. We will transfer your golf bag from course to course so your clubs will be on your cart ready for play each day.

Please assist us by following these simple procedures:

On Sunday June 14, event staff will collect your golf clubs upon arrival at your hotel. Please assist us by removing travel cover, valuables and any items you require before your round on Monday. Event staff will affix your bag identification tag to the carry handle of your golf bag. Your golf clubs will be on your cart ready for play each day.

Early arrivals, those arranging their own transportation to Hua Hin and local entrants, please bring your golf clubs with you to tournament registration on Sunday June 14.

After completion of each round please make sure you have all your personal items, cell phone etc, and fasten all zips. Caddies will take your clubs to the event staff for transport to the next golf course.

After completing your final round on Friday June 19, your golf clubs will be returned to your room (Centara, Banyan or Hilton only).

For local entrants, please take your golf clubs after completion of the final round on Friday June 19.

Playing golf on Wednesday 17 June?If you have registered to play the optional round at Springfield, event staff will arrange transfer of your clubs to Springfield. After this round, clubs will be transferred to your Thursday course.

If you intend playing another course or practicing on Wednesday, please take your clubs with you after your Tuesday round and bring back with you on Thursday.


Transfers and Arrival Details

Arrival DetailsUpon disembarkation from aircraft:Proceed to Immigration for passport check.

After passport check:Walk to the airlines’ designated baggage carousel to collect all your belongings (don’t forget your golf bags). Trolleys are available free of charge. After this, proceed through customs clearance (green channel).

After Customs:Proceed to the public area of the arrival hall and walk to Gate 3 where a Golfasian representative will be waiting with a Centara World Masters sign. Look for this logo:

Golf TransfersThis service is exclusively for golfers who have booked accommodation at Hilton, Banyan & Centara. Please check your schedule and start times provided and make sure you catch the right bus each day.

Be ready (outside lobby) at Centara & Banyan 5 minutes before the scheduled departure times. If you miss the bus, you will need to make your own way to the golf course at your own expense. Separate buses with signage will identify which course they are going to each day. Courses change daily. Our staff will help direct you to the right bus.

Morning Fields6:00am All days from Lobby (Centara / Banyan)1:15pm Return transfer: from Golf Clubs to Hotel (Centara / Banyan)

Afternoon Fields11:00am All days from Lobby (Centara / Banyan)5:30pm Return transfer: from Golf Club to Hotel (Centara / Banyan)

Note: Breakfast available at Hotel from 5.30am each day.

THURSDAY 11 JUNE EVENTAs per arrival details Check-in at hotel

6:00pm Transfer from Banyan to Centara Grand

6:30pm - 7:30pm Join your hosts for a welcome drink at Palm Terrace, Centara Resort. Mingle with the 70 guests joining the Centara Masters pre tour.

FRIDAY 12 JUNE EVENT6:00am - 7:00am Breakfast

7:00am Depart hotel lobby (Banyan / Centara) for golf at Black Mountain hosts of 2012 Royal Trophy and 2014 Kings Cup

8:00am Round 1There will be time for lunch and refreshments after golf at the clubhouse.Organisers will transfer your clubs to Banyan Golf Club for tomorrow’s round.

6:30pm Depart Centara hotel lobby (6:45 from Banyan) for dinner at Electric Mango Steakhouse. Dinner and entertainment is included – beverages at own expense.

SATURDAY 13 JUNE EVENT6:00am - 7:00am Breakfast

7:00am / 7:15am Centara / Banyan - Depart hotel lobby for golf at Banyan (2009 Best New Course in Asia)

8:00am Round 2There will be time for lunch and refreshments after golf at the clubhouse.Golf presentations will also be made.Evening at leisure.

SUNDAY 14 JUNE EVENTDay at leisure. Please let us know if you would like us to arrange a round of golf for you, including complimentary transfers.Remember to register today for the Centara World Masters (10am-7pm) at Centara or Banyan.

“Practice Like a Pro” Pre-Tour


Centara World MastersWelcome Reception

• Sunday, June 14• Centara Resort Poolside • 7:00pm - 9:00pm• Entry by lanyard or ticket only• Smart casual attire

Join us poolside at Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas and catch up with golfing friends – old and new. Enjoy the celebrations and complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks.

Transfers will be provided for Banyan participants at 6:00pm returning at 9:15pm, Banyan Resort.

Presented by the Tourism Authority of Thailand

Welcome Reception

62 Naresdamri Road, Hua Hin Tel: 032 531 062 www.coolbreezecafebar.com

SPANISH TAPAS & MEDITERRANEAN CUSINE

Welcomes Golfers for the Centara World Masters 10% Discount on food for participating golfers


Non Golfer Activities

River Kwai Tour (Full Day)Wednesday 17 JuneDepart Banyan: 6:45amDepart Centara: 7:00am Cost: THB 2,200

The River Kwai tour is a fascinating destination, site of the Japanese occupation of the Thai Burmese border during WWII. The tour includes the notorious black iron bridge, along with the “Death Railway” worked on by thousands of Allied POWs.

Dress:• Comfortable attire and walking shoes

recommended

Elephant Riding Experience (3 hrs)Wednesday 17 JuneDepart: 8:00am / 11:00amPlease refer to tour confirmation for scheduled departure time Cost: THB 2,300 – places limited

You’ll have a chance to feed bananas to the elephants & watch them taking their daily bath in the stream before demonstrating logging techniques used in the jungle. You will be surprised by their strength and clever teamwork. Then climb onboard and ride through the jungle for an hour before returning to hotel.


recommended

Floating Market Tour (5 hrs)Wednesday 17 June, Depart Banyan: 7:15am Depart Centara: 7:30amCost: THB 1,900

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market is home to a quaint floating market which cuts through a canal and a small community of vintage cafés, restaurants and wooden shop-houses selling souvenirs, books and Thai sweets.


recommended

Optional Activities

Welcome to Hua Hin (3 hrs)Monday 15 June / Tuesday 16 JunePlease refer to tour confirmation for scheduled departure time Depart Banyan: 8:45amDepart Centara: 9:00am

Join us on a visit to the beautiful summer seaside Mrigadayavan Palace, built in 1923 under the royal command of King Rama VI. Take a whistlestop tour of Hua Hin Railway Station, one of Thailand’s oldest and most beautiful railway stations with striking and unique architecture. We’ll also be making our way to the Khao Takiab Vantage Point to enjoy a bird’s eye view of Hua Hin and pay our respects to the giant golden Buddha Statue at the Wat Khao Takiab Temple.

Dress:Men • long pants or shorts past the knee, no tank

topsWomen • no short skirts or sleeveless tops.• Comfortable walking shoes recommended

Thai Cooking Class (3 hrs)Monday 15 June / Tuesday 16 JuneMeet at Centara Railway Restaurant: 10:00am

There is no better way to learn Thai cuisine than once you are in Thailand and taking a Thai cooking course, taught by a qualified Thai professional. Join other non golfers from Centara Grand for a traditional Thai cooking class, everyone will be treated to a delicious lunch after the class.

Optional GolfWednesday 17 June at Springfield CCDepart Centara & Banyan: 11:00am Shotgun start: 12:30pmCost: THB 3,800

The Jack Nicklaus designed Springfield is rated one of the best in Hua Hin.Includes: Golf, caddie, cart and transfers.Limited space available – [email protected] to book.

The class uses the freshest local & seasonal produce. You will learn practical Thai techniques as well the substitutions for Thai local ingredients ensuring you can prepare the dishes authentically and innovatively back home.

Dress:• Comfortable attire

RSVP Required (7 June) – Email [email protected] to confirm your place.


19th Hole

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas will be the host to the 19th hole festivities to be held on the Lobby lawn. Enjoy a beer courtesy of Chang to keep you cool, while you receive an update on the day’s play, prize winners and leader board results.

Day Time VenueMon15 June 6.30pm – 7.30pm Hilton - Poolside

Tue 16 June 6.30pm – 7.30pm Centara – Lobby Lawn

Thu 18 June 6.30pm – 7.30pm Centara – Lobby Lawn

Transfers will be provided for Banyan participants at 6:00pm returning 7:30pm.

TUESDAY 16 JUNE EVENT7:30pm - 10:00pm Dinner + Beach Party

Venue: Palm Terrace CentaraPrice: THB 1,500Inclusions: BBQ dinner, free flow beer and soft drinks. Wine THB150 per glass.

Pack your Hawaiian shirt and be prepared to party with our DJ down by the beach. It’s a rest day tomorrow so let your hair down and enjoy the night.

Return transfers to Banyan at 10:00pm

THURSDAY 18 JUNE EVENT

7:30pm - 9:30pm Dinner + Golf TriviaVenue: Railway Restaurant, CentaraPrice: THB 1,500Inclusions: Thai cuisine, free flow beer and soft drinks. Wine THB 150 per glass.

Compete in small teams to answer a variety of golf trivia questions suitable for an international audience. Loads of fun and lots of laughs.

Return transfers to Banyan at 9:30pm

Special Dinners * Limited places available! Contact [email protected] to book today *

Our Centara World Mas-ters restaurant sponsors are offering great dinner options during the week. Why not take advantage of the delicious menus at:

• Prime Steakhouse• Cool Breeze• Hagi• La Grappa• La Paillote

Special Local Restaurant Offers


• Friday, June 19• Centara Resort Poolside• 7:00pm - 10:00pm• Entry by lanyard or ticket only• Casual attire

The presentation dinner is a stunning affair set in the beautiful Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas. Enjoy prize presentations, major prize draws, fine cuisine and a dance band.

Transfers will be provided for Banyan participants only at 6:30pm; returning 10:15pm.

Proudly supported by The City of Hua Hin

Presentation Dinner

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Major Prize Draw

7 fantastic prizes to be won!

Grand Prizes

1 Entry to the Ladbrokes World Masters Golf Championship in Gold Coast from 25-31 October 2015 Prize includes tournament entry package, 7 nights at Mercure Gold Coast Resort, daily golf transfers and return airfares.

1 Entry to the 2016 Centara World Masters Golf Championship from 12-18 June 2016Prize includes tournament entry package, 6 nights at the 5 star Centara Grand Beach Resort, daily golf transfers and return airfares.

Golf Coast Vietnam Danang HolidayPrize includes 3 rounds of golf, 1 night at the 5 star Angsana and 3 nights at the 5 star Pullman (incl. Spa + dinner) and all airport & golf transfers for 2 persons.

Best of Pattaya GolfPrize includes 3 rounds of golf, 4 nights at the 5 star Centara Grand Modus Resort Pattaya and all airport & golf transfers for 2 persons.

Best of Bangkok GolfPrize includes 3 rounds of golf, 4 nights Deluxe Hotel and all airport & golf transfers for 2 persons.

Best of Phuket GolfPrize includes 3 rounds of golf, 4 nights at the 5 star Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket and all airport & golf transfers for 2 persons.

Best of Chiang Mai GolfPrize includes 3 rounds of golf, 4 nights Deluxe Hotel and all airport & golf transfers for 2 persons.

Prizes drawn at the gala presentation dinner Friday 19th June

Golf Holiday Prizes


P +61 7 55082250 E [email protected]

Ladbrokes World MastersGold Coast, Australia | 25 - 31 October, 201520th Anniversary Event Celebration – Come and see why 13,000 golfers from 28 countries have travelled to the Gold Coast to play in Asia Pacilc’s biggest and richest tournament for club golfers. Play top ranking courses, enjoy great fun, friendship and world class entertainment at the nighty socials and parties. This is Australia’s best ‘week of golf’.

Package Includes:- 4 Championship rounds at The Pines – Sanctuary Cove, Links Hope Island, RACV Royal Pines & The Glades.- Motorised carts at all courses- 15 divisions - play with golfers your own age + handicap- Gala presentation dinner at Mercure Gold Coast including 3 course dinner, beverages and dance band- Gala presentation dinner at Mercure Gold Coast including 3 course dinner, beverages and dance band- Welcome BBQ dinner under the stars at Mercure Gold Coast including beverages and entertainment- Nightly social events & 19th hole parties- Share in over $100,000 in trophies and prizes- Get automatic entry into major prize draw- Stylish tournament polo shirt- Golf club valet service- Bonus discount vouchers *conditions apply- Bonus discount vouchers *conditions apply

Book before 15 July and receive a $100 entry discount, Srixon gift pack valued at $60 – towel, cap and Z star sleeve of golf balls PLUS 5 bonus entries in lucky draws for $30,000 in prizes.

Golfer package from AUD899 | Non Golfer Package AUD499 | Accommodation from AUD70pp per night

Speak to your tournament hosts Peter McCarthy and Mark Hawley during the week or visit www.gogollng.net.au


Tournament Terms & Conditions1. The 2015 Centara World Masters Golf Championship (‘The Championship’) shall be under the management and control of the Tournament Committee, whose decision on all matters relating to the Championship will be final. 2. The Championship will be a 72 hole single stableford event. ‘A’ grade golfers will also be eligible to compete for a 72 hole ‘gross’ event. Competition rounds will be conducted on Monday 15 June, Tuesday 16 June, Thursday 18 June and Friday 19 June 2015. 3. Golfers will be drawn to play one round at each of the four host courses. Course allocations and start times will be sent finalised by the 8 June 2015. All golfers will be drawn to play two morning and two afternoon rounds. A separate draw for playing partners will be conducted for each round. We can provide you with the same start times each day as your friends but cannot guarantee the same courses. 4. Event age categories will be 35-55, 56-65, 66+ for men and women. Note: Players must be within the appropriate age category as at the first day of play – Monday 15 June 2015. Age divisions are subject to change based on entry numbers. 5. The handicap range for (A,B,C) will be based on final entries. Your tournament handicap, advised at tournament registration will determine your division:

LADIES35-55 A 0-17; B 18-4056-65 A 0-19; B 20-4566+ A 0-21; B 22-45

MEN35-55 A 0-10; B 11-16; C 17-3056-65 A 0-14; B 15-18; C 19-3666+ A 0-17; B 18-36

Players with higher handicaps must play off the maximum permitted handicap. 6.Competitors must have an official handicap (endorsed by Golf Australia or the international equivalent). For Australian participants and internationals who have provided online access to their handicap, Go Golfing will download your latest handicap on Monday 8th June. Other participants must provide evidence of their official handicap dated after 1st June 2015. 7. The ‘slope handicap system’ will be utilised to calculate player handicaps for the Championship rounds. Under the slope system, the difficulty of the golf course and the tee blocks played from determine a player’s handicap prior to the start of each round. An average of your daily handicap based on the slope index across all tournament courses will be calculated for you and communicated to you at tournament registration as your tournament handicap.

Your handicap will be displayed on your scorecard.

8. The handicap committee have managed large international amateur tournaments for more than 20 years. Based on this experience, the handicap committee have developed a complex and proven system for adjusting player handicaps (reductions only) following each round of the tournament. The handicap adjustments take into consideration:

• Scores for each round in relation to the calculated course rating. The calculated course rating is based on the 15th percentile score at the course you are playing each day.

• Consistently high scoring• Scores recorded on predetermined holes• On course review of playing ability

The handicap committee’s decisions on handicaps are final and no correspondence will be entered into.

9. Trophies for the 72 hole event will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd placegetters in each age/handicap division. Winners are determined by the highest aggregate of Stableford points over the four competition rounds. Trophies will be awarded to the winner of the 72 hole single stroke ‘gross’ event in each age division. Players may only win one trophy. 10. Go Golfing / Golf Asian has approved the use of distance measuring devices at the Centara World Masters. 11. All events will be conducted in accordance with the rules of golf and such local rules as approved by the tournament committee. 12. In the event that weather conditions prevent all players from finishing their round, that competition round will be cancelled and the Championship reduced accordingly. 13. Additional Golf Event: Wednesday 17 June (12:30pm), Springfield Golf Day. Entries for this event are strictly limited and organisers reserve the right to refuse entry if capacity is exceeded. There will be no refund for players cancelling within 48 hours of any event. 14. Optional Tours: Wednesday 18 June – River Kwai Tour; Wednesday 17 June – Elephant Riding Experience; Wednesday 18 June – Temple & Floating Market Tour. There will be no refunds for cancellations within 48 hours of any event. 16. Refund applications received in writing before 1 May 2015 will be subject to an AUD $140 / THB 4000 administration charge. Cancellations between 1 May and 1 June will incur an AUD $255 / THB 7250 cancellation fee. No refunds will be processed for cancellations after 1 June 2015. Refunds for cancelled air tickets and accommodation will be subject to the standard terms and conditions of each airline and property.

17. The ‘Major Prize Draw’ will be conducted on Friday 19 June 2015 at Centara Grand, Hua Hin. All registered golfers and non golfing partners will gain entry in the draw. Drawing Procedure – At approximately 8.30pm six tickets will be drawn with those six people to come up on stage. If the person is not present, there will be a redraw until 6 people are on stage. The six names will then be placed in a barrel for the second stage of the drawing. In the second draw, the first name drawn will be placed in prize envelope number one. This process will be repeated for prizes two to six. The prizes will then be presented from sixth prize through to first prize. All prizes are subject to terms and conditions. 18. All prizes will be distributed in accordance with the rules of amateur golf status. 19. Go Golfing / Golf Asian may arrange media promotion and publicity before, during and after the Championship. Competitors assent to pictures of them appearing and being used for purposes determined by Go Golfing. 20. The tournament committee may at its discretion amend or add any condition of the Championship. 21. To drive a motorised cart, competitors agree to possess a current driver’s license and have previous experience driving a golf cart equal to a minimum of four rounds. In the event of an accident, the driver is responsible for the costs to repair the cart and any property damaged as well as being liable for any personal injury claims. 22. By signing the Indemnity Disclaimer on the tournament entry form or registering online, competitors agree to participate in the Centara World Masters at their own risk. The tournament committee, Go Golfing, sponsors, host golf clubs and other suppliers of goods and services accept no liability for any death, injury, property loss or damage incurred during or arising out of any aspect of the conduct of the Championship.


The Golf Coast Vietnam offers the golf experience of a lifetime with three outstanding golf courses

designed by the greats of the modern golf era.Former world No 1, Greg Norman’s Danang Golf Club, Voted Best Golf Course in Vietnam 2012-2013, Top Ten in Asia Pacific 2013, and Winner of the Diamond Award for Excellence by IAGTO in 2014. The Colin Montgomerie designed Montgomerie Links, Best Course in Vietnam 2011 and Best Championship Course 2013 and 6 time Major winner Sir Nick Faldo’s masterpiece, Laguna Lang

Co Golf Club, Winner of Best New Golf Course 2013.

Travel the Golf Coast Vietnam with only the Best!www.golfcoastvietnam.com

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Banyan Golf ClubOpening in October 2008 to worldwide acclaim, Banyan was quickly installed as Asia’s best new course in 2009. Boasting panoramic ocean and mountain views, pineapple patches, bougainvillea beds and of course, Banyan trees, come in to play on this hillside course.

Imperial Lake View Golf ClubPopular with the locals, Imperial Lake View Resort & Golf Club comprises 36 holes and has been selected to host qualifying events for the Asian tour on C & D courses. Set amongst farms and fruit orchards, this parkland course is presented in magnificent condition year round.


Majestic Creek Country ClubVoted by a German magazine as Hua Hin’s best course, Majestic Creek is a 27 hole gem set in beautiful countryside. Recent renovations and re-laying of greens has transformed this sleeping giant into one of the best golfing experiences in this renowned golf destination.

Black Mountain Golf ClubA true championship layout and home to the Black Mountain Masters, Black Mountain is among the best and most challenging golf courses in Thailand. Thanks to the many natural creeks that run through it and the ‘black rock’ mountainous backdrops throughout, it’s also one of the most beautiful.


Tips for Thailand

Thailand is a wondrous Kingdom, and taking some time to learn more about this amazing country will certainly add to your holiday experience.

For more information about Hua Hin and Bangkok, we recommend you to visit these sites:http://www.tourismthailand.org/Where-to-Go/Hua-Hinhttp://www.tourismthailand.org/Where-to-Go/Bangkok

Thailand CultureYou will find Bangkok a crazy mix of noise and scents set amongst a combination of modern Western styles and traditional temples; but beyond the capital the regions, including Hua Hin, still maintain their cultural roots.

Thailand Religion Thailand is predominantly Buddhist and you’ll find many shrines and temples dedicated to the religion. One of the largest Buddha in Thailand, the reclining Buddha, housed at Wat Pho in Bangkok, is a must-see if you can fit it into your schedule.

These Buddha’s are sacred to the Thai people so never climb on one, or do anything that may be deemed disrespectful.

You must dress neatly in religious areas or you may be refused entry if your outfit is not suitable. In some places, you will be able to hire appropriate clothing but best to be prepared. Shoulders, midriff and knees should be covered, including neat footwear. On occasion you may be asked to remove your shoes before entering temples (and indeed before entering a private home).

Hello!While most Thai are happy to accept a handshake, their traditional greeting is the wai. Pressed palms together, like in the photo.

TippingTipping isn’t necessary except in restaurants and hotels, where the normal rate is around 10%. Standard caddie tips are 400 baht.

HealthAvoid drinking tap water to ensure you don’t get sick. Make sure you stock up on bottled water.

Speak ThaiWe’ve provided some helpful phrases to use while on holidays – give them a go, your efforts, perfect or not, will not go unrewarded.• Sa-wad dee (hello) - Use this for both hello and goodbye. • Khop koon (thank you) - If you master one phrase whilst away, this

is the one. • Tao Lai? (how much) - Essential for shopping.• Tee nai...? (where is...) - You can point at your map and say ‘yoo

tee nai’. • Mai ow (don’t want) - Handy if you are accompanying a shopper.• Khor tort (sorry) - Stood on someone’s golf ball by accident? Now

you can apologise.• Lot noi dai mai? (can you make it cheaper?) - There is just a

chance that you might get a discount for attempting to speak the local language.

• A-roi (delicious) -You should learn this one – you’ll be saying it a lot.


Players’ Profiles

Taking part in the Centara World Masters will be

the start of many lifelong friendships. Let us introduce

you to some of this year’s participants.

Hello, Sawatdee, G’Day, Marhaba, Xin Chao …..

Best golf achievement: Recently winning A grade ladies foursomes at my home club Wyong.Most embarrassing golf moment: Too many to list but did have a run away golf buggy end up in the dam at Wyong followed by my husband Bill. Retrieved the clubs played the rest of the round and realized the car keys were in my gadget box and still in the bottom of the dam.Best part of my Game: Probably my drive when I get it right.Most looking forward to at Centara Masters: Experiencing the beautiful courses, meeting other golfers and enjoying the 19th hole drinks with everyone.What annoys you most about golf: Making silly mistakes then repeating them over and over again.

Ian HorburyCountry: UAEGolf Club: Al AinOccupation: Tactical Advisor/Trainer to Abu Dhabi Police Favourite golf course: St Andrews, Scotland Favourite holiday destination: Florida Years playing golf: 30 yrs Best golf achievement: Winning 2 nearest the pins in the same competition. Most embarrassing golf moment: Not getting past the ladies’ tee on several occasions.Most looking forward to at Centara Masters: I’m looking forward to it all but mainly playing the Black Mountain course.

Tor KilliCountry: ThailandGolf Club: Stockley PinesFavourite hobby outside golf: Cooking Favourite golf course: Torrey Pines Both Courses and Jumeirah Golf Estates Earth

Favourite holiday destination: Southern California Best golf achievement: Eagle on par 4 461 yard hdk 1 hole on Chuan Chuen Bangkok. Most embarrassing golf moment: Sliding into the water from a bank in Dubai. On 18th hole Al Badia with 30 people on the BBQ party watching. Best part of your game: Distance Most looking forward to at Centara Masters: Finally playing an organized tournament in Thailand. Few and far between.

Pham Chi MinhCountry: VietnamGolf Club: Pheonix Golf ResortOccupation: Own Business and a member of Vietnam Golf Association (VGA)Favourite hobby outside golf: Football, Volley Ball (I was the professional athlete). I love sports.Years playing golf: 13 yearsBest golf achievement: Best Net Division A – Vietnam Amateur Golf Championship & Top 10 Golfer – Vietnam Senior Golf ChampionshipMost embarrassing golf moment: I have no embarrassing golf moment. (smile)Best part of your game: Long Game (I have archive quite lots of Longest Drive in many golf tournament in Vietnam and oversea).Have you had a hole in one? If so where: 2010 – Phoenix Golf Club in Vietnam (hole 12 – Champion Course) 2012 – Heron Lake Golf Club in Vietnam (hole 16)Most looking forward to at Centara Masters: There are many beautiful golf courses in the world, including Black Mountain Golf Club and Banyan Golf Club in Hua Hin, Thailand. So I am coming to play and enjoy with my friend.What annoys you most about golf: Nothing, cause I have a special passion on golf.

There are players from over twenty countries around the world

participating in the Centara WorldMasters Golf Championship 2015 in

Hua Hin, Thailand:

Australia, China, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Ireland,

Japan, Laos, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Singapore, South Africa,

Thailand, UAE, UK, USA, Vietnam...

Liz ZakareviciusFrom: AustraliaGolf Club: Halfmoon BayOccupation: Retired and loving itFavourite hobby outside golf: Reading but my husband would tell you it’s talking!Years playing golf: On and off for 30 yearsBest golf achievement: Winning at NT Ladies Country week at Humpty Doo.Most embarrassing golf moment: Starting labour on the 8th hole (9 hole comp) completed round healthy baby girl arrived 6 hours later. Came second in the comp and the three men in my group never forgot that game.Best part of your game: Finishing What annoys you most about golf: My golf ball, as it has no ears.

Sue Hutton From: AustraliaGolf Club: GosfordOccupation: RetiredFavourite hobby outside golf: Looking after my 2 yr old Granddaughter SageFavourite golf course: Kapalua MauiYears playing golf: 11 years


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