New Delhi, India – In a defining moment for Indian sport, the Golf Rendezvous PRO-AM League (GRPL) – The Royal Trial of India officially unveiled its inaugural season with a spectacular launch event, held on 2nd May in New Delhi.
A defining moment in Indian golf. Founding partners, team owners, and the GRPL trophy come together to mark the beginning of The Royal Trial of India.
Bringing together leading business leaders, team owners, professional golfers, media, and influencers under one roof, the evening marked the arrival of India’s first structured, city-based franchise golf league. A concept never seen before in the country.
From the very first moment, the event set a new benchmark. Rooted deeply in India’s cultural heritage, the launch blended sport, royalty, and storytelling, featuring live Kathakali, Gatka, and Rajasthani folk Band performances, creating an immersive experience that celebrated the diversity of Indian cities. The very essence of GRPL.
A League Built for Scale, Structure, and Ownership
The evening opened with the official GRPL launch film, followed by a powerful address by Mr. Dinesh Thakur, Founder of GRPL, who outlined a bold vision for the future of golf in India.
With over 19 years in the golf industry, Thakur presented GRPL not just as a league, but as a scalable sports property designed for long-term growth, visibility, and value creation.
Dinesh Thakur, Founder of GRPL presenting the vision and future of GRPL.
He revealed an ambitious 5-year roadmap, positioning GRPL to expand across 14 city-based teams, 10 domestic events annually, international finals, OTT streaming and fantasy sports integration, and a projected reach to over 2 million Ultra HNI Audience.
At the heart of the league lies a strong commercial foundation, including an INR 1 crore prize pool, a structured stakeholding model for team owners, and a growing ecosystem of over 150,000 registered golfers built over two decades by 4moles.com.
Season 1 Teams Announced
Six founding teams were officially unveiled, each representing a unique city identity, ownership vision, and competitive spirit:
- KHT Bangalore Eagles owned by Adit Morzaria
- Carnelian Kolar Zioneers owned by Zion Hills Golf County, represented by George
- Haldi Golf County Hyderabad Albatross owned by Savi Abraham and Ranjan Sood
- Delhi Royals owned by Vega Jahajgarhia and Tanvi Gupta, India’s first women-led golf franchise
- Gurugram Titans owned by Rajiv Chauhan & Partners
- CapGains Ahmedabad Aces owned by Vishal Mehta and Dhruval Patel
Also present were key figures shaping the teams, including team captains and ambassadors such as Jahanvi Bakshi (Team Captain, Delhi Royals), Rahil Gangjee (Brand ambassador, KHT Bangalore Eagles), and Geeta Basra (Brand ambassador, Delhi Royals), further strengthening the league’s blend of sport, leadership, and cultural influence.
The league also opened ownership opportunities for Mumbai Masters and Chandigarh Chargers, reinforcing strong investor interest in GRPL.
A True Pan-India Golfing Circuit
GRPL Season 1 will unfold across six premier golf destinations in India, culminating in an international finale. The announced schedule includes Kolar, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Gurugram, Mumbai, and Delhi, followed by an international finale in January 2027.
In a first-of-its-kind format, all teams will compete across multiple cities, building a dynamic points table system, with the ultimate champion crowned at the international finale.
More Than a League. A Movement.
What sets GRPL apart is its unique positioning at the intersection of sport, business, and community.
Unlike traditional golf formats, GRPL introduces city-based representation, team ownership with revenue participation, structured competition across multiple venues, and a strong focus on amateur golfers who form the backbone of the sport.
The presence of prominent dignitaries such as Dr. Rana Gurmit Singh Sondhi, along with top CEOs, MDs, and industry leaders, reflected strong confidence in GRPL’s vision.
A Night That Redefined Golf in India
The launch concluded with the grand unveiling of the GRPL trophy, followed by an evening of celebration, networking, and performances, bringing together sport, culture, and community in a way Indian golf has never witnessed before.
Rajasthan’s folk traditions come alive at GRPL’s Royal Trial of India.
With a clear roadmap, strong ownership backing, and a vision to take golf to 1 crore Indians, GRPL is not just launching a league. It is building a movement that aims to redefine the future of golf in the country.
About GRPL
The Golf Rendezvous Pro-Am League (GRPL) is India’s first city-based franchise golf league, designed to bring together amateur and professional golfers in a structured, scalable, and commercially viable format. Backed by the ecosystem of 4moles.com, GRPL aims to transform golf into a more accessible, competitive, and widely followed sport across India.
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