The PKNS Selangor Masters is expected to be one of its most renowned events next year since it will be held as the Asian Development Tour's (ADT) season-opening competition for the first time.
Seri Selangor Golf Club, which has been the tournament's favorite location since its founding in 2008, will host one of Malaysia's most prominent competitions from January 22–25.
The prize money will also be raised to US$200,000, a substantial 14% increase, in addition to its new, significant date.
Ken Kudo, General Manager, Asian Development Tour, stated, "With the successful completion of this year's Asian Development Tour, we are happy to begin revealing plans for next year, with the exciting news that the PKNS Selangor Masters will help raise the curtain in 2025."
We will be able to kick off the season with a bang thanks to this prestigious event, which is crucial for Malaysian golf and is guaranteed to attract a very competitive field.
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The 2022 victory was envisioned by Shahriffuddin Ariffin.
"We appreciate PKNS and the Selangor State Government for making it possible for us to set the tournament as our season opener, which is a great opportunity."
Rahil Gangjee of India won the competition this year [main picture] in June, succeeding Ho Yu-cheng of China and Shahriffuddin Ariffin of Malaysia.
As the chairman of the organizing committee, YB Dato’ Setia Haji Haris Bin Kasim, stated, "PKNS is thrilled that the next Selangor Masters is quickly approaching."
Our partnership with the tournament has been incredibly fulfilling and has given us the opportunity to support Malaysia and its vibrant golf community, where there is still a great deal of room for the nation to become a regional powerhouse.
"The start of the new season with the PKNS Selangor Masters puts us ahead right away and is a significant development that reflects the importance of the event."
Before being promoted to the Asian Tour the following year, when Malaysia's Ben Leong won the championship, the Selangor Masters was originally held on the local circuit in 2007. Prior to joining the ADT three years ago, following COVID-19, it was played on the Asian Tour till 2014.
Joonas Granberg (2011) of Finland, Angelo Que (2010) of the Philippines, and Australian Rick Kulacz (2009) are the other champions.
Following them were the Thai trio of Chapchai Nirat (2014), Pariya Junhasavasdikul (2013), and Thaworn Wiratchant (2012).
Itthipat Buranatanyarat of Thailand captured the Order of Merit title at the final minute by winning the ADT's season-ending Aramco Invitational in Saudi Arabia two weeks ago.