Fans were out in full force last season and are expected to be there again this year.
Maybank Championship, underway at Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club, promises to be a huge golf showpiece where fans can soak up the action of top-tier Asean talent and stars of the LPGA Tour.
This year’s tournament is geared to be not only an outstanding exhibition of athletic prowess but a celebration of unity, empowerment and progress as well.
It features an exceptional lineup of athletes.
The star-studded field includes defending champion Celine Boutier and last year’s runner-up Jeeno Thitikul, along with other leading players from the women’s game such as Lilia Vu, Ruoning Yin, Ayaka Furue and Jin Young Ko.
Malaysian professionals Ashley Lau, Liyana Durisic and Durriyah Damian, along with top-ranked amateur Mirabel Ting, will carry the hopes of the local following, bringing to the forefront a spirit of limitless potential and inspiration.
More than just a golf tournament, spectators can explore a variety of experiences beyond the fairways.
Maybank Village will serve as a hub for cultural discovery and community connection.
Highlights include Maybank Women Eco-Weavers, an initiative focused on the traditional art of textile weaving in Asean nations.
With the aim of empowering women in Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos and Malaysia, the programme not only preserves heritage craftsmanship but also creates sustainable livelihoods.
Live demonstrations allow visitors to experience the artistry behind these traditional textiles and also try their hand at weaving.
“We&I” programme showcases artwork and merchandise from artists with disabilities, offering a glimpse into their unique perspectives while supporting their creative endeavours.
At Autisme Cafe, guests can enjoy snacks and refreshments while supporting a social enterprise dedicated to empowering people with autism.
Adding to the experience, Bracelet DIY Workshop invites attendees of all ages to craft their own bracelets.
On the penultimate day of the championship on Saturday, the focus will be on unity for a greater purpose as spectators and athletes are encouraged to don yellow to champion the Heart2Heart cause.
This is a mission to provide life-saving treatment for paediatric heart patients among underserved children in Asean.
The initiative’s presence extends throughout the event, including a dedicated Heart2Heart structure near Hole 15 and Heart2Heart mobile structure on the course.
An information board details the initiative’s impact, with a QR code for seamless donations.
Spectators also have the chance to express words of encouragement through handwritten letters at the Heart2Heart booth stationed within Maybank Village, reminding everyone that even the smallest gesture can make a significant impact.
The championship invites attendees to do more than watch. It encourages them to participate.
Whether it be cycling virtually across Asean in the Maybank Cycling Series, experiencing the latest golfing tech with Maybank Virtual Golf or racing through the landscapes of Bali in the Maybank Marathon Bali treadmill challenge, there’s an opportunity for everyone to push their limits.
Tickets are priced at RM38 for weekdays, RM68 for the weekend and RM88 for a season pass covering all four days.
Special privileges are available for Maybank cardholders and MAE app users, and complimentary shuttles will run from MRT TTDI (Gate B).
