Greater Noida, August 2026: The Trinity Golf Champions League (TGCL) 2026, presented by Kapil Dev, is set to return for its fourth season, bringing together an exciting mix of professional golfers, celebrity participants and accomplished amateurs for a distinctive team-based golfing championship. Scheduled from 31 August to 5 September 2026, the tournament will be hosted at the prestigious Jaypee Greens Golf Course in Greater Noida.
TGCL is the brainchild and passion project of Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan awardee Kapil Dev and Ateet Gaur, Founder and Managing Director of Trinity Golf India. With more than 20 years of experience spanning sports, retail and consumer businesses, including over a decade dedicated to golf, Gaur is a prominent figure in India’s golfing ecosystem. Before founding Trinity Golf India, Gaur held senior leadership positions with the Adidas Group and TaylorMade Golf, including serving as Director of Sales. A passionate advocate for the growth and development of golf in India, he is the founder and driving force behind the Trinity Golf Champions League (TGCL), a Ryder Cup-style team golf league that brings together professional and amateur golfers in a competitive and engaging format, with the vision of taking Indian golf to a larger global platform.
As Founder and Managing Director of Trinity Golf India, Gaur has played a pivotal role in strengthening the presence of leading international golf brands across the country. He has also built an extensive nationwide network connecting golf equipment dealers, golf courses, professionals and golfing communities. Through TGCL and his broader work in the sport, Gaur continues to champion greater participation, collaboration and innovation within Indian golf.
Now in its fourth season, TGCL continues to establish itself as a unique platform in Indian golf, combining competitive sporting action with celebrity participation and an engaging team format. The championship brings together golfers from diverse backgrounds, creating an environment where professionals, celebrities and amateurs compete alongside one another as members of 20-player teams. What sets TGCL apart is its innovative team structure. Each participating franchise features a 20-member squad comprising professional golfers, celebrity golfers and amateur players. The format is designed to bring different levels of golfing experience together while placing teamwork at the centre of the competition. Players will not only compete as individuals but also contribute to the overall performance of their respective teams.
With an attractive cash prize at stake, TGCL 2026 is expected to deliver a highly competitive contest while retaining the entertainment and camaraderie that have become integral to the league.
The fourth season will feature six teams representing different ownership groups and bringing together golfers with varied experiences and playing styles.
The participating teams are
Wave Rider, Owner: Rajeev Gupta
Dakshin Rangers, Owners: Rajendra Prasad Maganti, Praveen Singhvi and Saif Mehkri
Indus Strikers, Owner: Dhruv Verma
Chandigarh Legends, Owners: Karan Gilhotra and Sandy Lehal
SSL Thailand, Owner: Dr Debayan Basu
Victorious Choice, Owner: Rahul Mehta
Among the participating teams, Wave Riders, the flagship team of Wave City, will return to the championship with a 20-member squad comprising professional, amateur and celebrity golfers. Led by owner Rajeev Gupta, the team will compete in the 2026 season alongside five other teams.
One of the strengths of a format like TGCL is its ability to bring together people from different walks of life through a shared love for sport. Among the participating teams, Wave Riders, the flagship team of Wave City, led by Rajeev Gupta will return to the championship with a 20-member squad comprising professional, amateur and celebrity golfers. The team's participation reflects Wave City's continued engagement with golf and its emphasis on sporting excellence and meaningful participation in the country's growing golf ecosystem.
The setting is expected to provide a demanding test for the participating golfers while offering an engaging backdrop for spectators and stakeholders following the tournament. TGCL 2026 is backed by an impressive portfolio of brand partners spanning luxury, automotive, golf equipment, lifestyle and gifting. OMEGA joins as the Precision Partner, while BMW is the Luxury Mobility Partner. Golf equipment major TaylorMade comes on board as the Equipment Partner. Also, AMORE serves as the Title Sponsor, with Diageo as the Associate Sponsor. ECCO and Noritake are the Gifting Partners for the championship. The partnership lineup adds a premium dimension to TGCL while highlighting the growing intersection between golf, lifestyle and luxury brands.
TGCL's appeal extends beyond traditional competitive golf. By placing professional, celebrity and amateur players within the same team structure, the league creates opportunities for interaction between different sections of the golfing community.The format also offers audiences a different way to experience the sport, combining the precision and competitiveness of professional golf with the accessibility and entertainment of celebrity and amateur participation. For the players, it is an opportunity to compete, collaborate and represent their teams. For sponsors and audiences, it provides a platform that connects sport with lifestyle and community.
With six teams, a distinctive 20-player format, prominent brand partnerships and a prestigious venue, TGCL 2026 is poised for an action-packed fourth season. As teams arrive at Jaypee Greens, the focus will turn to performance, strategy and teamwork. From seasoned professionals to enthusiastic amateurs and celebrity golfers, the championship promises to bring together a diverse golfing community for six days of competition and camaraderie.
