Vattanac Golf Resort: Cambodian Excellence Honored at the AGIF Golf Industry Awards 2025

During the honorary gala held on October 29, 2025, Cambodia's name proudly resonated throughout the Asian golf world. Vattanac Golf Resort, an architectural and sporting gem nestled on the outskirts of Phnom Penh, was awarded the prestigious "Distinguished Contribution to Growing the Game" prize at the Asian Golf Industry Federation (AGIF) Golf Industry Awards. This major distinction places Cambodia on the regional golf map and confirms the spectacular rise of the country in the world of hospitality and sports tourism.

Vattanac Golf Resort

A Meaningful Distinction

This prize, intended to reward institutions actively engaged in the promotion and sustainability of golf across Asia, highlights a deep vision: that of accessible, sustainable, and inspiring golf.

Vattanac Golf Resort, already recognized for the quality of its courses designed by the illustrious Sir Nick Faldo, stands out through a comprehensive approach: sporting excellence, environmental respect, and community engagement. This award crowns several years of sustained investment in training, local development, and international outreach.

Beyond technical performance, it is the philosophy of the place that captivated the jury: a golf that unites competition with culture, nature with innovation, and passion with sports education.

Cambodia, a New Star of Asian Golf

Long perceived as an emerging territory in the golf sphere, Cambodia today proudly affirms its ambition. Thanks to Vattanac Golf Resort, the kingdom is gradually establishing itself as a premier golf destination, at the crossroads of local authenticity and contemporary luxury.

The East Course and West Course, true landscape works of art, embody this balance between tradition and modernity. They offer players from around the world a unique experience—a tropical golf set in an elegant scenery, amidst rice fields, palm trees, and urban horizons dominated by the iconic silhouette of the Vattanac Tower.

This regional recognition testifies to Cambodia’s growing role in diversifying high-end tourism, supported by world-class infrastructure and a hospitality policy both warm and rigorous.

Vattanac Golf Resort

One Team, One Vision, A National Pride

At the heart of this success lies a passionate team. From leaders to maintenance staff, instructors to local partners, all share the same conviction: to make golf a source of national pride. Their commitment goes beyond the greens; it is expressed through training initiatives for young Cambodians, support for national tournaments, collaborations with schools and associations, and continuous awareness of sportsmanship and environmental respect values.

By receiving this award, Vattanac Golf Resort not only celebrates a collective achievement: it reaffirms its mission to build a sustainable future for golf in Cambodia. This distinction marks a decisive step, symbolizing exemplary leadership and shared ambition.

Grow Together, Inspire the Future

"Growing the game" is the promise at the heart of this victory. It is not just a phrase: it is a long-term commitment to the Asian golf community. Vattanac Golf Resort continues to invest in youth, in the ecology of its courses, and in training local talents, while attracting visitors eager to discover a country where sport and culture combine with elegance.

The message is clear: Cambodia is no longer just a spectator of Asian golf—it becomes an essential, dynamic, and inspiring player.