ĐÔNG TRIỀU — Nearly 200 Vietnamese and international golfers are set to tee off in a spectacular golf tournament for the Silk Path Dong Trieu Golf & Country Club in An Sinh Commune, Đông Triều City, Quảng Ninh Province, on January 11.

A night view of the Silk Path Dong Trieu Golf & Country Club. — Photos courtesy of Silk Path Dong Trieu Golf & Country Club

The tournament, named 'The Pursuit of Excellence' is a landmark sports event, celebrating Đông Triều's status as the fifth city under the direct jurisdiction of Quảng Ninh Province. This event also signifies a new era in the development of the city's economic, tourist and cultural aspects.

Staff put the final touches to the golf course before the official inauguration of the Silk Path Dong Trieu Golf & Country Club on January 11.

Designed by the legendary golfer Sir Nick Faldo, who boasts three Open Championships (1987-90-92) and three Masters titles (1989-90-96), the Silk Path Dong Trieu Golf Course is an epitome of modern golfing excellence. With its world-class standards and breathtaking natural scenery, the course stands as a beacon of sustainable development and a testament to Đông Triều City's strategic vision for sports tourism.

Sunset view of the clubhouse at Silk Path Dong Trieu Golf & Country Club.

The tournament not only commemorates Đông Triều's official recognition as a city, but also positions it as a premier destination for golf enthusiasts and tourists from around the globe. This event marks the beginning of a grand strategy to cultivate golf tourism and high-end sports in the region, establishing Đông Triều as a new gem on the tourist map of Việt Nam and the world.

The competition will begin with a grand opening ceremony for the Silk Path Dong Trieu Golf & Country Club, graced by the presence of delegates, VIP guests and the media, setting the stage for an exciting high-profile tournament. — VNS