A Quick Guide to Para Golf ⛳

England's Michelle Lau said "golf has been so welcoming to me and helps my autism". Credit: EDGA

How Do You Start?

Go to a local course and play a few holes or full round. Remember, golf can be played both alone or with friends—you can aim at developing skills, building confidence, or just enjoying the environment.

And golf doesn't necessary an expensive sport, at all! In Hong Kong, you can always book a time slot at the city's only public golf course, Jockey Club Kau Sai Chau Public Golf Course.

Former elite baseball player Manuel De Los Santos, losing a leg at 18 after a motorbike accident, said "golf is my second leg". Credit: EDGA

How Do You Progress?

If you wanna test yourself further, go to a local club, get an official WHS Handicap Index, then enrol yourself into competitions that suit your level.

Elite competitions for the disabled. Credit: The R&A

How Do You Enter G4D Events?

The G4D Open is the premier championship for golfers with disabilities, staged by The R&A in partnership with DP World. This flagship event showcases the talent within the G4D community and provides a world-class platform for elite competition.

Every player must apply for a free-of-charge eligibility pass that are categorised based on player's functional impairment. They include:

• WR4GD Pass

• Access Pass

• Access Conditional Pass

Golf for all. Credit: EDGA

Getting a World Ranking (WR4GD)

By getting a World Ranking for Golfers with Disability, you can participate in WR4GD-approved events, such as the G4D Open.

How about Hong Kong?

The HKSAPID offers golf training and competitions, commissioned by Special Olympics HK.

WR4GD no. 1 Kipp Popert made history as the first-ever disabled golfer who joined LINK HK Open 2024.

The HK Para Golf Association was founded in 2025.

Taking one step at a time, we look forward to the growth of para golf in Hong Kong.

World no. 1 disabled golfer Kipp Popert (L) joined HK elite competition in 2024. Andreas Ma (R) started golf at HK's only public golf course KSC, then swung his way through to win gold in WR4GD series Japan Open 2024, at age 11.