The Gary Player Invitational in George

In honour of the 25th anniversary of The Player Foundation a select gathering of golf professionals, celebrities and executives will gather at Fancourt, one of the country’s leading business and leisure resorts, to launch the local Gary Player Invitational (GPI), presented by Coca-Cola. The GPI is South Africa’s premier pro-celebrity charity golf event, attracting 32 top participants who will combine their skills to test the demanding Links golf course, designed by the Black Knight himself.

The principal objective is to raise funds for The Player Foundation and local charities in South Africa. As far as courses go, the competitors could not ask for a more challenging and rewarding layout than The Links at Fancourt. Having hosted the 2003 Presidents Cup, the Women’s World Cup and South African Open held in March and December 2005 respectively, as well as numerous Sunshine Tour events, The Links has established itself a leading tournament venue in South Africa. All the guests will be accommodated at Fancourt.

Commenting on behalf of Fancourt, owner Dr. Hasso Plattner said, “Fancourt shares a special relationship with Gary Player, and it is indeed appropriate for us to be hosting the Gary Player Invitational at The Links this year.”

In addition to The Player Foundation, the Children’s Welfare Organisation in George, several smaller local beneficiaries will benefit from the proceeds of this year’s event.