Asian Games 2026 Golf 1st event – September 30
September 30 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The Asian Games officially open on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, with the first programme of the individual and team events for the male and female athletes. The first round will be at Kasugai Country Club (East Course) in Kasugai City, Aichi, Japan, from 6:30 AM (Japan Standard Time [JST]).
The September 30 competition is the first of four consecutive 18-hole rounds. Golfers will return to the course on October 1 and October 2 before the final round and victory ceremony on October 3.
Golf 1st event – September 30
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | Golf Competition – Opening Round |
| Date | Wednesday, September 30, 2026 |
| Tournament Duration | September 30 – October 3, 2026 |
| Competition Stage | Round 1 (Day 1) |
| Sport | Golf |
| Venue | Kasugai Country Club East Course |
| Location | Kasugai City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan |
| Host Event | 20th Asian Games Aichi–Nagoya |
First Round of Asian Games Golf
It’s not a gold-medal round; it’s the opening round on 30th September.
The golf tournament is length 4 days and is stroke play. Players play 18 holes a day, playing 72 holes during the tournament. They are ranked according to the total points they scored.
September 30 Golf Schedule
The first day of competition begins on September 30, 2026, with golfers teeing off according to the official starting schedule released by tournament organizers. Both the men’s and women’s competitions start on the same day, with each golfer completing 18 holes during Round 1.
Participating Nations
Many of Asia’s top golfing countries are anticipated to attend the Golf tournament, which will showcase the quality of Amateur Golf from Asia. The following countries are anticipated to join:
- Japan
- South Korea
- China
- Chinese Taipei
- Thailand
- India
- Hong Kong, China
- Philippines
- Malaysia
- Singapore
Medal Events
At the 2026 Asian Games, a total of 4 gold medals will be given to the winners in the Golf competition on October 3, 2026.
- Men’s Individual
- Women’s Individual
- Men’s Team
- Women’s Team
Host Country
The 20th Asian Games, with 2000 or more sportspersons from different countries of Asia competing in the host city, Tokyo, Japan, is the pride of the Japanese nation, for which they are organised to make Marvelous, Aichi – Nagoya, 2026.
Venue
The Asian Games 25th Golf Competition is an awesome venue for participants to enjoy, and so is Kasugai Country Club East Course.
Players to Watch
A wealth of some of Asia’s top fledgling amateur golfers will compete in the Golf competition. Official player lists are released nearer to the Games, but sporting enthusiasts can expect to see the country’s top professional and amateur golfers, as well as leading international talents and young prospects, and players from the host country.
How to Watch
The Golf competition will be broadcast live across the participating countries by the 20th Asian Games hosting countries’ licensing partners. Utilized and authorized digital content platforms and national television sports channels are expected to be used to provide coverage, whenever it is available.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
At the Asian Games 2026, when is the Golf competition starting?
The Golf competition starts on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, with Round 1.
Where is Golf taking place?
It is played at Kasugai Country Club East Course in Kasugai city, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.
How many rounds will be played?
There are 4 rounds in the competition which will start on 30th September and finish on 3rd October 2026.
Confirmed Schedule Update
Based on the official 2026 Asian Games competition calendar, golf on this date is in: Round 1 of Stroke Play. No medals decided on this date (Round 1 of Stroke Play). Golf awards 4 gold medals in total (Men’s Individual, Women’s Individual, Men’s Team, Women’s Team), all decided on the same closing day.
Source: Wikipedia (2026 Asian Games competition calendar) / AINAGOC.