The Indian Open is set to return to the European Tour’s Race to Dubai in 2022, with the 56th edition of the historic event to be played from February 24-27, following a two-year absence due to the Coronavirus pandemic.
First played in 1964, India’s longest running international sporting event, which is promoted by the Indian Golf Union (IGU), had its most recent winner in Ryder Cup player Stephen Gallacher with the Scot securing his fourth European Tour title in 2019.
“We are delighted to welcome the Hero Indian Open back to the European Tour in 2022 and thank everyone involved in staging the 56th edition of this historic tournament,” said Keith Pelley, European Tour Chief Executive.
“As ever, I must mention Hero MotoCorp and Dr. Pawan Munjal for the unwavering support to this event, particularly during these difficult times. Dr. Munjal’s vision and commitment to our sport through a variety of unique initiatives is second to none, and we look forward to working together on India’s national open once again. We must also acknowledge the owners of this great event, the Indian Golf Union (IGU), for their hard work in continuing to grow the game of golf in India.”
Recent champions include another four-time European Tour winner in England’s Matt Wallace (2018) and two of Indian golf’s biggest stars, SSP Chawrasia (2016 and 2017) and Anirban Lahiri (2015).
