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The 2025 Asia Long Drive Championship, hosted by the Asia Long Drive Association (ALDA), is set to take place from November 6–8, 2025, at the prestigious Liujiang Bay International Golf Club in LiuZhou, China.

This year’s competition will feature 4 divisions:

• Open Division
• Women’s Division
• Masters Division (45+)
• Youth Under 15 (born after January 1, 2010)

The championship will bring together the top long drive competitors from across Asia and the Asia-Pacific region, culminating in the crowning of the 2025 Champion of Asia.

Event Details

Venue: Liujiang Bay International Golf Club, LiuZhou, China

Date: November 6-8, 2025

Official Hotel: TBD

Organizer 

Asia Long Drive Association

Eligibility

Participation is open exclusively to registered members of ALDA from Asian countries and the Asia-Pacific region ONLY who meet the specified criteria.

Individual 

• Open Division: Minimum Drive: 280 yards
• Women’s Division (Women 18+): Minimum Drive: 240 yards
• Master Division (Men 45+): Minimum Drive: 260 yards
• Youth Under 15: None

Prize Pool

• A total prize pool of $30,000 USD will be distributed among the participating players for individual competition .
• Champions in each category will earn the esteemed title of Asia Long Drive Champion.
• Participants in the Youth Division will be eligible to receive a trophy and certificate only. No prize money will be awarded in this category.

Prize money breakdown

Registration

Registration Period: August 18 – October 26, 2025

Membership Fee: USD$ 100/Year
Entry Fee: USD$ 350 per division per player
Entry Fee + Welcome Gala Dinner: USD$ 400 per player

• All participants must be registered members of ALDA to compete. Entry fees for ALDC 2025 must be paid at the time of registration.
• Players who participated in the 2024 Championship are exempt from the membership fee.
• Once approved, the player’s name will be added to the official ALDA score sheet, which determines the hitting order for the competition.
• Players must declare their division(s) during registration.

 

Travel Package(Optional)

ALDA offers official travel packages for international players. These packages are optional—participants may choose to arrange their own accommodation and daily transportation during the event.

The package includes:

• Membership Fee & Entry fee
• 4 nights stay at (5 stars) for single room or twin room with breakfast daily(check in on 5th November, check out on 9th November, 2025)
• Round-trip airport transfer
• Daily transport between hotel and venue
• Welcome Gala Dinner
• Complimentary Welcome Gift Package

Single Room Package: USD$ 1280 each

Twin Room Package: USD$ 980 each

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Registration Methods

Participants may register for ALDC 2025 through one of the following two methods:

1. Online: Players can sign up online by clicking the [REGISTER NOW] button and submitting their information.
2. By ALDA National Members: In countries or regions where ALDA has authorized exclusive national members, players can register through the authorized organization.

For players from countries without an authorized organization, registration can be completed online at www.asialongdrive.com.

 

Cancellation 

Cancellations made on or before October 1, 2025, will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made between October 2 and October 15, 2025, will be charged the entry fee; all other fees will be refunded.
No refunds will be issued after October 15, 2025.

ALDA reserves the right to cancel any division or the event if the number of participants in a division is fewer than 8 players.

 

Event Itinerary

Note: The schedule is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

Rules & Regulations

Individual competition 

Competition Format

• Time Limit: Each player has 2.5 minutes to hit 6 shots. Only the longest Qualified Drive will be recorded.
• Preliminary Rounds:
  • Round 1: Five sets of 6 balls; top 8 players from each group of 16 advance.
  • Round 2: Follows the same format as Round 1.
• Final Round:
  • Match Play: Head-to-head competition with one set of 6 balls; the winner advances.

Scoring & Advancement

• Points System (Per Group of 4):
  • 1st Place: 200 points
  • 2nd Place: 100 points
  • 3rd Place: 50 points
  • 4th Place: 25 points
• Top players advance through the rounds based on their point totals.

Participant Limits

• Open Division: 64 players
• Women’s Division: 18 players
• Master’s Division: 27 players
• Youth Division: None

Equipment

• Golf Club Length: Maximum of 48 inches.
• Allowed Clubs: Each player may use up to 3 golf clubs during the competition.

Tie-Breaker Procedure

• In case of a tie or no ball in play:
  1. Re-hit 6 consecutive balls.
  2. If still tied, the longest ball from previous rounds will break the tie.

Event Timeline

• Day 1: Round 1 (Open/Women/Master/Youth Groups 1 to 4)
• Day 2: Round 2 (Open/Women/Master/Youth Groups 1 & 2)
• Day 3: Round 3 and Finals (live)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Who is eligible to participate in the Asia Long Drive Championship 2025?

A: The Championship is open exclusively to registered members of the Asia Long Drive Association (ALDA) from Asian countries and the Asia-Pacific region ONLY who meet the minimum drive requirements for their respective divisions.

Q: What are the minimum drive requirements for each division?

A:

• Open Division: 280 yards
• Women’s Division: 240 yards
• Masters Division (45+): 260 yards
• Youth Division: None

 

Q: How do I register for the competition?

A: Participants can register online through the ALDA website or via authorized ALDA National Members in countries or regions with exclusive representatives. For those in regions without an authorized organization, online registration is available.

 

Q: Do I need a visa to China? What’s the free entry visa policy for foreigners?

A: China has recently expanded its visa-free entry policy to include citizens from 38 countries, allowing visa-free stays of up to 30 days for purposes such as tourism, business, family visits, cultural exchange, and transit.

This policy is effective from November 30, 2024, to December 31, 2025.

Eligible countries include:

Asia: Brunei, South Korea, Malaysia, Japan, Indonesia, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Singapore, Qatar

Oceania: Australia, New Zealand

If you are a citizen of one of the countries listed above, you may enter China without a visa for the eligible purposes mentioned.
For stays exceeding 30 days or for non-eligible purposes (e.g., work, study), a visa will still be required.

Additionally, China offers transit visa exemption policies for 24, 72, or 144-hour layovers in certain cities.

For the most up-to-date information and to verify your eligibility, please refer to the official website of the National Immigration Administration of China:

Notice_National Immigration administration

 

Q: How to fly to Liuzhou? What’s the Liuzhou airport code?

A: The airport code for Liuzhou is LZH. There are direct flights to Liuzhou from major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Wuhan, Haikou (Hainan), and Nanjing. You can either fly directly from these cities or connect through them via a domestic flight to Liuzhou.

 

Q: What is the weather typically like in Liuzhou during November?
A: Liuzhou enjoys mild, pleasant autumn weather in November, making it a great time to visit.

Temperature: Daily temperatures usually range between 15°C (59°F) and 22°C (72°F).
Rainfall: November sees relatively low rainfall, with only a few rainy days throughout the month.
Sunshine: You can expect plenty of sunshine, with more clear days compared to earlier autumn months.
Humidity & Wind: Humidity is comfortable, and winds are generally light, creating ideal conditions for outdoor activities.

Overall, November is one of the best months for sightseeing, enjoying nature, and exploring the city without the summer heat or heavy rains.

 

Q: What is included in the Travel Package required for registration?

A: The Travel Package includes:

• A 4-night stay at 5 star hotel in a single or twin room with daily breakfast (check-in on November 3, check-out on November 7, 2025)
• Round-trip airport transfers
• Daily transportation between the hotel and the venue
• Entry fee
• Welcome dinner
• Gift pack

 

Q: How do I pay for the entry fee and package?

A: Once you have completed your registration, you will receive an email from [email protected] with detailed payment instructions, including a link to securely make your payment online. Please ensure that you complete the payment by the specified deadline to confirm your participation.

 

Q: What is the cancellation policy for registration?

A: Cancellations made before October 1, 2025, will receive a full refund. No refunds will be issued after this date.

 

Q: What are the competition dates and times?

A:

• Nov 5, 2025: Player check-in and Welcome Gala Dinner at 19:00
• Nov 6-7, 2025: Qualification rounds from 08:00 – 17:00
• Nov 8, 2025: 1/8 Final from 08:00 – 13:00, followed by Finals (LIVE) from 14:00 – 17:30
• Nov 9, 2025: Reserved as an alternative day for bad weather
• Nov 10, 2025: Player check-out

 

Q: What happens if there is bad weather during the competition?

A: November 7, 2025, is reserved as an alternative day in case of bad weather that disrupts the scheduled events.

 

Q: Can I register for more than one division?

A: Yes, participants can register for multiple divisions, but they must declare their division(s) during registration and pay the entry fee for each division.

 

Q: Where can I find the official rules and regulations for the competition?

A: The official Rules & Regulations can be found on the ALDA website at www.asialongdrive.com/rulesandregulations.

 

Q: How will the prize money be distributed?

A: The total prize pool of $30,000 USD will be distributed among the winners of each division. Please refer to the 2025 Rules and Regulations for a detailed breakdown of the prize distribution.

 

Q: What is the dress code for the competition?

A: Participants are expected to wear appropriate golf attire in line with the standards set by the Asia Long Drive Association. Specific guidelines may be detailed in the Rules & Regulations.

 

Q: How do I get to the venue from the airport?

A: Round-trip airport transfers are included in the mandatory Travel Package. Transportation between the hotel and the venue is also provided daily.