Kapil Dev, Madan Lal to compete at PM Rungta Memorial Golf Cup in Jaipur on Feb 8; Shri PM Rungta Foundation unveils trophy at Rambagh Golf Club

Jaipur: Legendary cricketer Kapil Dev, now the president of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) and former Indian medium-pacer Madan Lal will be among celebrity golfers to compete during the second edition of the Shri PM Rungta Memorial Golf Cup 2026 at the Rambagh Golf Club (RGC) here on February 8.Shri PM Rungta Foundation on Friday unveiled the handcrafted, gold-plated rolling trophy for the Rungta Memorial Golf Cup at a press conference held at the RGC. Returning with its second edition, the one-day tournament reinforces an annual tradition celebrating sportsmanship, camaraderie, and community welfare.The trophy unveiling ceremony was officiated by former BCCI treasurer Kishore Rungta and Gaurav Rungta, trustees of the Shri PM Rungta Foundation, along with RGC secretary Samridh Sharma. The rolling trophy—crafted as a signature symbol of the tournament—reflects the Cup's spirit of competitive excellence, collaboration, and enduring legacy.Speaking on the occasion, Gaurav Rungta said, "The Shri PM Rungta Memorial Golf Cup is more than a sporting event; it is a tribute to my grandfather's enduring legacy of excellence and service. With the second edition, we are taking this tradition forward—bringing together diverse professionals, including corporate leaders, government representatives, and sports enthusiasts, to celebrate the spirit of golf while fostering community engagement."Tournament Highlights•Hosted at Rambagh Golf Club, the tournament will once again bring together participants from Rajasthan, NCR, and beyond, serving as a high-quality platform for networking and community building.•The 2026 edition will witness participation of several noted personalities, including legendary cricketers Kapil Dev and Madan Lal, along with prominent cricket selector Gagan Khoda.•The tournament will also see participation from eminent professionals and senior officials, including Amrit Mathur, Lt. Gen. Majinder Singh, Army officials,Indian Railways officials, bureaucrats, judges, and other distinguished guests.•Continuing its distinctive and inclusive competitive ethos, the tournament will be played in the Stableford – Single Peoria format. Players earn Stableford points on each hole based on performance, with handicaps determined post-round using the Single Peoria system. This widely respected format balances competitiveness with accessibility, allowing golfers of varied skill levels to compete on an even footing while preserving the excitement of high-quality golf.•Categories include Overall Net Winner, Handicap category winners and runners-up (0–9, 10–18, 19–24) across all three categories, Winner Lady Golfer, and Winner Veteran Golfer.CSR InitiativeContinuing its tradition of social impact, Shri PM Rungta Foundation will distribute Jackets to over 180 caddies and support staff of Rambagh Golf Club. This gesture reflects gratitude for their essential role in the sport and acknowledges their contribution to the success of the tournament.About Shri PM Rungta FoundationShri PM Rungta Foundation is committed to community welfare initiatives that promote dignity, opportunity, and inclusive development. Through sports-led engagement and CSR programs, the Foundation continues to create meaningful impact while celebrating the values of excellence and service.1st Edition: Shri PM Rungta Memorial Golf Cup 2025The first edition—Shri P.M. Rungta Memorial Golf Cup 2025—made a strong debut as a premium sporting and networking platform, bringing together players and guests from Rajasthan, NCR, and beyond. The inaugural tournament stood out for introducing the unique ~SHOTGUN PIERIO format and for its community-first approach through CSR initiatives supporting the caddie community at Rambagh Golf Club. Ankit Palawat emerged as the Overall Net Winner in the 2025 edition, setting a high benchmark for competitive excellence as the Cup began its annual journey.