Sri Lanka to host first leg of Legends Tour 2026 at RCGC

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From left: Krister Fernando ( Intervest), Ajith Dandeniya ( Intervest), Legends Tour COO Mark Aspland, RCGC Captain Gehan Siribaddana, President Capt. Navin De Silva, Green Secretary Nooni Sethwala, Marcom Secretary Tharanga Gunasekera

– Pic by Shehan Gunasekera

By Shamseer Jaleel

Sri Lanka will make golfing history in 2026 as it prepares to host the inaugural Legends Tour 2026 from 26 January to 1 February at the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) marking the first time the Legends Tour will be played on Sri Lankan soil.

The tournament is expected to attract some of golf’s biggest names, including former Ryder Cup stars and Major winners. It forms part of the Legends Tour’s mission to bring world-class golf to new regions, while providing unforgettable experiences for players, fans, and sponsors alike.

Legends Tour COO Mark Aspland said, “This is a major milestone for Sri Lanka, of the Legends Tour. We are thrilled to introduce the tour to a country with such rich cultural heritage, natural beauty, and growing potential as a golf tourism hub.”

The driving force behind the event is Legends Tour Chairman Ryan Howsam, who is also the founder of Intervest, a Sri Lankan-based company focused on innovative travel and insurance solutions. Howsam’s vision is to position Sri Lanka as a luxury destination for both sport and business.

Royal Colombo Golf Club, established in 1879, is among the oldest in Asia and offers a blend of historic charm and modern amenities. The venue’s central location in Colombo makes it ideal for both local spectators and international visitors.

In addition to elite competition, the tournament promises to deliver extensive business networking opportunities, world-class hospitality, and exposure for Sri Lanka’s tourism and investment sectors. It is expected to draw significant media attention and coverage from across the sporting world.

Over 60 top class golfers around the globe will tee off at 5his tournament where the event is spread around 19 venues with Sri Lanka, China and India are the only three Asian venues. This event is opened for those who are 50 years and above.