KB Financial Group announced that it will host the '2026 KB Financial Golden Life Championship,' a major KLPGA Tour event, from September 10 to 13 at Blackstone Golf Club in Icheon. The total prize money is set at 1.5 billion won, with the winner receiving 270 million won.
Originally established in 2006 as the 'KB Financial Star Championship,' the tournament will be rebranded as the 'KB Financial Golden Life Championship' starting this year. A total of 120 top domestic players are expected to participate in this year's event.
KB Financial will operate the 'KB Golden Life Village' at the tournament venue, featuring eight subsidiaries including KB Kookmin Bank, KB Securities, KB Insurance, KB Kookmin Card, and KB Life Insurance. The village will offer a total care solution for seniors, covering everything from retirement preparation to post-retirement living.
A 'Kids Water Zone' will also be set up for family attendees, featuring activities such as drone and bubble experiences, water gun games, and relaxation areas.
Additionally, a community support program will be implemented. For every successful tee shot at the fifth hole, 2 million won will be accumulated, with a goal of raising up to 100 million won to support youth preparing for independence. At the 17th hole, 20 kilograms of rice from Icheon will be donated for each successful shot, aiming to provide a total of 3,000 kilograms to multicultural families.
A KB Financial representative stated, “We aim to carry on the history and tradition of the tournament over the past 20 years while launching a new event that both players and spectators can enjoy together.”
* This article has been translated by AI.
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