Yes, in 2010, the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) set a record for the highest total prize fund on the domestic circuit, offering ₹8.80 crore (88 million) across 29 tournaments.
Total Prize Fund: ₹8.80 crore (88 million), the highest-ever for a single season at the time.
Number of Tournaments: 29 events, giving professional golfers more opportunities to compete and earn.
Biggest boost to domestic golf in terms of financial incentives.
Helped improve player earnings, sponsorships, and tournament quality.
Attracted top Indian golfers to participate in the domestic circuit rather than focusing only on international events.
Elevated the Status of Indian Golf: Made the domestic circuit more competitive and lucrative.
Encouraged Young Golfers: Higher prize money attracted more young professionals to pursue golf as a career.
Increased Corporate Sponsorships: More sponsors and brands invested in Indian golf.
