19–23 October 2026 • Beijing Qinghe Bay Golf Country Club, China
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2026 World Final
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19–23 October 2026 • Beijing Qinghe Bay, China
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BEIJING

19–23 OCTOBER 2026

33rd Guojiao 1573 WCGC World Final 2026 – Beijing

The wait is over. The 33rd Guojiao 1573 WCGC World Final 2026 is confirmed — and this year, the world’s top corporate golfers will compete in one of Asia’s most prestigious venues: Beijing Qinghe Bay Golf Country Club.

From 19 to 23 October 2026, business leaders and entrepreneurs from over 30 countries will gather in the Chinese capital for five days of elite competition, world-class networking, and an experience that goes far beyond the fairway.

Event Programme

Five days of competition, networking and hospitality in the Chinese capital. Select a day below to see the full schedule.

Arrival & Registration

  • 10:00–18:00Official airport transfers from Beijing Capital (PEK) and Beijing Daxing (PKX) to NUO Hotel Beijing, scheduled by flight
  • 12:00–18:00World Final registration, official kit collection and check-in – Hotel Lobby, Group Check-In Counter
  • 20:00–21:30Welcome Cocktail: cocktail tasting, tea-time desserts and presentation of the World Final players – 5F Grand Tower Roof

Practice Day

  • 08:00–08:30World Final Players Meeting: event briefing and draws – 2F Ballroom D
  • 09:30–10:30WCGC Executive Partner Meeting – 2F Ballroom D
  • 10:00–18:00Official airport transfers (PEK and PKX), scheduled by flight
  • 10:45 · 11:00Shuttle from the hotel to the golf course for the practice round
  • 12:00World Final practice round (World Final players only)
  • 12:00–18:00Sports Legends Cup registration, official kit collection and check-in – Hotel Lobby, Group Check-In Counter
  • 17:15 · 17:30Shuttle from the golf course back to the hotel
  • EveningFree time

World Final · Round 1 & Prince’s Mansion Dinner

  • 06:00–06:30Breakfast – 1F N’Joy Restaurant
  • 06:30Shuttle from the Group Check-In Counter to the golf course
  • 07:30–07:50Jeremy Dale Golf Trick Show – Driving Range
  • 08:00–08:20Opening Ceremony and group photos – Driving Range
  • 08:30World Final Day 1 – shotgun start – Course A
  • 08:30Sports Legends Cup Day 1 – shotgun start – Course B
  • 13:00–15:00Lunch with coupons – Clubhouse 1F Restaurant
  • 13:00–15:00Shower and change – Golf Course Locker Room
  • 14:30–15:40Shuttle from the golf course to Prince Jun’s Mansion Hotel, every 30 minutes
  • 18:30–19:00Prince’s Mansion Dinner: speech by Guojiao 1573 – Prince Jun’s Mansion Hotel
  • 19:00–21:00After Party: intangible cultural heritage experiences and cocktail tasting – Prince Jun’s Mansion Hotel
  • 20:30–21:30Shuttle back to the hotel, every 10 minutes

World Final · Final Round & Gala

  • 06:00–07:00Breakfast – 1F N’Joy Restaurant
  • 06:30–07:20Shuttle to the golf course, every 10 minutes
  • 07:30–09:30World Final Day 2 – tee off by groups from holes 1 and 10 – Course A
  • 08:00Sports Legends Cup Day 2 – shotgun start – Course B
  • 13:00–15:00Lunch with coupons – Clubhouse 1F Restaurant
  • 13:30–15:15Shuttle back to the hotel, every 15 minutes
  • 19:00–21:00Black-Tie Gala Dinner: speeches by the Global Committee and Guojiao 1573, prize-giving ceremony, prize draws and dance performance – 2F Yongle Grand Ballroom

Departure

  • 06:30–10:00Breakfast – 1F N’Joy Restaurant
  • 07:00–14:00Check-out and official transfers to the airport, scheduled by flight – Hotel Lobby, Group Check-In Counter

Beijing Qinghe Bay Golf Country Club

Two world-class courses. One unforgettable stage.

The 2026 WCGC World Final will be played on the Chaoyang Course — an exclusive, members-only layout that sets the standard for elite corporate golf in China. The Sports Legends Cup will take place on the Haidian Course, offering a complementary competitive experience for participants.

WCGC 2026 World Final Beijing — Beijing Qinghe Bay Golf Country Club
Fairway and bunkers at Beijing Qinghe Bay Golf Country Club, venue of the WCGC World Final 2026
Lake and green at Beijing Qinghe Bay Golf Country Club
Sunset over the lake at Beijing Qinghe Bay Golf Country Club
Clubhouse lobby at Beijing Qinghe Bay Golf Country Club
Clubhouse and golf carts at Beijing Qinghe Bay Golf Country Club
Entrance sign of Beijing Qinghe Bay Golf Country Club

NUO Hotel Beijing

NUO Hotel Beijing stands as a landmark of contemporary luxury in the heart of Beijing’s cultural district, embodying the fusion of 5,000 years of Chinese heritage with modern elegance.

As Kempinski’s ultra-luxury “NUO” brand—a name derived from the Chinese philosophy of “a promise worth a thousand gold”—the property showcases 438 rooms and suites infused with Ming Dynasty design aesthetics, complemented by world-class dining across seven acclaimed restaurants and bars, comprehensive spa and fitness facilities, and 2,500 square meters of sophisticated meeting and banqueting spaces, including Beijing’s largest ballroom.

With its LEED Platinum certification, prime location adjacent to the 798 Art District and cultural landmarks, and commitment to delivering exceptional Chinese hospitality, NUO Hotel Beijing provides the perfect setting for WCGC World Final delegates seeking both refined comfort and immersion in contemporary Chinese culture during their stay in the capital.

NUO Hotel Beijing towers at night, official hotel of the WCGC World Final 2026
Lobby of NUO Hotel Beijing with Ming Dynasty-inspired design
Guest room at NUO Hotel Beijing
Bar at NUO Hotel Beijing

Explore the World Final

Live Tournament Centre
Finalist & Guest Hub
World Final Rules
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FAQ

The WCGC World Final is the global championship of the World Corporate Golf Challenge — the world’s leading corporate golf tournament. Founded in 1993, it brings together senior executives and entrepreneurs from over 30 countries to compete at the highest level of corporate golf, combining elite sport with world-class professional networking.
The 2026 WCGC World Final will be held at Beijing Qinghe Bay Golf Country Club in Beijing, China. The World Final competition rounds will be played on the Chaoyang Course (a members-only layout), while the Sports Legends Cup will take place on the Haidian Course.
The 2026 WCGC World Final Week runs from Monday 19 October to Friday 23 October 2026. The programme is as follows: 19 October — Arrival, Registration & Welcome Cocktail; 20 October — Practice Round; 21 October — First Round & Prince’s Mansion Dinner; 22 October — Final Round & Black-Tie Gala Dinner; 23 October — Check-out & Departures.
The WCGC World Final is open to teams of two corporate golfers — senior executives, entrepreneurs and business leaders — who have qualified through their national WCGC qualifying event. Each participating country holds local qualifying rounds throughout the season, with the top teams earning the right to represent their nation at the World Final. All players must hold a valid handicap certificate recognised by the International Golf Federation.
Qualification for the 2026 WCGC World Final in Beijing takes place through the national qualifying circuit. WCGC events are held in more than 30 countries throughout the 2026 season, and the top teams from each national final qualify for Beijing. To find the qualifying event in your country, visit National Events or contact your national WCGC licensee directly.
The 2026 WCGC World Final will be played across two courses at Beijing Qinghe Bay Golf Country Club. The Chaoyang Course — an exclusive, members-only layout — will host the World Final championship rounds. The Haidian Course will host the Sports Legends Cup competition.
The WCGC World Final is played by teams of two over two 18-hole rounds, both scored in Stableford Net. After a practice round on Tuesday 20 October, the First Round on Wednesday 21 October is played as Four-Ball Better Ball and the Final Round on Thursday 22 October as Greensomes, both on the Chaoyang Course. Each team’s playing handicap is ¾ of its combined course handicap, and there are two categories: Handicap and Scratch (lowest gross score). See the full 2026 WCGC World Final Rules.
The WCGC World Final brings together participants from more than 30 countries across five continents. The tournament operates through a network of national licensees who organise local qualifying events, making the World Final one of the most internationally diverse corporate golf competitions in the world.
Yes. The 2026 WCGC World Final in Beijing offers a range of sponsorship and partnership opportunities for brands looking to engage with a global audience of senior decision-makers and C-suite executives. For sponsorship enquiries, contact the WCGC team at [email protected].
Road to Beijing 2026 is the official campaign branding for all WCGC national events and communications leading up to the 2026 World Final. It represents the journey that corporate golfers across more than 30 countries undertake throughout the season — from their local qualifier to the World Final stage in Beijing, China.