Asia’s rising junior golf stars set to compete at one of China’s premier championship venues in March 2027

HONG KONG, Nov. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Asian Junior Elite Series (AJES) has officially announced the Shenzhen Classic, which will take place from 9–11 March 2027 at the prestigious Hidden Grace Golf Club in Shenzhen, China.

"We are thrilled to bring the Asian Junior Elite Series to the spectacular Hidden Grace Golf Club. Our mission at AJES has always been to provide junior golfers with a world-class platform to showcase their talent and elevate their game. Hosting our event at a championship venue of this caliber not only tests their skills but also inspires them to reach the next level of competitive golf." said Smile Xu, Founder of AJES and Miles Group.

Having hosted numerous international tournaments, Hidden Grace Golf Club is widely recognized as one of China’s premier championship venues. The addition of the AJES Shenzhen Classic marks another significant step in the Series’ mission to nurture the next generation of Asian golf talent and provide young players with opportunities to compete on the international stage.

"We are honored to host the AJES Shenzhen Classic. Hidden Grace Golf Club has a proud history of hosting world-class tournaments, including events like China Open on the DP World Tour and the Shenzhen International. Through years of international tournament experience, we have developed a proven, high-standard event hosting system supported by our internationally recognized championship facilities," said Xueqin Deng, General Manager of Hidden Grace Golf Club.

"We have long been committed to nurturing local golf talent through our home venue, supporting players such as Huilin Zhang, Wenyi Ding, Wocheng Ye and Xuewen Luo as they progressed from amateur golf to the professional tours and international stage. We are proud to have witnessed the development of many championship-winning players." Deng continued, "We recognize that junior golfers across Asia face more limited opportunities to earn international ranking points and greater challenges in their development compared with their overseas counterparts. Hosting the AJES Shenzhen Classic is a continuation of our long-standing commitment to talent development. By leveraging an established tournament platform, we hope to create stronger pathways for junior golfers to progress internationally and help more young Chinese players take their first steps from the Greater Bay Area onto the world stage."

Spanning 2.5 million square meters, Hidden Grace Golf Club features 36 holes of international championship golf designed by renowned golf course architect Neil Haworth. Built with environmental sustainability in mind, the courses preserve much of the site’s natural landscape and vegetation, incorporating lakes, rolling hills and open terrain.

The club has extensive experience hosting major international tournaments, including multiple editions of the DP World Tour-sanctioned Volvo China Open and the Shenzhen International. Its proven tournament-hosting capabilities and world-class facilities make it an ideal venue for the AJES Shenzhen Classic, providing a competitive environment that meets the Series’ high standards. Hidden Grace Golf Club is also China’s first European Tour Destinations venue and has received certification from the Golf Environment Organization (GEO), positioning it as a pioneer in promoting environmentally sustainable golf club practices in China.

Further strengthening its international reputation, the club was named among the Top 50 Golf and Country Clubs in Asia-Pacific in the 2026–27 Platinum Clubs of the World rankings, placing it among the world’s leading private clubs.

Founded by leading sports marketing agency Miles Group, the Asian Junior Elite Series is dedicated to creating a professional pathway for talented junior golfers from China and across Asia to compete at the international level.

The inaugural 2026–27 season features three regular-season tournaments followed by a season-ending Tour Championship. The opening event, the Beijing Classic, will take place from 18–20 November 2026 at Topwin Golf and Country Club in Beijing, while the Season Championship is scheduled for late May 2027 at Shanghai Enhance Anting Golf Club.

As with all AJES events, the Shenzhen Classic will count towards the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR), Junior Golf Scoreboard (JGS), TUGR and the AJES Smile Points ranking system.

The tournament will be contested over 54 holes of stroke play, with a field of 90 junior golfers comprising 50 boys and 40 girls. The top eight boys and top six girls will earn places in the season-ending Tour Championship, while the boys’ and girls’ champions will each receive an exemption into the AJGA SSEF Junior Championship.

With professional tour-level tournament operations and a championship-calibre venue, the AJES Shenzhen Classic aims to provide aspiring golfers with a challenging competitive experience, helping them develop their skills, gain international exposure and take the next step in their golfing journeys.

The 2026–27 Asian Junior Elite Series is supported by a number of internationally recognized organizations and brands. The Janet Lin Pathways Project serves as the Series’ Strategic Partner, same as The Spin Club and the Sports Education Foundation. SportsBox AI joins as the Official Data Partner, TaylorMade as the Official Golf Equipment Partner, and Rungolf as the Official Golf Simulator Partner.

For more information and the latest tournament updates, please visit www.ajesgolf.com.

About the Asian Junior Elite Series (AJES)

The Asian Junior Elite Series (AJES) is a premier junior golf tour launched in 2026. The 2026-27 season features 3 regional tournaments and 1 annual grand finale. Benchmarking against the American AJGA model, the tour establishes a standardized ranking point system. AJES connects directly with international ranking systems including WAGR, JGS, and TUGR. It also opens recruitment pathways for AJGA tournament exemptions and U.S. college teams, offering a tournament experience built to professional-grade standards.

About Miles Group / 思迈超牛

Miles Group is a marketing agency headquartered in Hong Kong that has been deeply rooted in the Asian market for 15 years. With teams across Mainland China, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, India, and Thailand, it focuses on the sports and lifestyle sectors. The group provides one-stop services covering public relations, digital media, content creation, KOL management, and event management for top global clients. Its client portfolio includes industry benchmarks such as Augusta National Golf Club, USGA, LPGA, LIV Golf, BLAST and more. Relying on its proprietary MCN talent resources and deep regional media and industry networks, it continuously crafts high-quality localized communication and content marketing solutions for brands. Since 2025, the group has focused on developing its own tournament IPs and content; its inaugural Junior Charity Classic immediately became an industry market benchmark. 思迈超牛 is the affiliated operating company of Miles Group in Mainland China.

About Hidden Grace Golf Club

Hidden Grace Golf Club, formerly known as Genzon Golf Club, is a premium golf and lifestyle destination under the Genzon Group. Covering approximately 2.5 million square meters, the club features 36 holes of international championship golf across two courses, 18 holes equipped for night golf and a five-star clubhouse spanning more than 10,000 square meters.

Designed by renowned golf course architect Neil Haworth, the courses embrace sustainable design principles, preserving the original landscape and natural vegetation while incorporating lakes, hills and open terrain.

Operating as a private members’ club, Hidden Grace Golf Club is committed to delivering exceptional golfing experiences, premium hospitality and a distinctive club culture that reflects its philosophy of personal growth, excellence and an appreciation of the game.