Ancora Pro Series – Matoa National Golf Club
Rory shot 5-under (67) on the first day of the Ancora Pro Series tournament, held at Matoa National Golf Club from February 23 to 25, 2010.
Rory Eyes Successful 2010 With New Focus, Backing
From JakartaGlobe.com:
The Year of the Tiger looks promising for Rory Hidayat Hie as he tries to jump-start his career.
Rory was chosen as the Mercedes-Benz Indonesia ambassador, and he will serve in his new capacity for one year.
The 21-year-old golfer said the support gave him motivation.
“I’m very excited to be chosen as Mercedes-Benz Indonesia’s ambassador. It will definitely push me to the limit and to play harder,” he said on Monday.
As a brand ambassador, Rory will play in all the Mercedes-Benz Series events on the Asean Tour. Company chief executive Rudi Borgenheimer said the move was part of Mercedes-Benz’s commitment to develop golf in Indonesia.
“We are committed to supporting young Indonesian golfers, and I think Rory is the biggest talent in Indonesia,” Borgenheimer said.
Gaining such support could open up a new chapter for Rory, who finished 2009 without a tournament victory in his first year on the Asian Tour.
He struggled with physical problems during the Pertamina Indonesia President Invitational and the Mercedes-Benz Series. He had problems with his eyes and planned to undergo Lasik surgery, but he decided against the move after consulting with his doctor.
“I didn’t do the Lasik surgery as my doctor said my pupils were too big. He told me I could use contact lenses again after a certain amount of time,” Rory said.
When he was healthy, Rory put forth a solid showing at the Enjoy Jakarta Indonesia Open. He finished in an 11-way tie for 32nd place at the New Kuta Golf and Ocean Resort in Bali, winning $8,909 in prize money. The only one of 13 Indonesian entries to make the cut, he opened with a two-under 70 before shooting three rounds of even-par 72.
Rory’s first event of 2010 begins today at the Emeralda Mercedes-Benz Tournament at Emeralda Golf Club in Depok.
The tournament is being held in conjunction with the club’s 15th anniversary.
The professionals will compete for honors today and Wednesday, while Thursday brings a pro-am tournament. Organizers have provided Rp 150 million ($16,000) in prize money.
“The prize money is taken from members’ green fees. We took Rp 5,000 from each member, and we will give the money back to local professional golfers,” Emerelda chairman Wahyu Affandi Harun said. “We do it as we’re very concerned about the fact that most [Indonesian] professional golfers are barely able to support themselves.” Golf
2010 Asian Tour Q School
From thesportscampus.com:
Rory Hie, who won a tournament in Indonesia last month, is determined to repeat last year’s feat where he became the first Indonesian to earn playing rights on the Asian Tour.
“Last year was a learning curve for me and I hope to put it to good use. A lot of top players are consistent with their game and that’s what I need to do. My form is now back on track and hopefully I can earn my card again,” said Hie.
2009 PGPI PGA Championship
Rory won the 2009 PGPI PGA Championship in the final against Burhan Bora, 3&2. Held at Matoa National GC on Dec 21-24.
Rory going to Final Euro Tour Q-School (Barcelona, Spain)
Rory passed the 2nd stage of European Tour Qualifying School in Arcos Gardens, Jerez, Spain, shooting a final round of 64 for a total score of 69-75-70-64, or 10 under par.
From europeantour.com:
Over at Arcos Gardens veteran Spaniard Luna led the way on 12 under par, two shots clear of Indonesia’s Rory Hie – who shot a stunning round of 64 – with South African Michiel Bothma a further two strokes back in third place.
The Final Stage will be held in Barcelona, Spain, on Nov 28 – Dec 3, 2009.
Australian Masters
Mercedes-Benz Brand Ambassador
Rory was appointed the Mercedes-Benz Brand Ambassador Indonesia.
The key handover was conducted on November 1, 2009 by Mr. Rudi Borgenheimer (President & CEO) and Mr. Roland Staehler (Director) at the Mercedes-Benz HQ in Jakarta.
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Mercedes-Benz Masters Indonesia (Oct 14-17, 2009)
From mercedes-benztour.com:
Rory Raring to go in Indonesia
October 13, Jakarta: Indonesia’s Rory Hie could be the man to beat at this week’s Mercedes-Benz Masters Indonesia as Emeralda Golf and Country Club, which is host the venue for the second successive season.
The 21 year old, in his second year as a professional, knows the courses there like the back of his hand as he has been regularly practicing at the club.
Hie will also be buoyed by the fact he won The International Championship last year on home soil to become the first Indonesian to win on the Mercedes-Benz Tour. It was also his first victory as a professional.
The US$60,000 tournament tees-off on Wednesday and is the penultimate tournament on this year’s Mercedes-Benz Tour.
“I know Emeralda really well. I have played there a lot and it is practically my home course in Jakarta. I have shot eight under around there before but not during a tournament. The set up will be different for a tournament but I definitely have an advantage playing there,” said Hie.
The young golfer has not made the impact that was expected of him this year. He turned professional in August of last year and enjoyed a good debut season highlighted by his victory on the Mercedes-Benz Tour.
He has played on the Asian Tour and Challenge Tour in Europe this year but has been dogged by injuries.
“I am playing better now but I got out of my rhythm this season. I had an injury on my right leg and also got an irritation in my eye. I will go for Lazik eye surgery later this year. My eye problem actually started when I was changing my contact lenses on a flight in Europe. I had to go to a hospital in Italy for treatment,” said Hie.
The leg injury has virtually heeled so it appears Hie is better placed to start playing well again.
He attended the University of Southern California and was at one point ranked the sixth best amateur in the world. The talented golfer attended college for two years and then opted to leave prematurely as he felt he was ready for the professional game.
Plenty of other players will also fancy their chances including compatriot Andik Mauludin, who finished second to Hie in The International Championship last year when still an amateur. He turned professional soon after.
Other top contenders aiming to give Hie a run for the title this week include multiple Mercedes-Benz Tour winner Malaysian Danny Chia, who finished third at Emeralda last year, 2008 Player of the Year Wisut Artjanawat from Thailand and his compatriot Thammanoon Srirot, an Asian Tour winner, Singapore’s Quincy Quek and Felix Casas from the Philippines.
Macau Open – Sept 10-13
(From asiantour.com)
Asian Tour – Email Your Stars
From asiantour.com:
EMAIL YOUR STARS !
Fans of Asian Tour can now send emails to their favourite player through Fan Zone. Players such as Rory Hie of Indonesia and Australians Neven Basic and Darren Beck reply to fan mail. Click here
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