EVENT

The Intercontinental Golf Tournament (IGT Tour) is a one-of-a-kind event that combines competition, travel, and personal achievement into a single experience. Sixty golfers, seven iconic golf courses, seven continents. And all in a one-week time frame. Travel between courses in the luxury of a VIP-configured jet. Enjoy the companionship of fellow travelers who share your passion for the game. Each continent offers a chance for victory. Each continent presents a unique golfing challenge. 

The event is organized by Polar Running Adventures, 95 Rosan Glas, Galway, Ireland – Business Reg No. 240933, and led by polar adventurer and renowned international sports event organizer, Richard Donovan.

2025 ITINERARY*

• Nov 6th: Arrive in Jacksonville, Florida
• Nov 7th: Event Briefing at Sawgrass Marriott
• Nov 8th: Golf competition at TPC Sawgrass, Jacksonville
• November 9th: Golf competition at Gavea Golf & Country Club, Rio de Janeiro
• November 10th: Golf competition at Monte Rei, Faro
• November 11th: Golf competition at Al Mouj, Muscat
• November 12th: Golf competition at Cottesloe Golf Club, Perth
• November 13th: Golf competition at Arrabella Golf Club, Cape Town
• November 14th: Golf competition at Wolf’s Fang, Antarctica
• November 15th: Celebration in Cape Town
• November 16th: Free to Return Home

*Important: Please note that there is a possibility a specific golf course or destination may change from those cited. There is also no guarantee that the golfing on seven continents can be completed within a seven-day schedule. The event could have a delayed finish due to adverse weather in Antarctica for example. Participants must anticipate and accept there is a possibility of such delays. Travel via the first six continents is on a VIP private jet, the final continent will utilize a different jet and specialist crew provided by the Antarctica logistics company. 

REGISTRATION FEE

For the registration fee of EUR 79,000, the Intercontinental Golf Tournament / Polar Running Adventures will provide

• VIP travel on a private jet to the first six destinations
• Private round-trip flights on a jet from Cape Town to Antarctica
• Ground Transportation at each venue
• Medical insurance for the trip
• Meals and beverages on board the aircraft
• Group meals at certain locations
• All golf associated expenses at each location, including green fees, practice facilities, golf carts, and caddies.
• Accommodation in Jacksonville, FL on Nov 6th and 7th, and in Cape Town for three nights on Nov 13th, 14th, 15th 2025.
• Intercontinental Golf Tournament merchandise
• Professional photos of your journey. Media publication must be agreed with copyright owners.

Not included:

• Travel to/from your home city to Jacksonville, FL and return from Cape Town, SA.
• Any optional insurance fees, such as trip cancellation
• Meals or beverages not scheduled as group activity
• Any additional optional hotel charges

PAYMENT METHOD

The payment method is by bank wire transfer: you will be contacted and invoiced by event organizers, Polar Running Adventures, after submitting the application form.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

You can pay in full upon registration. Alternatively, a payment schedule would involve two payments: An initial deposit of EUR 40,000 to reserve your place; and a second instalment of EUR 39,000 payable by 6th March 2025.

TRIP CANCELLATION / INTERRUPTION & MEDICAL INSURANCE

You should obtain trip cancellation / interruption insurance in case you have to unexpectedly cancel your trip. In cases of not having cancellation insurance or cancelling for a reason other than that covered by a policy, organizers will transfer your place to a future year if cancellation occurs by 6th August 2025. Organizers will also allow you to transfer your place in the event to another person at any time. The organizers do not undertake to provide refunds. 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

There are no visa documents required for Antarctica. However, you must have a valid passport and the appropriate visa documents, if relevant, for entry to other countries. Participants might also need vaccination documents when travelling, in accordance with ever changing rules, e.g. Covid.

MEDICAL

All participants should be in excellent health and capable of easily travelling the world to complete a round of golf on seven continents in seven consecutive days. Please consult with your doctor before embarking on the Intercontinental Golf Tournament. 

COMPETITION RULES OF THE INTERCONTINENTAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

The IGT Tour

The IGT Tour is a 18-hole strokeplay event in which the male and female players with the best overall net scores from each round of the Intercontinental Golf Tournament will be recognized as champions. Furthermore, each location will be assessed separately, resulting in the determination of seven continental champions for both men and women.

A 9-hole competition will run concurrently with the feature event for those who prefer a shorter game.

Continental Competitions

Each round will contribute to the overall IGT Tour standings, while also being scored separately to create its own distinct competition. For example, if a player scores a net 70 in stroke play at TPC Sawgrass, this score will be added to their total for the IGT Cup. Additionally, that same score may be evaluated using the ‘Stableford’ scoring system to determine the winner in North America. In South America, the ‘Par / Bogey’ or ‘Versus Par’ scoring systems might be applied, and so on.

Competitions like ‘Nearest the Pin’ and ‘Longest Drive’ will take place at select venues, alongside other spot prizes to recognize individual displays of skill.

General Competition Rules

Competitions are conducted according to the R&A Rules of Golf as well as the Local Rules established by each club. All participants and those marking scorecards are expected to be familiar with both sets of rules.

• The full Local Rules will be displayed at each venue and provided to all competitors.
• Temporary Local Rules will also be displayed and furnished to competitors.
• Distance Measuring Devices are permitted for use.
• Motorized Transportation is allowed unless restricted by the Head Greenkeeper or Course Manager due to poor course conditions.
• A competitor’s score on any individual hole is capped at a maximum of nine strokes.
• Any disputes regarding the rules will be resolved by the Referee, whose decision is final.
• Each competitor must complete every hole and accurately record, sign, and submit their scorecard.
• In the event of a tie in any continental competition, the winner will be determined by the best scores on the last 9 holes, then on the last 6 holes, followed by the last 3 holes, and finally the last hole.

Handicap Index

Official World Handicap System Indices are mandatory unless the organizers grant an exemption. In cases where no index is provided, the Referee will assign a starting index.

• The starting handicap for each competitor will be based on the lowest index they achieved in 2025. 
• The Referee reserves the right to adjust each competitor’s Handicap Index after every round of the IGT.

Forms of Play:

Stableford

A player’s score for each hole is determined by the points earned through a comparison of their strokes to a predetermined target score, known as Net Par. The winner of the competition is the player with the highest total points after completing all eighteen holes. The point values assigned based on performance are as follows:

• Net Bogey earns 1 point
• Net Par earns 2 points
• Net Birdie earns 3 points
• Net Eagle earns 4 points
• Net Albatross earns 5 points.

Par/Bogey

Scoring is determined similarly to match play where a player or team either wins or loses a hole based on the number of strokes taken compared to a predetermined target score for that hole. The target score is defined as Net Par:

• Achieving a Net Birdie or better results in a Win (+1) 
• A Net Par results in a Half (0) 
• A Net Bogey or worse results in a Loss (-1)

The overall winner is the player or team with the highest score from wins minus losses. For example, if a player has 5 wins and 3 losses, their score would be +2 points.

Divisions

In addition to the overall IGT Cup, there are specific competitions held on each continent. Divisions may be established before the competition based on the Handicap Index, Course, or Playing Handicap. If the number of participants is limited, results may be combined into a single division.

For instance, the European round in Faro may feature three divisions: Senior, Intermediate, and Minor competitions. These divisions are classified according to handicap ranges, such as 0 – 10, 10 – 18, and 18+, respectively. Furthermore, each player’s score will contribute to their overall IGT Cup total.

Marking Competition Scorecard

• A competition card must be marked by another member of the playing group.
• Gross scores for each hole played should be recorded. 
• Any holes that are started but not finished must be indicated with a dash or zero. It is important to note that a no score on a hole will count as a score of 9 for that hole in IGT Tour calculations. 
• Once the round is completed, both the marker and the competitor must verify the scores and sign the card, indicating their agreement with the recorded scores. 
• After each hole, the marker should confirm the number of strokes with the player and enter the gross score on the scorecard. 
• At the end of the round, the marker is required to validate the hole scores by signing the scorecard. 
• Any questions or disputes regarding the Rules of Golf should be addressed to the Referee before submitting the scorecard.

 ASSUMPTION OF RISK / WAIVER

I acknowledge that I have carefully read and understand the description, terms, conditions, rules and recommendations of the Intercontinental Golf Tournament. I am participating in this trip with full knowledge of any hazards or delays involved in travel across seven continents for such an endeavor. I also realize that the locations and precise dates of the trip could change from those specified on this form.

I understand that Polar Running Adventures works with a specialist polar logistics company in the organization of the Antarctica leg of this tournament and that I may have to complete and agree to their standard polar travel forms. 

I also understand that Antarctica is the most remote and one of the most inhospitable and undeveloped regions of the planet. Logistics problems are enormous, the weather ferocious and unpredictable. The possibility of delays must be anticipated. I must also dress appropriately for the continent and will adhere to any recommendations provided by the organizers.

I understand that Polar Running Adventures shall not be responsible for failure to perform any of its obligations under this agreement during any period when there is a Force Majeure: This refers to any event beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to political unrest, natural disaster, epidemics, pandemics, health advisories and alerts, orders from government or international authorities, severe weather, technical or mechanical failure, or any other causes beyond the control of Polar Running Adventures or deemed to constitute a danger to the safety and well-being of participants. 

In consideration of being permitted to participate in this adventure trip, I fully assume responsibility upon myself for such bodily, mental, and financial injuries caused by, but not limited to various surface transportation, accidents, aircraft malfunctions, hazards of traveling in the Antarctic environment, forces of nature, civil unrest, terrorism, and other perils. I freely assume these and all other risks in exchange for the thrill and adventure of traveling to all seven continents, including Antarctica.

I hereby assume all risks, including those mentioned above, as a result of my participation.

USE OF IMAGE

I understand that during the Intercontinental Golf Tournament or in related activities, I may be photographed and filmed. I agree to allow my name, photo, video or film likeness to be used for any legitimate race promotional purpose by the event organizers, producers, sponsors, and assigns. 

INDEMNIFICATION 

In consideration of the services of Polar Running Adventures, agents, owners, officers, volunteers, participants, employees, sponsors, medical personnel and all other persons, or entities acting in any capacity on their behalf: I hereby agree to release, indemnify, and discharge them, on behalf of myself, my children, my parents, my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and estate as follows:

I release Polar Running Adventures and all of its agents and representatives or other entities acting on their behalf from any and all liability, actions, causes of actions, suits, debts, and demands that I may have for bodily injury, death, or property damage, loss of income, delays and other claims which may arise out of, or in connection with my participation in the Intercontinental Golf Tournament. I also certify that I will have adequate insurance to cover unanticipated trip cancellation /interruption, and any injury or damage that may occur on the trip, or which I may suffer while participating, or else I agree to bear the costs of such injury or damage myself.

RESPONSIBILITY OF POLAR RUNNING ADVENTURES

Polar Running Adventures reserves the right to cancel the Intercontinental Golf Tournament for any reason up to 6th May 2025. The refund of all monies received will be the limit of our liability. Polar Running Adventures will not be liable for other costs incurred by you in preparing for the trip. In the event of a later cancellation of the race due to Force Majeure or unforeseen circumstances, Polar Running Adventures agrees to provide the same trip to registrants at the next possible opportunity. Polar Running Adventures will not be liable for other costs incurred by you in preparing for the trip.

GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION 

The validity, construction and performance of this Agreement shall be governed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Ireland. The parties hereby irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Republic of Ireland as regards any claim, dispute, or matter arising out of, or in connection with this Agreement.

SIGNATURE

I have carefully read and understand the description, terms, rules, conditions and recommendations of the Intercontinental Golf Tournament 2025 and I am participating with a thorough knowledge of any risks involved. I freely and voluntarily agree to the terms and conditions of the Intercontinental Golf Tournament 2025 by signing this contract via submission of the application form.