Kuala Lumpur. Team Malaysia has made history by winning the 2026 MercedesTrophy World Final, marking the country’s first-ever championship title at the global finale of Mercedes-Benz’s signature amateur golf tournament. Held in Stuttgart, Germany, from 28th September to 2nd October 2026, the World Final brought together finalists from across the world following qualifying tournaments in their respective markets.

Published on 29th October 2026.

With around 60,000 golfers from 60 countries participating in MercedesTrophy each year, the global tournament represents one of Mercedes-Benz’s longstanding platforms for bringing its community of golf enthusiasts together. Team Malaysia’s victory places the country among the tournament’s global champions, highlighting a significant achievement in Malaysia’s participation in the competition.

For 140 years, Mercedes-Benz has continued to shape automotive history through craftsmanship, progress, and innovation. Beyond its vehicles, these values are reflected in platforms such as MercedesTrophy, which brings customers together through a shared appreciation of the game and creates opportunities to connect with the Mercedes-Benz brand beyond the road.

“Team Malaysia’s achievement in securing its first-ever MercedesTrophy World Final championship reflects the very best of what the tournament stands for: excellence, passion, sportsmanship, and teamwork. We are immensely proud of our champions for representing Malaysia with distinction on the global stage and for inspiring fellow golfers and Mercedes-Benz customers alike. Their remarkable success has not only brought home a prestigious title but has also created a milestone that will be remembered for years to come.” 

Elaine Hew, General Manager, Marketing Communications, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia

Team Malaysia’s victory marked the culmination of a journey that began with four qualifying rounds across Malaysia, leading to the 2026 MercedesTrophy National Final Malaysia at The Els Club Desaru Coast, Johor. Mr. Ng Jun Lip, Mr. Mohd Azli bin Jamal, and Mr. Liew Kim Seng emerged as champions in their respective categories, earning the opportunity to represent Malaysia at the MercedesTrophy World Final. The team went on to claim the title with a total score of 168, showing consistency and composure on the international stage. The win was complemented by two individual achievements - Mr. Liew Kim Seng claimed first prize in the Singles Category B, while Mr. Ng Jun Lip won second prize in the Singles Category A.

“Winning the 2026 MercedesTrophy World Final is an incredible and unforgettable experience. I’m extremely proud to have represented Malaysia alongside my teammates, and this achievement was truly a team effort. A big thank you to Mercedes-Benz for the wonderful hospitality and for creating such a fantastic event.”

Ng Jun Lip

“A moment I’ll always be proud of. The Malaysia team won the MercedesTrophy World Final in Stuttgart, Germany. What a trip, what a week, and what an experience. I’m grateful to Mercedes-Benz Malaysia for making it happen.”

Mohd Azli bin Jamal

“It was a great experience to represent Malaysia at the MercedesTrophy World Final. I’m glad I got to share this experience with my teammates, and it feels good to see all our hard work pay off. Thank you to Mercedes-Benz Malaysia for giving us this opportunity and making it a trip to remember.”

Liew Kim Seng

Complementing the competition was a week designed to go well beyond the fairways. MercedesTrophy is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and the participating golfers were hosted throughout, from their arrival in Germany to their departure. They competed at the five-star Der Öschberghof in the Black Forest, with views overlooking Lake Constance and the Swiss Alps. They also travelled to Stuttgart, the birthplace of the automobile, to visit the Mercedes-Benz Museum, followed by a visit to the Mercedes-Benz plant in Sindelfingen. For the golfers, it was a chance to see the brand up close, something that comes with being a Mercedes-Benz customer.

Adding to the occasion was the presence of Global Mercedes-Benz Brand Ambassador Bernhard Langer, a two-time Masters champion and partner of Mercedes-Benz since 1985. Reflecting a longstanding partnership built on dedication, discipline, and the pursuit of perfection, he joined the World Final programme, where participants had the opportunity to take part in the “Beat Bernhard Langer” challenge and test their skills against one of golf’s most respected figures.

MercedesTrophy reflects Mercedes-Benz Malaysia’s approach to customer experience, one that is no longer defined only by the vehicle, but by how well every journey fits into the customer’s lifestyle. Through Agility+ by Mercedes-Benz, a total mobility solution, the brand opens the door to a wider Mercedes-Benz world, where customers can enjoy curated experiences such as MercedesTrophy. As Mercedes-Benz’s dedicated golf platform for its valued customers, the tournament connects amateur golfers with the world of professional golf, while creating opportunities for customers to interact and build lasting relationships with the broader Mercedes-Benz community across markets.

Mercedes-Benz Anniversary Year “140 Years of Innovation”

Since Carl Benz filed the patent for the first automobile 140 years ago and Gottlieb Daimler built his motorised carriage shortly afterwards, Mercedes-Benz has dedicated itself to constantly innovate and to create the world’s most desirable cars for customers. This ambition has driven every innovation – from the world's first automobile in 1886 to today's intelligent and safe electric vehicles, like the all-new GLC and the award-winning all-new CLA. With the new S-Class, the company continues the biggest product launch programme in its history. With its passion for performance and pioneering power, excellence and an unwavering commitment to customer service, the brand has consistently shaped the future of mobility. The result goes well beyond engineering achievement – it creates the unmistakable feeling that leads through everything Mercedes-Benz does: Welcome home.

Mercedes-Benz is celebrating 140 years of innovation by driving three new S-Class saloons on a trans-continental journey to 140 locations worldwide. Each place highlights the brand’s technology, heritage, pioneering spirit and worldwide presence. Along the way customers, fans and colleagues will get to join in the celebrations - on an epic adventure that will run until October. Follow the “140 Years. 140 Places” drive across six continents on our “140 years of innovation | Mercedes-Benz Media” special and via the Mercedes-Benz Community.