Have you heard of hole-in-one insurance?
In almost all cultures, a hole-in-one is something worth celebrating. Golfers may have waited their entire lives for that moment, and when the ball finally goes in, the instant joy is unparalleled. However, in Japan, the situation is different. In fact, in Japan, more than 40% of golfers purchase hole-in-one insurance.
As a well-known golf brand for decades, Galileo Sports has been committed to upgrading golf products and controlling quality. In this blog, we will take you to understand the hole-in-one insurance that Japanese golfers are keen on, and learn about the fresh blood in the golf neighborhood in different regions!
What is hole-in-one insurance?
During the insurance period, if the insured can hit a hole-in-one, the insurance company will compensate the expenses in accordance with the provisions of the contract. The following is a detailed introduction to this insurance type. Golf hole-in-one insurance is a primary insurance with the same level as golf course comprehensive insurance, which is very different from the extended terms in golf course comprehensive insurance. Golf hole-in-one insurance generally covers a large amount of insurance, and the insurance period usually applies to the competition. "Hole-in-one" means that the participating golfer hits the ball from the teeing green to the next hole in one shot in an official competition, provided that the standard number of strokes from the teeing green to the next hole is not less than three. As long as you hit a hole-in-one in golf, you can ask the insurance company for compensation.
Why buy golf hole-in-one insurance
For a hole-in-one in golf, many golfers look forward to and fear it. They look forward to it because the probability of a hole-in-one in golf is very small. Once a hole-in-one is made, it is a supreme honor for golfers. However, they fear it because once a hole-in-one occurs, a large amount of expenses will follow. After a hole-in-one, everyone present has to celebrate. Those with less money can have a meal or karaoke. Those with more money should organize another round of golfing, and all the expenses should be borne by themselves. If there are too many participants, they can also pay for it individually, but the prizes for the final draw must be provided by the player. In addition, in official competitions, the organizers of the event often provide generous prizes or bonuses for "hole-in-one", which will also be a considerable expense.
Due to the above two reasons, golf hole-in-one insurance came into being. The golf hole-in-one insurance that first appeared in Japan basically covers the above two situations. Since then, this insurance model has been gradually adopted by other countries and has become the most widely used golf hole-in-one insurance model in the world.
It can be said that golf hole-in-one insurance is a very special insurance type. This type of insurance has a long history of development in Japan. In 1982, the earliest "comprehensive insurance that covers the cost of a hole-in-one" was launched, which is the golf hole-in-one insurance clause. As long as the player purchases the "player comprehensive insurance" before leaving the court and hits a hole-in-one, he can get insurance compensation ranging from 4,000 to 6,000 yuan. When asked if any player has successfully challenged the "hole-in-one award", Liu Kai laughed and said that so far no one has, but there have been several particularly thrilling situations. Therefore, for the organizers of the event, buying golf hole-in-one insurance can not only eliminate their concerns about the responsibility of the "hole-in-one award", but also a side reflection of the event specifications. Since it kills two birds with one stone, why not do it?
For amateur players who are keen on golf, "Hole in "Hole-in-One" is undoubtedly the biggest dream. According to American statistics, for professional players and amateur masters, the chance of a hole-in-one is 3708:1; for ordinary club members, the chance is 42952:1. Although the probability of a hole-in-one in golf is very small, it does happen. So golf hole-in-one insurance was born.
It can be said that golf hole-in-one insurance is a very special insurance type. This type of insurance has a long history of development in Japan. In 1982, the earliest "comprehensive insurance that covers the cost of a hole-in-one" was launched, which is the golf hole-in-one insurance clause. As long as the player purchases "player comprehensive insurance" before leaving the court and hits a hole-in-one, he can get insurance compensation ranging from 4,000 to 6,000 yuan. Of course, this is more of a reward for golfers than compensation, so this money is often handed over to golfers in the form of golf course green tickets.
When asked if any player has successfully challenged the "hole-in-one award", Liu Kai laughed and said that no one has so far, but there have been several particularly thrilling situations. "As the person in charge of golf hole-in-one insurance, I will wait by the designated hole for a hole-in-one in every competition. I remember the most thrilling challenge. The hole was only three or four yards away. If it hadn't rained that day, the ball would have probably gone into the hole! Speaking of this, Liu Kai added: "In fact, abroad, golf hole-in-one insurance is a must-buy supporting insurance for many well-known events. Therefore, for the organizers of events, purchasing golf hole-in-one insurance can not only eliminate their concerns about the responsibility of the "hole-in-one award", but also is a side reflection of the event specifications. Since it kills two birds with one stone, why not do it?"
Things to note
Of course, some creative people might think of lying about hitting a hole-in-one, collecting the insurance money, and then living a luxurious life for a year. However, insurance companies have anticipated this situation, requiring detailed evidence to prove that you actually hit a hole-in-one, and generally only provide this insurance to Japanese citizens.
Although Japan treats hole-in-ones very differently from other places, there is at least one similarity: the insurance company always wins.
Last words
In any case, it is a happy thing to be able to hit a hole-in-one in golf. Although it is a low-probability event, it reflects your extraordinary golf skills. Day after day, practicing swings at home with a galileo golf batting cage, and exchanging golf skills and experiences with golfers on the golf course on weekends, all of this is rewarding.
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