Inspiring Journey of Young Golfer Gabriel Hansel: From Amateur Champion to Professional Stage

The name Gabriel Hansel Hari is increasingly heard in Indonesian golf. This 22-year-old young golfer has just officially turned professional in 2025 but is already preparing to make his mark at the Jakarta International Championship (JAKIC) 2025 from October 2–5.

For Hansel, JAKIC 2025 represents a crucial stage. This marks his third appearance in an international event but his first as a professional golfer. 

“I'm extremely enthusiastic about competing with elite Asian Tour golfers at JAKIC 2025. This opportunity motivates me to deliver my best performance,” he stated on Tuesday, September 30, 2025.

The University of Oregon graduate previously won the Low Amateur trophy at the 2024 Indonesia Open, an achievement that bolstered his confidence facing Asian Tour stars.

Beyond pursuing personal accolades, Hansel also contemplates the future of Indonesian golf. 

He hopes international golf tournaments will be held more frequently in the homeland. 

“Tournaments like this are vital for enhancing national athletes' experience while paving the way to prestigious global tournaments,” he remarked.

Hansel now stands as one of Indonesia's new hopes to shine internationally. With JAKIC 2025 also being part of the Asian Tour's International Series and a pathway to the LIV Golf League, Hansel's platform expands significantly. 
Though his career journey has just begun, the golf world's spotlight is already turning toward him.

A Glimpse of JAKIC 

The Jakarta International Championship or JAKIC is an international golf tournament under the International Series, a premium tournament circuit sanctioned by the Asian Tour. 

JAKIC 2025 marks Jakarta's debut tournament on the International calendar. 

This isn't merely a regular tournament, as it provides direct qualification to the LIV Golf League for golfers ranking high in the International Series Order of Merit. (Antara)