The final round of the International Pairs Portugal 2025 took place on 19 July at Quinta do Perú Golf & Country Club, concluding a fiercely competitive series of qualifiers held across the country. The national final brought together Portugal’s top amateur pairs, all vying for the chance to represent their nation at one of the most prestigious events in amateur golf.
Rising to the top were Gonçalo Belchior and Mateus Costa, representing Team OLIVIER, who secured 1st place and booked their spot at the International Pairs World Final in Sun City, South Africa, with all expenses covered. They’ll go head-to-head with amateur champions from more than 30 countries, a proud moment for both the players and Portuguese golf as a whole.
Now in its third decade, the International Pairs tournament has grown into a global celebration of amateur talent. For Portugal, events like this are not just competitive fixtures, they’re proof of the country’s continued investment in grassroots golf and its rising profile on the international stage. With initiatives like these gaining traction, Portugal is steadily cementing its reputation not just for scenic fairways, but for serious talent.
The day also saw strong performances from Team MRT Auditores (Hugh Thomson & José Gonçalves Roberto), who finished second, and Team G-FORCE (Grace Xiao & Shane O Laochadha), who placed third. Xiao also picked up the Nearest the Pin award, while Guilherme Jerónimo claimed Longest Drive.
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