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Tournament in honour of Eduardo ‘Chapita’ Godinho

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Vale de Choupos Golfe in Beja today honoured its member Eduardo Godinho, a lawyer from Beja better known as ‘Chapita’, who was passionate about golf and who recently passed away due to a long illness, with a tournament on the Castro Marim Resort course.
The two-round tournament, which took place yesterday in very hot weather and today with a strong wind at the start and heat at the end, brought together dozens of club members and friends of ‘Chapita’, with the course in excellent condition.

During the two-day event, the good products of the Alentejo were on show, halfway round the course: cheeses, bread and sausages from the region, and high-quality sparkling wine and wines from Vidigueira and Herdade da Mingorra.
The overall winner was Amândio Pacheco from the Algarve with 55 points.
In nett, businessman Álvaro Labella won with 73 points, followed by Paulo Jacome and Lúcia Vaz, both with 71.
The special prizes on both days went to Flávio Bravo, Amândio Pacheco and Fernando Rocha Santos.
The prizes were distributed after a lively lunch at the Fishermen’s Association restaurant in Vila Real.

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The DP World Tour and the European Swing

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The DP World Tour has kicked off its European Swing in Belgium with The Soudal Open. The tour, now titled the DP World Tour for sponsorship reasons, will be played on European soil until October.

The winner in Belgium was the Spanish Nacho Elvira with 266 strokes (-18), and the best Portuguese was Pedro Figueiredo, in 24th place with 274 (-10).

The European Swing (with the Closed Swing and the Back Nine stages) features a series of thrilling tournaments across various countries. Here is a list of the competitions and their locations:

May 23 – 26
Soudal Open
Rinkven International GC, Antwerp, Belgium

May 30 – Jun 02
European Open
Green Eagle Golf Courses, Hamburg, Germany

Jun 06 – 09
Volvo Car Scandinavian Mixed
Vasatorps Golfklubb, Helsingborg, Sweden

Jun 20 – 23
KLM Open
The International, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Jun 27 – 30
Italian Open
Adriatic Golf Club Cervia, Milano Marittima, Ravenna, Italy

Jul 04 – 07
BMW International Open
Golfclub München Eichenried, Munich, Germany

Jul 11 – 14
Genesis Scottish Open
The Renaissance Club, North Berwick, Scotland

Jul 18 – 21
THE 152ND OPEN
Royal Troon GC, Ayrshire, Scotland

Aug 01 – 04
Olympic Men’s Golf Competition
Le Golf National, Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, France

Aug 15 – 18
D+D REAL Czech Masters
PGA National OAKS Prague, Prague, Czech Republic

Aug 22 – 25
Danish Golf Championship
Lübker Golf Resort, Aarhus, Denmark

Aug 29 – Sep 01
Betfred British Masters hosted by Sir Nick Faldo
The Belfry, Sutton Coldfield, England

Sep 05 – 08
Omega European Masters
Crans-sur-Sierre GC, Crans Montana, Switzerland

Sep 12 – 15
Amgen Irish Open
Royal County Down GC, Newcastle, Co Down, Northern Ireland

Sep 19 – 22
BMW PGA Championship
Wentworth Club, Virginia Water, Surrey, England

Sep 26 – 29
acciona Open de España presented by Madrid
Club de Campo Villa de Madrid, Madrid, Spain

Oct 03 – 06
Alfred Dunhill Links Championship
Old Course St. Andrews, St Andrews, Scotland
Carnoustie, Angus, Scotland
Kingsbarns Golf Links, Kingsbarns, Scotland

Oct 10 – 13
FedEx Open de France 
Le Golf National, Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, France

Oct 17 – 20
Estrella Damm N.A. Andalucía Masters
Real Club de Golf Sotogrande, San Roque, Andalucía , Spain

The European Swing in Spain

The beauty and uniqueness of Europe’s golf courses are unrivalled, with stunning landscapes and world-class facilities. The Real Club de Golf Sotogrande and the Club de Campo Villa de Madrid, both part of Tee Times Golf Agency‘s offerings for those seeking the best destinations for their Spain golf holidays, stand out. These courses, with their lush fairways and scenic views, are known for their challenging design and historical significance, providing unforgettable golfing experiences for professional players and spectators.

The Race to Dubai

In 2009, the Order of Merit was replaced by the Race to Dubai, with a bonus pool of US$7.5 million distributed among the top 15 players at the end of the season, with the winner taking $1.5 million. 

The DP World Tour Race to Dubai leader is Rory McIlroy, who has consistently delivered outstanding performances throughout the season. 

Photo by: Infogolf.

Terras da Comporta: The Torre Course by Sergio Garcia opens in 2025

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Portugal has long been hailed as the premier golf destination in the world, and The Torre Course developed by Vanguard Properties is poised to reinforce this reputation. Situated an hour south of Lisbon, the course boasts stunning natural sandy terrain designed to blend seamlessly with its environment. 

Azalea Public Relations recently interviewed golf legend Sergio Garcia, who eagerly anticipates the grand unveiling of his first major golf course design project. Excitement is being built for The Torre Course at Terras da Comporta, which is set to open in Portugal next summer. Garcia’s involvement marks a significant milestone, as this par-72 layout will be his first complete design responsibility. The Spaniard’s vision underscores sustainable methods, ensuring the course harmonises with the breathtaking landscapes and nearby pristine beaches of Comporta.

“The site is located in striking scenery, just a couple of kilometres from the stunning beaches of Comporta, and the land has all the ingredients for a spectacular golf course. It’s an attractive spot for a golf course, and we’re building it using the best sustainable methods,” said Garcia.

The Torre Course design

The Torre Course, measuring 6,575 meters from the back tees, promises a challenging yet enjoyable experience for golfers of all skill levels. Garcia has crafted a mix of risk-and-reward holes featuring tight fairways and small greens. “We have tried to fit the course as naturally as possible into the landscape to give the guests the feeling that the holes were shaped together with the surroundings by time. Players will find large, sandy waste bunkers along the not-too-overly wide fairways.”

Rodrigo Ulrich, Director of Golf at Terras da Comporta, echoed Garcia’s enthusiasm. “It’s been an amazing first year for The Dunas Course, and we’re expecting people to be just as excited when they see The Torre Course.”

The grand unveiling of The Torre Course coincides with The Dunas Course continuing to garner global recognition, recently being acclaimed as the top golf course in Portugal by Leading Courses. This prestigious accolade underscores the exceptional design, surroundings, maintenance, and hospitality Terras da Comporta offers, assuring golf enthusiasts of an unparalleled experience.

Tee Times Golf Agency presents extraordinary golf and tourism packages for those looking for the ultimate Portugal golf holidays. These offers grant access to world-class courses like The Torre and The Dunas, guaranteeing an unforgettable experience in the world’s finest golf destination. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a casual player, Portugal promises top-notch play amidst awe-inspiring scenery and luxurious accommodations.

It will be the turn to inaugurate The Torre Course next year. And one thing is evident: golf in Portugal does not stop growing. 

 

Photos by: Azalea Public Relations.