Quentin Debove Triumphs in Shortened 2025 Hauts de France–Pas de Calais Golf Open
Saint-Omer, September 13th, 2025- France’s Quentin Debove secured his first Alps Tour title at the 2025 Hauts de France–Pas de Calais Golf Open, finishing with a two-day total of 3-under-par. Just one shot behind in solo second place Ireland’s Hugh Foley at 2-under-par. Four players shared third place at 1-under: France’s Augustin Holé, Lucas Fallotico, and Manfredi Manica from Italy, and Malte Von Blankenfeld from Germany.
Adverse weather heavily impacted the tournament schedule. Play was first suspended on Friday at 2:24 p.m. due to heavy rain and flooded greens. It resumed at 4:30 p.m. and continued until 8:08 p.m., when it was halted due to darkness. Round 2 was completed this morning with play resuming at 8:00 a.m. local time.
Round 3 officially began at 11:15 a.m. as a shotgun start but was suspended at 12:51 p.m. due to inclement weather. After thorough consideration, and taking into account the course conditions, continued weather issues, and limited daylight, the Tournament Committee made the decision to cancel Round 3 and reduce the event to 36 holes.
The €42,500 prize fund will be awarded in full, while Order of Merit points will be reduced by 90% in accordance with Alps Tour regulations.
As the 2025 Alps Tour season approaches its final events, the upcoming tournaments take on heightened significance in the race for Order of Merit points. With only a couple of tournaments left before the season culminates in the Grand Final, players are fiercely battling for a top-five finish in the standings that secures promotion to the 2026 HotelPlanner Tour. For some, it’s about maintaining momentum and defending their position, while for others, it’s a vital chance to climb the rankings and keep their dreams alive. The pressure is mounting, and every shot counts as the season reaches its decisive phase.
The 2025 Hauts de France – Pas de Calais Golf Open was a co-sanctioned event between the Ladies European Tour Access Series (LETAS) and the Alps Tour. The fields featured 132 players, evenly split between the two tours, each competing under identical conditions but for separate prize purses and titles.
Final Round Player Quotes
Quentin Debove, 23, from France, captured his first Alps Tour title at the 2025 Hauts de France – Pas de Calais Golf Open with a two-day total of 3-under-par. After opening with a 2-over-par 73 in the first round, he bounced back impressively with a 5-under-par 66 in Round 2. Debove has been a consistent presence near the top of the leaderboard all season, with multiple Top 10 finishes. He entered the week ranked 3rd on the Alps Tour Order of Merit, still seeking his breakthrough victory. With this victory, Debove earned €6,400 and 5,872.50 Order of Merit points, moving him into 2nd place in the Alps Tour Order of Merit standings ahead of the final regular season event in October. “I’m super happy, it’s been close many times, so I’m very grateful to finally get it done here in France,” said Debove. “The conditions weren’t easy with the wind and the rain. I wasn’t patient enough during the first round and made too many bogeys, but I stayed focused and managed the course much better yesterday.” Reflecting on the significance of the win, he added, “I know I can get it done in any conditions, which makes me happy. I’m confident in my game and in the work my team and I have done. The timing was perfect, I knew I needed some strong results, and this will help a lot for the last two tournaments.” Debove also acknowledged the challenges and growth throughout the season: “I’ve learned a lot this year. All the close calls helped prepare me for this moment, and I’m grateful we’ve had the chance to play in so many different conditions.” Debove credited his father for being a steady presence on the bag: “My dad caddied for me and helped me navigate through the tough conditions. He was also there in Biarritz when I shot 59. I wouldn’t have done it without him.”
At the conclusion of the 2025 Hauts de France–Pas de Calais Golf Open, Spain’s Javier Barcos remains at the top of the current Alps Tour Order of Merit standings. France’s Quentin Debove moves into second place following his victory, while Italy’s Jacopo Vecchi Fossa rounds out the top three. Ireland’s Ronan Mullarney climbs into fourth place, with Spain’s Javier Calles Roman rounding out the top five.
LETAS
In the LET Access Series event, Fernanda Lira from Mexico clinched her third win of the season in a playoff against Iceland’s Ragga Kristinsdottir after the final round of the 2025 Hauts de France Pas de Calais Golf Open was cancelled. It took three holes for the pair to be separated, with Lira winning on the third hole after putting for par. Speaking about what it means to get her third win, Lira said: “It feels good. I am happy. I just wanted to win without Ryan on the bag to show I can do it alone. I really wanted to play in windy and rainy weather. Having a win in this weather is special even though today was incredibly tough.”
Lira now moves to second on the Order of Merit with one point between her and the current leader, England’s Gemma Clews. The Mexican’s LET card is now secure. “It feels amazing to have it secure, I can’t wait for next year and to be back.”
Format & Prize Fund
Quentin Debove, winner of the 2025 Hauts de France–Pas de Calais Golf Open, earned a winner’s check of €6,400.00 along with 5,872.50 Order of Merit points.
The Alps Tour will now take a brief break before returning to action at the 2025 Parma Alps Open, scheduled for October 9th to 11th at Golf del Ducato Percorso La Rocca Parma. This event will be the final regular-season tournament before the 2025 Alps Tour Grand Final, where players will be competing for crucial points and positioning ahead of the season’s decisive showdown.
Tournament Promoter
The tournament this week is promoted and organized directly by the host golf club, Aa Saint-Omer Golf Club.
The 2025 Hauts de France-Pas de Calais Golf Open can count on the support of the following official partners: Région Hauts-de-France, Pas-de-Calais Mon Département, CAPSO Communauté d’Agglomération du Pays de Saint-Omer, Autosphere, BFM Grand Littoral, Najeti Hôtels & Golfs Collection, Brasserie Bedague, Sdez, Welcomer, Patrival, Golf+ and Vittel.
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