2nd July 2026 | Alps Tour Golf
Switzerland’s Maximilien Sturdza sets the pace in La Gomera
La Gomera, July 2nd, 2026 – Under the Canary Islands sunshine, Maximilien Sturdza made the perfect start to this year’s Fred. Olsen Alps de La Gomera. Playing in the morning, the Swiss player carded an excellent 63 (-8) to take the opening-round lead.
The 26-year-old, who finished 11th last week at the UGolf Aravell Andorra Open, produced a flawless bogey-free round. He made his move with a superb stretch of five birdies in six holes between the 6th and the 11th, setting the pace after the opening day.
Despite an early bogey on the 5th, Spain’s Alfonso Buendia opened with a 65 (-6) thanks in part to an eagle on the 4th. He shares second place with fellow Spaniard Gonzalo Leal, whose eventful round included one eagle, eight birdies and four bogeys.
Round 2 will begin at 8:10 a.m. local time from the 1st tee at Tecina Golf. At the conclusion of the second round, a cut will be made to the top 40 professionals and ties (including all amateurs within the cut), who will advance to the final round.
Round 1 Player Quotes
Maximilien Sturdza: “I felt good when I woke up and just went through my normal warm-up. I got off to a good start and it was nice to finish with a bogey-free round. I was four under through nine, and then the putts just kept dropping. I only missed one or two greens all day, which shows my game is in a good place. Over the next two days, I’ll just try to do the same thing, stay consistent and remain mentally present.”
Alfonso Buendía: “I’m very happy to be back here, as I am every year. It’s a beautiful place and the course is in great condition. It was a really solid round and I’m pleased with my game. I only missed one drive all day, so overall I’m very satisfied. The goal now is to stick to the same strategy and hopefully stay near the top of the leaderboard.”
Tournament Promoter and Sponsors
The 2026 Fred. Olsen Alps de La Gomera is promoted and organized by JGolf.
The 2026 Fred. Olsen Alps de La Gomera is supported by Fred. Olsen, S.A., as well as the Gobierno de Canarias, Promotur Turismo de Canarias, the Cabildo Insular de la Gomera, the Federación Canaria de Golf and Kyocera.
Alps Tour Media Contact: Nathan Cardet –[email protected]
Photo Credit: Alps Tour Golf/ Raffaele Canepa
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30th June 2026 | Alps Tour Golf
Tecina Golf Welcomes Back the 6th edition of the Fred. Olsen Alps de La Gomera
La Gomera, June 30th, 2026- The Alps Tour heads back to the Canary Islands for the 14th tournament of the season, the 2026 Fred. Olsen Alps De La Gomera. The tournament will be played at the fascinating Tecina Golf from July 2nd– 4th 2026.
The 2026 tournament will mark the sixth edition of the event, further strengthening its place as one of the Alps Tour’s most established and anticipated stops. Following successful editions in 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023, and 2025, it has consistently attracted strong fields and produced memorable champions. The tournament was not held in 2024 due to renovations at the host venue, Hotel Jardín Tecina.
Tecina Golf has long served as a showcase for emerging talent, with several former competitors going on to achieve success at the highest levels of professional golf. The venue has hosted 20 professional tournaments to date, including eight HotelPlanner Tour events between 2009 and 2016. Among its distinguished list of champions is major winner Brooks Koepka, who claimed victory at Tecina Golf in 2013 during the early stages of his professional career.
The 2026 Fred. Olsen Alps De La Gomera will be contested over 54-holes of stroke-play, with a cut after 36 holes to the top 40 professionals and ties, including all amateurs within the cut. In the event of a tie at the conclusion of the final round, the tournament winner will be decided by a sudden-death play-off.
The players competing this week will contend a minimum prize fund of € 46,000 and 45,000 Order of Merit points.
On July 1st, the traditional Tour Scramble, Par is your Friend will occur.
The Field
An outstanding field is set to compete in this year’s edition of the 2026 Fred.Olsen Alps de la Gomera.
Several winners from this season have confirmed their participation, including Italy’s Enrico Di Nitto, Spain’s Alejandro Rodriguez Andreu, Ireland’s Sam Murphy, and Paul Franquet from France, as well as two-time season winner, Alexandre Vandermoten from France.
Eight players currently ranked inside the Top 10 of the Alps Tour Order of Merit are scheduled to tee it up this week in the Canary Islands- The only absentees from the top positions are Order of Merit leader Italy’s Andrea Romano and France’s Maxime Legros, who occupies second place in the standings.
Romano and Legros have each claimed three victories this season, earning immediate promotion to the HotelPlanner Tour for the remainder of the year.
Further enhancing an already impressive field are two proven DP World Tour winners. Alvaro Quiros from Spain, a seven-time DP World Tour winner and runner-up at last year’s Fred.Olsen Alps de La Gomera, returns to La Gomera alongside fellow Spaniard Alejandro Cañizares, a two-time DP World Tour champion.
As the 2026 season progresses, players continue to compete for a place inside the top five of the Order of Merit, which at season’s end will secure promotion to the 2027 HotelPlanner Tour. Furthermore, the leading six players (including amateurs) on the Alps Tour Order of Merit at a cut-off date determined by the DP World Tour will be exempt from Stage 1 of the 2026 DP World Tour Qualifying School.
The Course
Tecina Golf, one of the top three courses in the Canary Islands, is a par 71 course measuring 6,343 meters from the white tees. Designed by renowned British architect Donald Steel, it is located on the hill of Lomada de Tecina on La Gomera, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve since 2012. The 18-hole course offers a unique design, beginning with a climb to the first tee and unfolding entirely downhill with every hole facing the Atlantic Ocean. Steel described it as “the most exciting and challenging project I have ever designed and built.” Surrounded by sweeping ocean views and the majestic Mount Teide in the distance, Tecina Golf offers a rare blend of challenge and natural beauty.
The course is immersed in native Canary Islands flora, with fairways and greens bordered by vibrant vegetation including tabaiba shrubs, spurge cactus, and fruit-bearing trees such as banana, mango, and avocado. This lush environment not only defines the visual identity of the course but also fills the air with the distinct fragrances of its surroundings. Located in Playa Santiago, San Sebastián de La Gomera, Tecina Golf offers a multi-sensory experience in a tranquil setting, combining pristine golf with the silence, nature, and mild climate that make La Gomera an unforgettable destination.
Tournament Promoter and Sponsors
The 2026 Fred. Olsen Alps de La Gomera is promoted and organized by JGolf.
The 2026 Fred. Olsen Alps de La Gomera is supported by Fred. Olsen, S.A., as well as the Gobierno de Canarias, Promotur Turismo de Canarias, the Cabildo Insular de la Gomera, the Federación Canaria de Golf and Kyocera.
Alps Tour Media Contact: Alice Barbieri / Nathan Cardet –[email protected]
Photo Credits: Alps Tour Golf/ Federico Capretti
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27th June 2026 | Alps Tour Golf
France’s Alexandre Vandermoten Claims Second Title of the Season at the 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand
Aravell, June 27th, 2026 – The Final Round of the 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand got underway this morning at UGolf Aravell Andorra under sunny skies and warm temperatures. The course was presented in excellent condition, providing a fitting stage for the tournament’s final round as players battled for the title and valuable points on the Alps Tour Order of Merit.
Introduced in 2022 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the host venue, the UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creandhas established itself as a regular event on the Alps Tour calendar and returned this year for the fifth edition.
Alexandre Vandermoten of France, who remained near the top of the leaderboard the entire week, carded a final-round 4-under-par 67. A birdie on the 18th hole secured a winning total of 11-under-par, earning him the title at the 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand and his second Alps Tour win of the season.
Just one stroke behind, Spain’s Victor Garcia Broto finished alone in second place at 10-under-par. With his second-place finish, Garcia Broto moved up 7 spots in the Order of Merit and now sits in 13th position. Spain’s Pablo Alperi and Italy’s Luca Cavalli shared third place at 9-under-par.
Alongside the regular tournament, a Nations Cup took place this week featuring amateur players from Bulgaria, Italy, Portugal and Andorra. Bulgaria’s Philip Kittoff and Sam Brown took home the Nations Cup title.
This week, a prize fund of €49,700 and a total of 45,000 Order of Merit points were up for grabs.
With this victory, Alexandre Vandermoten earned the winner’s check of €7,200 and 6,525 points in the Order of Merit standings, moving up 7 spots to now be in 3rd place.
Following the 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand, Italy’s Andrea Romano, continues to lead the Alps Tour Order of Merit. Maxime Legros from France remains in 2nd place, while this week’s winner, has climbed to third. Ireland’s Robert Moran is in 4th place with Spain’s Pablo Alperi rounding out the top five.
Next week, we head to La Gomera Island for the 2026 Fred. Olsen Alps de La Gomera which will take place from July 2nd– 4th at Tecina Golf La Gomera in the Canary Islands.
Final Round Player Quotes
Alexandre Vandermoten, 25, of France, a two-time winner this season, remained composed under pressure in the final round to seal the win.
“Today was a long day, but I felt I was in a good routine and really stuck to my plan to stay in my own head and be mentally strong. My putting was really solid all week from inside six feet, I’m really proud of that. My biggest goal was to stay in my own head, and I did that, so I’m proud of it.
“I’m taking it one step at a time, obviously 2 wins is a great achievement and a third would be even better but right now, one step at a time. My goal is to keep working on my mental game to stay even more present and stick to my routine even more. I want to better understand pressure and learn to play with it. I knew where I stood on the 18th tee needing a birdie. I was feeling good, but I felt the pressure over the last few holes and made a couple of mistakes because I didn’t stay present. That’s exactly what I want to improve. Continuing my mental work will help me get there.
I’ll go into each tournament with the mindset of staying in my own head, having a good week, enjoying it, and having fun with friends.”
Tournament Promoter
The 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand is promoted by former DP World Tour winner, Spain’s José Manuel Lara.
The economic promoter of the tournament is UGolf Aravell Andorra, and the main sponsor of this week’s event is the bank, Creand.
Alps Tour Media Contact: Alice Barbieri / Nathan Cardet –[email protected]
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26th June 2026 | Alps Tour Golf
Theo Boulet from France Surges into Lead at UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand After Round Two
Aravell, June 26th, 2026 – Round 2 of the 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand, continued today at UGolf Aravell Andorra, located just a few kilometres from the Principality of Andorra. Players continued to compete with mostly sunny skies and warm temperatures throughout the day. First played in 2022 to mark the 25th anniversary of the host venue, the UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand has grown into a regular stop on the Alps Tour schedule and returned for the fifth edition this year.
After 36 holes, the leaderboard remains tightly packed, with a former champion here at UGolf Aravell Andorra Open, France’s Theo Boulet returning to familiar territory to take the outright lead heading into the final round with a two-day total of 8-under-par.
In a 4-way tie for second place at 7-under-par are France’s Alexandre Vandermoten, Italy’s Manfredi Manica, and Spain’s Victor Garcia Broto and Alvaro Hernandez Cabezuela.
A total of 58 players (49 pros, 9 amateurs) made the cut which was set at 142 (par). The Final Round will begin at 7:50 a.m. local time from both the 1st and 10th tees. The final pairing will tee off at 9:40 a.m. local time from the 1st tee. In the event of a tie at the conclusion of the final round, the tournament winner will be decided by a sudden-death play-off.
A prize fund of €49,700 and a total of 45,000 Order of Merit points are up for grabs this week. The winner of the 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand will receive €7,200 and 6,525 points in the Order of Merit standings.
With the tournament now well underway, the 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand continues to play a key role in the Order of Merit race, offering another valuable opportunity for players to gain ground in the season standings.
Round 2 Player Quotes
France’s Theo Boulet, 23, a multiple-time Alps Tour winner, including the 2024 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand title, moved into the lead with a 5-under-par 66 in today’s second round for a two-day total of 8 under-par. Drawing on his previous success at here, Boulet credited smart course management and a disciplined game plan for his performance.
“Today was a really good day. I played well and made good decisions around the course. I didn’t make many mistakes, so I’m very happy with the way I played. I think the key on this course is to keep things simple and not try to force it. Playing to the right areas has worked really well for me over the last two days. The biggest difference today was my iron play and my wedge game. I gave myself plenty of good birdie opportunities, even though I didn’t hole as many putts as I would have liked. Tomorrow I’ll stick to the same game plan and stay patient, just as I have over the first two rounds. What has helped me the most is the confidence I have in my strategy. I know this course well and I really like it. Playing to the smart areas has been the key to my success so far.”
Alexandre Vandermoten, 25, of France, one of this season’s winners, produced another composed performance to remain firmly in contention heading into the final round. “Today was really good. I stayed very steady and kept focused on my own game. I stayed mentally strong and only made one mistake all day. I’m in a good position now, so my goal tomorrow is to stay even more focused and remain strong over the final 18 holes. I had a great group today and we had a lot of fun out there. Tomorrow I’ll try to be even more patient and see where that takes me.”
Italy’s Manfredi Manica, 30, credited his patience and solid ball-striking after another consistent performance that keeps him in contention heading into the final round. “I tried to stay as patient as possible today because I got off to a really good start, but I struggled to hole putts. I really only made two mistakes, which led to my two bogeys, but apart from that I played very well. Tomorrow I’ll try to do the same as I have over the first two days, and hopefully a few more putts will drop. I’m happy to be back playing at a good level, especially after what has been a bit of a difficult season.”
Spain’s Victor Garcia Broto, 29, was pleased with a steady performance that keeps him in a strong position heading into the final round. “Overall, I had a pretty consistent day. I started a little slowly and made a couple of mistakes early on, but after that I played solid golf. I holed a few good putts, stayed patient, and I’m happy with the way I finished the round. I’m looking forward to tomorrow and the position I’ve put myself in. I’ll try to enjoy it and keep doing the same things I did over these last two days.”
Alvaro Hernandez Cabezuela, 29, from Spain, a multiple-time Alps Tour winner, kept himself in the title hunt and will head into the final round just one shot off the lead. “I played some really good golf today, but I feel like I left a couple of shots out there over the last few holes. I’m very pleased with the first two rounds, and I’ve been playing well over the past couple of weeks, so I’m happy to have a chance tomorrow. I’ll start one shot behind, which is not a bad position. I’ll stick to my game and we’ll see what happens.”
Tournament Promoter
The 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand is promoted by former DP World Tour winner, Spain’s José Manuel Lara.
The economic promoter of the tournament is UGolf Aravell Andorra, and the main sponsor of this week’s event is the bank, Creand.
Alps Tour Media Contact: Alice Barbieri / Nathan Cardet –[email protected]
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25th June 2026 | Alps Tour Golf
A Tight Leaderboard Emerges After Round 1 of the 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand
Aravell, June 25th, 2026 – A mostly sunny day welcomed the players for the opening round of the 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand, taking place at the picturesque UGolf Aravell Andorra, located just a few kilometres from the Principality of Andorra. Now in its fifth edition, the tournament was first established in 2022 to celebrate the 25thanniversary of the host venue and has since become a regular fixture on the Alps Tour schedule.
After the opening round of the tournament, a tightly packed leaderboard sees six players share the lead at 4-under-par: Switzerland’s Maximilien Sturdza, Spain’s Anton Vazquez Muinos and Pau Sanchez Marin (am), France’s Alexandre Vandermoten, Lars Keunen from the Netherlands and Italy’s Manfredi Manica. Just one shot back, a large group of players sits at 3-under-par, ensuring a tightly contested battle heading into the next round.
At stake this week is a total prize fund of €49,700 and 45,000 Order of Merit points. The 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand winner will walk away with €7,200 and 6,525 points awarded to the winner.
Round 2 will begin at 8.00 a.m. local time from both the 1st and 10th tees. The 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand is contested over 54 holes of stroke play, with a cut after 36 holes to the top 40 professionals and ties, including all amateurs within the cut. In the event of a tie at the conclusion of the final round, the tournament winner will be decided by a sudden-death play-off.
As the season progresses, the 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand marks another important stop in the race for the Order of Merit, with valuable points on offer for players looking to climb the rankings.
Round 1 Player Quotes
Maximilien Sturdza, 26, from Switzerland, said: “Today went well, from tee shots to putting. The key was to give myself plenty of birdie chances and try to convert as many of them as possible. It’s always nice to start a tournament well, both for confidence and peace of mind. Over the next two days, I’ll focus on maintaining a positive mindset and concentrating on the things I can control. I struck my irons very well today, which allowed me to create a lot of opportunities throughout the round. It’s encouraging to see that part of my game working well and giving me plenty of chances to score.”
Spain’s Anton Vazquez Muinos, 35, commented: “Overall, I struck the ball really well and made some good putts. I also made a few mistakes along the way—some I managed to save and some I didn’t—but I’m pleased with how I played. I made five birdies, one eagle and three bogeys. The greens here at UGolf Aravell Andorra are quite undulating and the grain has a significant effect, so it’s very important to leave your putts on the correct side. More than the score itself, what I’m most proud of is the way I stayed committed to every shot and managed to remain focused on the present. Looking ahead, my goal is to keep following my routine and maintaining that same level of commitment. I holed some good putts and made a couple of excellent up-and-downs today. If I can improve a little with the driver over the next few rounds, that could make a difference.”
Alexandre Vandermoten, 25, of France, one of this season’s winners, was pleased with his opening round, saying: “I think the key for me is to stay steady and stick to my routine on every hole. I try not to think too much about the score. What’s more important is the battle with myself to stay focused and remain in my own process. I finished well, which was really positive, and I did a good job of keeping my emotions under control and staying level throughout the round. A second win this season is somewhere in the back of my mind, but I’m focused on staying in process mode rather than thinking about results. My goal over the next few rounds is to keep doing that and, as much as possible, stay committed to my routine.”
Lars Keunen, 29, of the Netherlands, commented: “It’s always nice to get off to a good start. I played pretty solidly from tee to green, and my only bogey came from a three-putt on the 3rd hole. For the next two days, I want to stay patient and give myself as many birdie opportunities as possible.”
Italy’s Manfredi Manica, 30, said: “I got off to a really good start and tried to stay as patient as possible because there are a lot of scoring opportunities out there. That said, I’m not entirely pleased with how I played the par 5s today, as I didn’t manage to make a birdie on any of them. I think the key on this course is patience. The par 5s are the holes you need to take advantage of, while on the par 3s you have to be careful and avoid mistakes. Over the next two rounds, I’ll do my best to remain patient and keep putting the way I did today, apart from the 18th hole, where I had an eagle chance and ended up making par.”
Also in the share of the lead is Spanish amateur Pau Sanchez Marin, 22, who birdied his final hole of the day to join the group at the top.
Tournament Promoter
The 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand is promoted by former DP World Tour winner, Spain’s José Manuel Lara.
The economic promoter of the tournament is UGolf Aravell Andorra, and the main sponsor of this week’s event is the bank, Creand.
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23rd June 2026 | Alps Tour Golf
The 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand Celebrates Its 5th Edition This Week
Aravell, June 23rd, 2026 – This week, the Alps Tour returns to action in northeastern Spain for the 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand. The tournament will be played from June 25–27 at UGolf Aravell Andorra, located in Aravell, Lleida, Spain, just a few kilometers from the Principality of Andorra.
Now in its fifth edition, the UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand was originally established in 2022 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the host venue, UGolf Aravell Andorra, and has since become a regular fixture on the Alps Tour schedule.
On Monday, June 22nd, a Qualifying Tournament was held at the host venue, with the top 10 finishers securing their place in this week’s field.
This week’s event will offer a minimum prize fund of €48,000 and 45,000 Order of Merit points, with €6,900 and 6,525 points awarded to the winner.
The UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand will be contested over 54 holes of stroke play, with a cut after 36 holes to the top 40 professionals and ties, including all amateurs within the cut. In the event of a tie at the conclusion of the final round, the tournament winner will be decided by a sudden-death play-off.
Two Best Ball Aggregate to Par Pro-Ams are scheduled during tournament week, both starting with a 9:00 a.m. shotgun start. The Opening Pro-Am took place on Tuesday, June 23, while the Closing Pro-Am will be played on Sunday, June 28. The newly crowned champion of the 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand will join the participants in the Closing Pro-Am.
The Field
As the race for the Order of Merit intensifies, the 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand represents another important opportunity for players to strengthen their position, with seven members of the current top ten competing this week.
Among the standout names in the field are five 2026 season winners: Italy’s Enrico Di Nitto, Ireland’s Sam Murphy, France’s Alexandre Vandermoten and Paul Franquet, and Spain’s Alejandro Rodriguez Andreu. Each arrives this week with the opportunity to secure a second victory of the season.
The only absentees from the current top ten this week are Order of Merit leader Andrea Romano of Italy, France’s Maxime Legros, who occupies second place in the standings, and Italy’s Alessandro Nodari.
Romano and Legros have already secured three victories each this season, earning immediate promotion to the HotelPlanner Tour for the remainder of the year.
As the race toward the 2026 Hulencourt Alps Tour Grand Final continues, players will be looking to capitalize on another important opportunity to earn valuable Order of Merit points and improve their standing.
The Course
Located just 15 km from the Principality of Andorra and 5 km from La Seu d’Urgell, Aravell Golf & Country Club is nestled in Aravell, Lleida, Spain. This 18-hole course, designed by two-time Masters Champion José María Olazábal, will be played as a par 71 over a distance of 6,155 meters.
Known for its compact and enjoyable layout, UGolf Aravell Andorra by Creand features narrow fairways, relatively small greens, and generous rough, offering a true challenge for players. Set in a wide valley at 700 meters above sea level, the course provides stunning views of the Pyrenees and the Cadí mountain range.
Tournament Promoter
The 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open by Creand is promoted by former DP World Tour winner, Spain’s José Manuel Lara.
The economic promoter of the tournament is UGolf Aravell Andorra, and the main sponsor of this week’s event is the bank, Creand.
Alps Tour Media Contact: Alice Barbieri / Nathan Cardet –[email protected]
Photo Credits: Alps Tour Golf / Raffaele Canepa
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13th June 2026 | Alps Tour Golf
Enrico Di Nitto Wins 2026 Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar After A Three-Hole Playoff
Roquetas de Mar, June 13th, 2026 – The Final Round of the 2026 Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar got underway this morning under sunny skies and calm conditions at Club de Golf Playa Serena. However, as play progressed, the wind gradually strengthened and remained a constant factor throughout the day, once again testing the players and adding an extra challenge to the final round.
England’s Mason Essam, who led the tournament after each of the first two rounds, carded a final-round 5-over-par to finish the week at 1-under-par. Italy’s Enrico Di Nitto, who began the day tied for second place, posted an even-par final round. A clutch birdie on the 18th hole allowed him to join Essam at the top of the leaderboard and force a playoff.
After three holes of a sudden-death playoff on the 18th hole, Enrico Di Nitto emerged victorious with a birdie to claim the 2026 Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar title.
Finishing in a share of third place at even par for the tournament: Spain’s Alvaro Hernandez Cabezuela and France’s Paul Franquet.
With this win, Di Nitto earned the winning check of €7,900 and 6,525 points towards the Order of Merit standings, moving up 9 spots to now be in 5th place.
Essam climbed 2 spots to 9th place, while France’s Paul Franquet moved up 3 spots to 4th in the new Order of Merit standings.
Following the 2026 Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar, Italy’s Andrea Romano, continues to lead the Alps Tour Order of Merit. Maxime Legros from France and Robert Moran from Ireland remain in 2nd and 3rd place, respectively.
Following a one-week break, the players will return to action from June 25th–27th for the 2026 UGolf Aravell Andorra Open.
Final Round Player Quotes
Enrico Di Nitto, 33, from Italy, reflects on his victory: “The emotions today were many. The first thing I said to my caddie after the opening tee shot on the first playoff hole was how incredible it is to feel that kind of pressure. It’s what we play for, and I hadn’t felt it for a while—it was amazing.
The wind was the biggest factor this week. If I’m honest, I was actually happy when I saw the forecast because I enjoy playing in the wind. It makes you think more, the ball moves a lot, and I think it definitely made a difference in the second round, when I started to get more used to the conditions here. My second round yesterday was certainly the key to this victory.
The birdie on 18 was crucial. Mason missed a short putt that, honestly, I didn’t expect him to miss to win it. Going into the playoff, I felt very charged mentally and I kept thinking positively.
This is my first win as a father, and I can’t wait to get home to my family to be with them and celebrate.”
Tournament Promoter
The Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar is sponsored by the Royal Spanish Golf Federation, the Andalusian Golf Federation, the Regional Government of Andalusia, the Higher Council for Sport (CSD), Roquetas de Mar City Council, Kyocera and Bodegas Juan Gil, and organized by JGolf18.0.
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12th June 2026 | Alps Tour Golf
Mason Essam Maintains Lead as Wind Continues to Test the Field at the 2026 Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar
Roquetas de Mar, June 12th, 2026 – Round 2 of the 2026 Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar, continued today at Club de Golf Playa Serena in Roquetas de Mar, Spain. Although players enjoyed sunny skies and warm temperatures throughout the day, strong winds continued to blow across the course, creating challenging scoring conditions.
After 36 holes, only three players remain under par for the tournament. England’s Mason Essam maintained his position at the top of the leaderboard with a 2-under-par second round, moving to 6-under-par for the tournament.
Italy’s Enrico Di Nitto moved into a two-way tie for second place after signing for the low round of the day. The Italian carded an impressive bogey-free 3-under-par round in the difficult conditions to reach a two-day total of 1-under-par, keeping himself firmly in contention heading into Saturday’s final round.
He is joined in the share for second place by Spain’s Victor García Broto, who also produced a strong performance in the afternoon wave, signing for a 2-under-par round to remain firmly in the mix heading into Saturday.
A total of 46 players (45 pros, 1 amateurs) made the cut which was set at 147 (+7). The Final Round will begin at 9:00 a.m. local time from both the 1st and 10th tees. The final pairing will tee off at 10:50 a.m. local time from the 1st tee.
At stake this week is a total prize fund of €54,550 and 45,000 Order of Merit points. The 2026 Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar winner will earn €7,900 and 6,525 points towards the Order of Merit standings.
Round 2 Player Quotes
Mason Essam, 26, from England, was delighted with his performance over the opening two rounds and believes the strong results reflect the progress he has been making throughout the season. “Today was great. To be six-under through two rounds out there with only two bogeys, I’m over the moon. The last couple of weeks have shown some really good signs, but it’s definitely been coming since the start of the year. I’ve played some lovely golf this season, but I’ve been a little off on and around the greens. It’s nice to start seeing things come together.
Today was windy again, and it was all about taking it one shot at a time. It’s so hard not to get ahead of yourself, but I tried really hard to just execute the best I could. My putter has been a real help this week. It’s been my get-out-of-jail card, and I’ve been cleaning up nicely from around six feet, which has helped me keep the momentum going.
Tomorrow looks windy again, so the focus remains the same: keep the ball in the fairways, play to the center of the greens, and see where that takes me.”
Enrico Di Nitto, 33, from Italy, was particularly satisfied with his consistency throughout the day and the way he managed the demanding conditions to post a bogey-free round. “Today went very well. My game from tee to green was very solid. It was difficult to hit a lot of greens in these conditions, but whenever I missed one, I managed to miss it on the correct side and leave myself with a simpler chip shot. Even then, nothing was easy out there.”
“My short putting was also very good. On days like today, you need every part of your game to be consistent because it’s very easy to shoot five or six over par. That’s why I’m extremely pleased with the round. We had some strong wind gusts this morning, which made things complicated, and it looks like the wind will continue to be a factor throughout the tournament.”
“Tomorrow is expected to be windy again, so my focus will be to stay committed to the same approach that worked well today, remain patient, and take it shot by shot.”
Victor Garcia Broto, 29, from Spain, was particularly pleased with his composure throughout the round and the impact his putting had on his score. “Today was a tough day because of the wind. It was a very difficult round, and low scores were hard to come by. I feel my game was quite similar to what it was yesterday, and I played very solidly, but the main difference was my putting. I holed some very important putts on the front nine, including some long ones on holes 1, 7, and 8, which helped turn the round in the right direction.”
“I’m very happy with how calm I stayed throughout the day and how I accepted the mistakes, which were very easy to make in these conditions. Being able to stay patient and respond well to those moments was very important.”
“My focus for tomorrow is to continue doing the same things I’ve done over the first two days: stay calm, stay focused on my game and commit to what I want to do on every shot. Above all, I want to enjoy the round and have a good day. If I do that, hopefully the rest will take care of itself.”
Tournament Promoter
The Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar is sponsored by the Royal Spanish Golf Federation, the Andalusian Golf Federation, the Regional Government of Andalusia, the Higher Council for Sport (CSD), Roquetas de Mar City Council, Kyocera, and Bodegas Juan Gil, and organized by JGolf18.0.
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Photo Credits: Alps Tour Golf / Raffaele Canepa
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11th June 2026 | Alps Tour Golf
Mason Essam Takes the First-Round Lead at the Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar
Roquetas de Mar, June 11th, 2026 – A mostly sunny but windy day provided a challenging start to the 2026 Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar, the first Alps Tour event of the season to be held on Spanish soil.
England’s Mason Essam carded an opening-round of 4-under-par, 66 to take the first-round lead. Essam made two birdies and one bogey on his opening nine holes before adding three more birdies on the back nine to move into the lead.
Behind him, the leaderboard remains tightly packed, with numerous players well-positioned heading into the second round of the tournament.
A group of four players share 2nd place with an opening round score of 2 under-par: France’s Theo Boulet and Damien Perrier, and Spain’s Alejandro Rodriguez Andreu and Daniel Berna Manzanares.
Round 2 will begin at 8.00 a.m. local time from both the 1st and 10th tees. At the conclusion of the second round, a cut will be made to the top 40 professionals and ties (including all amateurs within the cut) who will advance to the final round.
At stake this week is a total prize fund of €54,550 and 45,000 Order of Merit points. The 2026 Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar winner will walk away with €7,900 and 6,525 points towards the Order of Merit standings.
Round 1 Player Quotes
Mason Essam, 26, from England, said: “Today was great. You can’t really complain about making five birdies and one bogey to start a tournament, especially in such windy conditions, so I’m very pleased with the round. I wasn’t necessarily trying to shoot a particular score. It was one of those days when you can’t really plan or predict what’s going to happen. I simply picked my shots and tried my best. Over the next two rounds, my focus will be very much the same as it was today. The wind is forecast to be even stronger tomorrow, so I’ll just stay present and take it one shot at a time. I managed to get some good work done with the putter today and tidied things up nicely, which definitely helped keep the momentum going. Today wasn’t really a day for a bucket hat, though. The superstitious side of me couldn’t work out whether my best shots came with it on or off.”
France’s Théo Boulet, 23, sits in a share of second place after the opening round: “It was a very good day overall in extremely windy conditions, where it’s easy to make mistakes. My game was solid, and I focused on playing to larger targets, so I’m really pleased with how the day went. For me, the key this week in these conditions is to play smart and not try to force things or attack the course too aggressively. It was important to post a good score early in these conditions to get the tournament off to a strong start and put myself in a good position, because we all know that anything can happen when the wind is like this. Over the next two days, I’ll stick to my game plan. I’ll continue to play fairly conservatively, aiming for larger targets, and, above all, remain patient, because we know the wind can really test your patience out there.”
Tournament Promoter
The Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar is sponsored by the Royal Spanish Golf Federation, the Andalusian Golf Federation, the Regional Government of Andalusia, the Higher Council for Sport (CSD), Roquetas de Mar City Council, Kyocera and Bodegas Juan Gil, and organized by JGolf18.0.
Alps Tour Media Contact: Alice Barbieri / Nathan Cardet –[email protected]
Photo Credits: Alps Tour Golf / Raffaele Canepa
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9th June 2026 | Alps Tour Golf
Alps Tour heads to Spain for the Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar
Roquetas de Mar, June 9th, 2026 – For the 12th event of the season, the Alps Tour heads to the Province of Almería in Southern Spain for the 2026 Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar – the first event of the season held on Spanish soil.
Club de Golf Playa Serena in Roquetas de Mar will host an Alps Tour event for the fourth time overall and for the third consecutive year, with this week’s Alps de Andalucía–Roquetas de Mar taking place from June 11–13.
Thanks to the support of the Real Federación Española de Golf (RFEG), the tournament prize fund has been increased by €5,000. This boost reinforces the shared commitment of the Alps Tour, the Royal Spanish Golf Federation, and JGolf to continue supporting young professional golfers and to provide the best possible competitive opportunities.
This week’s event will offer a minimum prize fund of €54,000, along with 45,000 Order of Merit points, including €7,900 and 6,525 points awarded to the winner.
The 2026 Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar will be contested over 54-holes of stroke-play, with a cut after 36 holes to the top 40 professionals and ties, including all amateurs within the cut. In the event of a tie at the conclusion of the final round, the tournament winner will be decided by a sudden-death play-off.
On June 10th, the traditional Tour Scramble, best two balls Pro-Am will occur.
The Field
As the season enters a decisive phase, this week’s tournament will play a key role in the battle for the Order of Merit, with eight of the current top ten players set to compete.
The strong field also includes four winners from the 2026 season: Ireland’s Sam Murphy, France’s Alexandre Vandermoten and Paul Franquet, and Spain’s Alejandro Rodriguez Andreu, all looking to capture another title.
The only two players missing this week from the current top ten are Order of Merit leader and defending champion Andrea Romano of Italy, and France’s Maxime Legros, who sits second in the standings. Both players have already secured three wins so far this season, earning direct promotion to the HotelPlanner Tour for the remainder of the year.
Home hopes will be high, with a strong Spanish contingent in the field, led by Pablo Alperi, Mario Galiano Aguilar, and Gonzalo Leal, as all three are inside the top ten of the current Order of Merit standings.
In addition to a strong Spanish contingent, the field features players from many of the Alps Tour’s established golfing nations, including France and Italy, alongside competitors from Ireland, England, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Jersey, the Czech Republic, Argentina, the United States Of America, Wales, Monaco, and other countries.
This week’s tournament represents an important opportunity for players to strengthen their position in the Order of Merit race and build momentum heading into the next phase of the season ahead of the 2026 Hulencourt Alps Tour Grand Final.
The Course
The 2026 Alps de Andalucía–Roquetas de Mar will be played at Club de Golf Playa Serena in Roquetas de Mar, Spain. Designed by Peter Allis and Ángel Gallardo, the course is renowned for its wide fairways, nine lakes, and strategically placed bunkers that protect the greens.
The course is set amidst a rich Mediterranean landscape, featuring a wide variety of native vegetation. Pines, eucalyptus, palm trees, olive trees, oleanders, frangipanis, fan palms, and bougainvillea can be found throughout the rough and landscaped areas.
Club de Golf Playa Serena has a strong history of hosting professional tournaments, including several Alps Tour events. It has also welcomed in the past, the Challenge de España, part of the HotelPlanner Tour.
Tournament Promoter
The Alps de Andalucía-Roquetas de Mar is sponsored by the Royal Spanish Golf Federation, the Andalusian Golf Federation, the Regional Government of Andalusia, the Higher Council for Sport (CSD), Roquetas de Mar City Council, Kyocera, and Bodegas Juan Gil, and organized by JGolf18.0.
Alps Tour Media Contact: Alice Barbieri / Nathan Cardet – [email protected]
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