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2nd May 2026 | Alps Tour Golf

France’s Maxime Legros claims a second win at the Miglianico Alps Open

Italy, May 2nd, 2026 – France’s Maxime Legros claimed his second Alps Tour title in less than two weeks, following up his win at the Dreamland Open with another impressive performance at the Miglianico Alps Open.

After nearly 30 events to secure his maiden victory, Legros needed only a matter of days to double his tally. Starting the final round one shot behind the lead, the Frenchman delivered a strong 66 (-4) at Il Cerreto di Miglianico Golf.

Two decisive stretches of three consecutive birdies, from holes 7 to 9 and again from 13 to 15, proved to be the difference. He becomes the second multiple winner of the season after Italy’s Andrea Romano, who won twice earlier this year in Egypt.

Overnight leader Alessandro Nodari had to settle for a final-round 69 (-1), affected by a double bogey and two bogeys. The Italian shares second place with Austria’s Christoph Bleier and France’s Ewan Le Tennier.

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With this victory, Legros earns €7,200 and 6,525 Order of Merit points and moves to the top of the standings, just ahead of Italy’s Andrea Romano. Ireland’s Robert Moran and Spain’s Mario Galiano Aguilar and Pablo Alperi Lopez complete the top five.

The players will return to action on Thursday, May 14th in Austria for the Gosser Open.

Round 3 Player Quotes

Maxime Legros: “It was completely different from my win at Dreamland, where I had a big lead all day. This time, I was behind until the middle of the round — I was even four shots back after six holes. But I stuck to my game plan. With a two-shot lead towards the end, I managed to stay composed and bring the title home.

Now the goal is to be in the top 6 after the Biarritz Cup to avoid PQ1, and then finish in the top 5 overall. With two wins, of course you want to go for a third one, but we know how quickly things can change in golf. You have to take advantage when you’re playing well, and I’m happy I’m doing that right now. A big thank you to my coaches, my sponsors, my family and my girlfriend.”

Ewan Le Tennier: “What was missing this week was definitely my chipping. I gave myself plenty of chances to make birdies — I made eight today — so there was room to go lower. But my chipping wasn’t sharp enough, and every small mistake ended up costing me a bogey, which made it difficult to post a really low score.

That said, I’m very happy with my start to the season. It’s another podium finish after Dreamland, and I played a very good final round today — bogey-free with four birdies. I’ve made eight cuts in eight events, so for my first season, I’m really pleased with how things are going.”

Christoph Bleier: “It’s been a bit tough over the last two days. I wasn’t really hitting it well and had to scramble a lot. The wind made it pretty tricky to score low, so it was really impressive to see Max finish the way he did, especially with those birdies on 13, 14 and 15. Unfortunately, I couldn’t keep up with him this week because, as I said, I wasn’t striking it great.

Overall, I’m really happy with three top-ten finishes. I’m playing good golf at the moment and looking forward to keeping that going, hopefully giving myself a chance later in the season to move up to the HotelPlanner Tour. For now, I’ll take it one tournament at a time. I’m heading to play on the HotelPlanner Tour next week in Italy at Golf Nazionale, then I’ll be back for the Gösser Open.”

Tournament Sponsors

The Miglianico Alps Open is promoted by the Italian Pro Tour, branch of the Italian Golf Federation which is supported by Buccellati (Presenting Sponsor), Fideuram Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking (Official Bank), Enel (Official Sponsor), Unipol (Official Sponsor), GTZ Distribution – Nike (Official Technical Supplier), Gazzetta dello Sport (Media Partner), and Infront Italy (Official Advisor).

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1st May 2026 | Alps Tour Golf

Italy’s Alessandro Nodari in strong position at the Miglianico Alps Open

Italy, May 1st, 2026 – Italy’s Alessandro Nodari will have the opportunity to claim his first professional title on home soil after taking the lead following the second round of the Miglianico Alps Open.

The 25-year-old carded a second consecutive 66 (-4) to move into the top spot, delivering a solid performance that included one eagle, four birdies and two bogeys in challenging windy conditions.

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First-round leader Christoph Bleier remains firmly in contention, just one shot back. The Austrian shares second place with Spain’s Gonzalo Leal and France’s Maxime Legros, winner of the Dreamland Open two weeks ago.

France’s Ewan Le Tennier sits in fifth place, two strokes behind Nodari, and still very much in the mix heading into the final round.

For tomorrow’s final round, play will begin at 8:00 a.m. from both the 1st and 10th tees. At the conclusion of the third round, the winner will receive €7,200 and 6,525 Order of Merit points. In the event of a tie, a playoff will determine the champion.

Round 2 Player Quote

Alessandro Nodari: “It was a solid day. I knew the scoring wouldn’t be very low because of the conditions, the wind was very strong. I just tried to hit the ball straight like yesterday and felt comfortable off the tee. I missed a couple of short putts early on, but I stayed patient and kept going. The wind got even stronger later, so hitting fairways became key. I missed a few greens but chipped very well to save par. On hole 8, I drove the green and made eagle for the second time, and finishing with a birdie on my last hole was good. My driving and iron play worked very well today, the putting wasn’t the best part of my game, but overall I’m very satisfied.”

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30th April 2026 | Alps Tour Golf

Austria’s Christoph Bleier takes advantage of late conditions to lead in Miglianico

Italy, April 30th, 2026 – Austria’s Christoph Bleier capitalised on more favourable afternoon conditions to take the lead after the opening round of the Miglianico Alps Open at Il Cerreto di Miglianico Golf.

Weather played a key role on Thursday, with the morning wave facing rain, while the afternoon starters enjoyed calmer conditions. Taking full advantage, Bleier signed an impressive 64 (-6) to set the early pace. The Austrian’s round was eventful, featuring seven birdies, one eagle and three bogeys.

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Also playing in the afternoon, France’s Ewan Le Tennier sits just one shot back after a solid 65 (-5). Italy’s Alessandro Nodari holds third place at -4, highlighted by a hole-in-one on the 15th. A group of seven players shares fourth place at -3.

For Round 2, play will begin at 7:30 a.m. 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, who will advance to the final round (including all amateurs within the cut).

Round 1 Player Quotes

Christoph Bleier: “Today’s round was a bit wild, but I did a really good job making the important putts and hitting some key chip shots when I needed to. I also had a bit of luck — on hole 4, I hit it into the trees but ended up with a great lie and made birdie. On 18, I hit a drive that just carried the water, then an 8-iron to two metres for eagle. Overall, I stayed very composed. I didn’t feel nervous or stressed, even if I wasn’t hitting it exactly how I wanted. It could have been a bit tidier, a bit less wild, but overall it was really good golf.”

Mason Essam : “It was a solid round today. I got off to a nice start, and I was a bit surprised to be leading at -3 after the morning session, but the conditions were quite tricky with the wind and some rain this morning. I just focused on taking it shot by shot. I’m still recovering from a stomach issue from Egypt, so that was also a challenge out there. My short game really helped me today — I relied a lot on my chipping and gave myself a lot of easy pars. Tomorrow, I’d like to hit it closer with my irons and wedges, especially on scoring holes where I felt I could have created more chances.”

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29th April 2026 | Alps Tour Golf

Alps Tour heads back to Italy for the Miglianico Alps Open

Italy, April 29th, 2026 – A few weeks after the Villa Paradiso Alps Open and following two events in Egypt, the Alps Tour returns to Italy for the Miglianico Alps Open, taking place from April 30th to May 2nd at Il Cerreto di Miglianico Golf, on the east coast of the country.

From this point on, the Tour will remain in Europe for the final fourteen events of the season. Formerly known as the Abruzzo Open from 2014 to 2023, the tournament makes its return to the schedule after a two-year absence.

A minimum prize fund of €48,000 will be on offer, along with 45,000 Order of Merit points, including €6,900 and 6,525 points awarded to the winner. The event will be played 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 after 54 holes, a sudden-death playoff will determine the champion.

The Field

Will the run of French victories continue this week in Miglianico? After wins by Alexandre Vandermoten, Maxime Legros and Paul Franquet, all three will be aiming for a second title this season.

Italy’s Andrea Romano, already a two-time winner earlier this year, has the opportunity to secure immediate promotion to the HotelPlanner Tour with a third victory on home soil.

Benjamin Kedochim is the only absent among the top 20 in the Order of Merit is present in Italy this week. The field is composed of 144 players, including 50 players from the national field. A total of 24 amateurs are also competing.

The Course

Il Cerreto di Miglianico Golf is an 18-hole, par-72 course measuring 5,875 metres, designed by renowned American architect Ronald Kirby. Located in the province of Chieti, in the Abruzzo region, the course winds through vineyards, olive groves and small lakes, offering scenic views just a few kilometres from the Adriatic coast.

Technically engaging, the layout features narrow fairways, subtle slopes, and strategically placed bunkers and water hazards that reward accuracy and smart course management. Open year-round and easily accessible, it has hosted numerous events and offers a distinctive and rewarding challenge for players of all levels.

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26th April 2026 | Alps Tour Golf

Paul Franquet makes it three in a row for France with Allegria Open win

Egypt, April 26th, 2026 – Paul Franquet extended France’s winning run on the Alps Tour by claiming his maiden title at the Allegria Open, overcoming challenging conditions in a dramatic final round.

Strong winds made scoring difficult throughout the day at Allegria Golf Club. The Frenchman, who had led since the start, struggled early with three bogeys in his first five holes.

However, the Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche player showed great resilience, adapting to the conditions and fighting back. A crucial birdie on the 10th put him back on track before a stunning finish — a brilliant iron shot at the 17th set up a tap-in birdie, followed by an eagle on the 18th to seal victory in style.

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Aymeric Laussot, who held the lead with three holes to play, saw his chances slip away with back-to-back bogeys on the 16th and 17th. He eventually shared second place with fellow Frenchman Augustin Holé, who fired an impressive 67 (-5), Italy’s Alessandro Nodari, and Spain’s Gonzalo Leal.

With this victory, Franquet earns €6,200 and 6,525 Order of Merit points and moves up to seventh place in the standings, while the top five remains unchanged.

The players will return to action on Thursday, April 30th in Italy for the 2026 Miglianico Alps Open.

Round 3 Player Quotes

Paul Franquet: “It felt like such a long day. The course was completely different from the first two rounds — the wind had changed direction and the pin positions were tougher. It was a real test of golf and mental strength. I actually played very well but had a lot of bad breaks. I just told myself to stay patient, and finishing birdie-eagle to win is incredible. I was +3 after five holes but still felt I was playing well. Once I adjusted to the wind, I really found my rhythm. It’s only been six months since I turned professional, so this is a huge relief. Last season I had a couple of chances but couldn’t close it out. I worked a lot on my mental game, and today it paid off.”

Gonzalo Leal: “I’m proud because even after hitting two balls out of bounds, I never gave up and kept fighting until the end. Finishing three under over the last four holes makes me quite satisfied with my attitude. It’s a shame to come so close, but that’s golf. I feel good, I’ve started the season solidly, consistently around the top 20, top 15, top 10. I just need to take that next step and create more opportunities like this to eventually get a win.”

Tournament Sponsors

The 2026 Allegria Open is part of the Egypt Golf Series 2026 and is proudly supported by the Egyptian Golf Federation and The Allegria as title sponsor. Additional support is provided by TPC – Touristic Promotion Company.

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25th April 2026 | Alps Tour Golf

France’s Paul Franquet takes control ahead of the final round

Egypt, April 25th, 2026 – Could we see a third consecutive French victory on the Alps Tour? After wins by Alexandre Vandermoten at the Villa Paradiso Alps Open and Maxime Legros at the Dreamland Open, Paul Franquet has put himself in a strong position to continue the streak.

The player from Saint-Nom-la-Bretèche backed up his opening 66 (-6) with another solid round of 67 (-5) to take the lead heading into the final day.

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However, nothing is decided yet in Cairo. Italy’s Luca Memeo, France’s Aymeric Laussot, and Spain’s Gonzalo Leal are all just two shots behind, while France’s Tom Guéant remains in contention three strokes off the lead.

For tomorrow’s final round, play will begin at 7:45 a.m. from both the 1st and 10th tees. At the conclusion of the third round, the winner will receive €6,200 and 6,525 Order of Merit points. In the event of a tie, a playoff will determine the champion.

Round 2 Player Quote

Paul Franquet : “Paradoxically, I played much better than yesterday. I honestly had the chance to go lower, but I didn’t putt very well and made three pars on the par 5s while being close to the greens. I’m in a good position for the final round, so I’ll try to play the same way and hopefully make a few more putts. I’ll stay shot by shot, stick to my strategy, trust myself, and if I do that, I think it will work out.”

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24th April 2026 | Alps Tour Golf

French trio shares the lead after Round 1 of the Allegria Open

Egypt, April 24th, 2026 – French players dominated the opening day at Allegria Golf Club, with three of them sharing the lead after the first round of the Allegria Open.

In the morning, Aymeric Laussot and Damien Perrier set the pace with excellent rounds of 66 (-6). Laussot carded seven birdies and one bogey, while Perrier produced a flawless round, highlighted by a remarkable hole-out eagle from 80 metres on the 2nd hole.

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They were later joined at the top by Paul Franquet, who produced one of the standout moments of the day by recording back-to-back eagles on holes 14 and 15.

The leaderboard remains extremely tight, with Spain’s Gonzalo Leal and Josep Maria Serra Busquet, alongside Italy’s Luca Memeo and Federico Livio, just one shot behind the leaders.

For Round 2, play will begin at 8:00 a.m. 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, who will advance to the final round (including all amateurs within the cut).

Round 1 Player Quotes

Aymeric Laussot : “It’s quite funny because I was hitting the ball really poorly on the range this morning, so I told myself I just had to deal with it. In the end, it worked out well and I got off to a great start. I played well on the tougher holes and the par 3s, even though I didn’t take full advantage of the par 5s.

It’s a long course where positioning is key — if you’re on the wrong side, it’s almost impossible to recover. The fairways are quite wide off the tee, but iron play is very important here.”

Damien Perrier : “I had a really enjoyable day, with a great vibe in the group as the other players were also playing well. That definitely helped — there was a real positive energy between us. Even though I didn’t get much sleep with the time change and didn’t feel at my best physically, I managed to stay fully focused shot by shot, which is crucial on a course like this.

I also had a nice bonus early on with the hole-out, which obviously helps to get your round and your tournament off to a great start.”

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23rd April 2026 | Alps Tour Golf

Alps Tour breaks new ground at The Allegria Golf Club

Egypt, April 23rd, 2026 – The Alps Tour continues its Egyptian swing with the Allegria Open, marking the first visit in the Tour’s 25-year history to The Allegria Golf Club, located northwest of the Pyramids of Giza.

This sixth event of the season will also be the final tournament played outside Europe in 2026.

The tournament offers a prize fund of €42,500 and 45,000 Order of Merit points, with €6,200 and 6,525 points awarded to the winner. The competition will be played over 54 holes of stroke play, with a cut after 36 holes to the top 40 professional players and ties, including all amateurs within the cut. In the event of a tie after 54 holes, a sudden-death playoff will determine the winner.

The Field

Fresh from his victory at the Dreamland Open, France’s Maxime Legros, now fifth in the Order of Merit, will look to carry his momentum into the week. He will be joined by runner-up Pablo Alperi, who has emerged as one of the form players on the Tour with three consecutive top-5 finishes, including two runner-up results.

The entire top 10 in the Order of Merit is present this week, with players facing a new layout that could level the playing field. Weather conditions may also play a role, with calm and sunny conditions expected for the first two rounds, while stronger winds could impact Sunday’s final round.

The field is composed of 94 players, including six Egyptian amateurs all looking to make their mark on home soil.

The Course

The Allegria Golf Club, located in Sheikh Zayed City west of Cairo, is one of Egypt’s most iconic courses. Designed by Greg Norman, it reflects a contemporary approach where landscape and playability are closely intertwined.

The 18-hole, par-72 parkland-style course stretching 7,217 yards is the centerpiece of the venue. Unlike many desert layouts in the region, it features lush fairways, sculpted bunkers, water hazards, and carefully shaped greens that emphasize strategy as much as shot-making, making it both challenging and accessible.

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21st April 2026 | Alps Tour Golf

France’s Maxime Legros claims maiden Alps Tour title at the Dreamland Open

Egypt, April 21st, 2026 – France’s Maxime Legros held his nerve in windy conditions to secure his first Alps Tour victory at the Dreamland Open, leading the tournament from start to finish.

The 24-year-old, representing Dinard Golf Club, closed with a final round of 71 (-1), featuring four birdies and three bogeys, enough to seal a well-deserved win after three days in control. The victory also marks a strong comeback for Legros, who was forced to end his 2025 season early due to a back injury.

Spain’s Pablo Alperi once again finished runner-up, just two shots behind after a final round of 68 (-4). It is his second consecutive second-place finish, confirming his excellent form.

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France’s Alexis Leray, who started the day in second place, carded a 74 (+2) to finish tied for third alongside seven other players, including Order of Merit leader Andrea Romano, who further strengthens his position at the top of the rankings.

With this victory, Legros earns €6,200 and 6,525 Order of Merit points and moves up to fifth place in the standings. Pablo Alperi climbs to third place, behind Andrea Romano (1st) and Robert Moran (2nd).

The players will return to action on Friday, April 24th in Cairo for the Allegria Open.

Round 3 Player Quotes

Maxime Legros : “Honestly, I didn’t feel much stress before the round. I started really well with two birdies on two easier holes, but then my driver let me down and I was missing a lot of fairways to the right. I had to scramble a lot and faced some very long putts, so I did quite well to limit the damage to three bogeys over nine holes. Then I managed to regain control, hit more fairways, and the birdies on the back nine really helped. I’m very happy, especially after last year when I had to undergo back surgery. I went through some tough moments and doubts about whether I would come back at the same level. In a way, going through that makes me less stressed on the course, because I know there are worse things than missing a shot or losing a tournament.”

Pablo Alperi : “I’m very happy with the way we’re working and doing things. We’ve been close to winning two weeks in a row, which shows we’re on the right track. The feelings are good, and we just need to keep working like this and wait for our moment. I’m already looking forward to next week — if we keep doing the right things, something good will come soon.”

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The 2026 Dreamland Open is part of the Egypt Golf Series 2026 and is proudly supported by The Egyptian Golf Federation and the Dreamland Golf Resort as the title sponsor. Additional support is provided by TPC – Touristic Promotion Company.

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20th April 2026 | Alps Tour Golf

France’s Maxime Legros extends his lead ahead of the final round

Egypt, April 20th, 2026 – France’s Maxime Legros continued his strong form at Dreamland Golf Club, extending his lead after the second round of the Dreamland Open. Despite an early bogey on his second hole, the current ninth in the Order of Merit produced another solid performance, carding a 66 (-6) highlighted by seven birdies.

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Chasing his first Alps Tour title, Legros now holds a four-shot advantage over fellow Frenchman Alexis Leray, who posted a 67 (-5) in Round 2.

Another French player, 2024 Order of Merit winner Benjamin Kedochim, sits in a share of third place alongside Spain’s Pablo Alperi, runner-up at the Villa Paradiso Alps Open.

For tomorrow’s final round, play will begin at 8:00 a.m. from both the 1st and 10th tees. At the conclusion of the third round, the winner will receive €6,200 and 6,525 Order of Merit points. In the event of a tie, a playoff will determine the champion.

Round 2 Player Quotes

Maxime Legros : “I felt really good during the warm-up, but I had a tough start with a few poor swings that led to a bogey on a par 5. After that, I stuck to the same game plan as yesterday and managed to execute it well. I drove the ball really well, which makes a big difference on this course. For the final round, I’ll stick to the same strategy and hopefully get the same outcome.”

Alexis Leray : “I’ve made very few mistakes, just two bogeys in two rounds. There’s no particular part of my game making the difference, but I have good speed on the greens, which helps me avoid errors. I’m in position to compete for the win — it’s not the first time this season — and I’ll give it my all. I’ll need to stay focused and sharp all day tomorrow.”

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