23rd May 2026 | Alps Tour Golf
Anthony Grenier turns back the clock with Lacanau Alps Open victory
France, May 23rd, 2026 – With a tightly packed leaderboard and everything still to play for on Saturday at UGOLF Lacanau, experience ultimately made the difference. Starting the day two shots off the lead and nearly 40 minutes ahead of the final group, Anthony Grenier produced the perfect final round to claim the Lacanau Alps Open title.
The 50-year-old Frenchman, who joined the Legends Tour earlier this season, carded a flawless 65 (-7) to secure victory. It marks his second Alps Tour title — remarkably, 18 years after his first win, which came at the 2008 Lyoness Open in Austria.
Fellow Frenchman Nathan Legendre tried to chase him down but eventually finished alone in second place, two shots back. Another French player completed the podium, with Louis Bonté sharing third place alongside Spain’s Jorge Maicas.
The players will return to action on Thursday, May 28th, once again in France for the Open de Roissy PGA France.
Round 3 Player Quotes
Anthony Grenier: “It feels good to beat the young guys — it gives me an idea of where my game stands, and I’m happy about it. I’ve made a few changes with Victor Dubuisson and have been working hard. I felt pretty calm before the final round. I’d been struggling a bit with my putting since the start of the season, so on Friday evening I spent three solid hours working on it. I found a good feeling, and today it worked pretty well.”
Nathan Legendre: “It’s a really good result, especially considering my recent performances. It brings a lot of positives and shows that the work we’ve been doing is heading in the right direction. Anthony played a great round today. Maybe I missed one or two putts, but I can’t blame myself for much — I gave everything, especially at the end.”
Tournament Sponsors
The 2026 Lacanau Alps Open is promoted directly by UGOLF Lacanau and benefits from the support of the following partners: Ville de Lacanau, Communauté de Communes Médoc Atlantique, Office de Tourisme Médoc Atlantique, Région Nouvelle-Aquitaine, UGolf, Duval, Bluegreen, Vital Parc, Unit Groupe – JDG Assurances, Kress – Team Green, Société Bonnefoi, Lacoste, Skechers, Toro, Arrosage System, La Canaulaise, DBF Automobiles, Evian, Le Club Golf, Birdie Club House, La Baignoire, Maui Jim, Axel Ferrière, ASGL, Hubert Privé, Srixon, Delbard, Cédric Deynat, and Franck Collin.
Photo : Raffaele Canepa/Alps Tour
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22nd May 2026 | Alps Tour Golf
Spain’s Pablo Alperi and Argentina’s Gregorio Ferrandez lead the way before final round in Lacanau
France, May 22nd, 2026 – A thrilling final round awaits at UGOLF Lacanau, with around a dozen players separated by just four shots heading into Saturday at the Lacanau Alps Open.
At the top of the leaderboard sit Spain’s Pablo Alperi and Argentina’s Gregorio Ferrandez, after rounds of 68 (-4) and 66 (-6) respectively during the second round.
The leading duo holds only a one-shot advantage over a group of five players featuring Spain’s Jorge Maicas and Victor Garcia Broto, France’s Louis Bonté and Nathan Legendre, and Italy’s Luca Cavalli.
Just two shots back, Italy’s Pietro Boeris and Switzerland’s Maximilien Sturdza remain firmly in contention heading into the final day.
For tomorrow’s final round, play will begin at 10:40 a.m. from both the 1st and 10th tees. At the conclusion of the third round, the winner will receive €7,920 and 6,525 Order of Merit points. In the event of a tie, a playoff will determine the champion.
Round 2 Player Quote
Jorge Maicas: “I played very well today, especially with my iron shots and on the greens. I also had a good day off the tee apart from a couple of holes. Tomorrow, the plan is to stay patient, stick to my strategy, and avoid thinking about the leaderboard. That will be my mindset for the final round.”
Tournament Sponsors
The 2026 Lacanau Alps Open is promoted directly by UGOLF Lacanau and benefits from the support of the following partners: Ville de Lacanau, Communauté de Communes Médoc Atlantique, Office de Tourisme Médoc Atlantique, Région Nouvelle-Aquitaine, UGolf, Duval, Bluegreen, Vital Parc, Unit Groupe – JDG Assurances, Kress – Team Green, Société Bonnefoi, Lacoste, Skechers, Toro, Arrosage System, La Canaulaise, DBF Automobiles, Evian, Le Club Golf, Birdie Club House, La Baignoire, Maui Jim, Axel Ferrière, ASGL, Hubert Privé, Srixon, Delbard, Cédric Deynat, and Franck Collin.
Photo : Raffaele Canepa/Alps Tour
Alps Tour Media Contact- Nathan Cardet : [email protected]
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21st May 2026 | Alps Tour Golf
England’s Mason Essam takes early lead in Lacanau
France, May 21st, 2026 – Playing in sunny morning conditions, Mason Essam delivered a flawless opening round on the Ardilouse course at UGOLF Lacanau to take the early lead at the Lacanau Alps Open.
The Englishman carded eight birdies and no bogeys for an impressive 64 (-8) to open the tournament in style.
Currently 29th in the Order of Merit, Essam holds a two-shot advantage over an Italian trio made up of Luca Cavalli, Mattia Comotti, and current Order of Merit leader Andrea Romano.
For Round 2, play will begin at 7:45 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 Quote
Mason Essam: “It’s always nice to start with a bogey-free round — that’s not something I’m especially known for! Today, I stayed really focused on my process, picking clear targets and staying in the moment. My putter worked really well, especially on the front nine. I also really love this golf course. I had a good result here two years ago, and the greens are in unbelievable condition. Huge credit to the greenkeeping staff — it’s always a pleasure coming back to Lacanau.”
Tournament Sponsors
The 2026 Lacanau Alps Open is promoted directly by UGOLF Lacanau and benefits from the support of the following partners: Ville de Lacanau, Communauté de Communes Médoc Atlantique, Office de Tourisme Médoc Atlantique, Région Nouvelle-Aquitaine, UGolf, Duval, Bluegreen, Vital Parc, Unit Groupe – JDG Assurances, Kress – Team Green, Société Bonnefoi, Lacoste, Skechers, Toro, Arrosage System, La Canaulaise, DBF Automobiles, Evian, Le Club Golf, Birdie Club House, La Baignoire, Maui Jim, Axel Ferrière, ASGL, Hubert Privé, Srixon, Delbard, Cédric Deynat, and Franck Collin.
Photo : Raffaele Canepa/Alps Tour
Alps Tour Media Contact- Nathan Cardet : [email protected]
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19th May 2026 | Alps Tour Golf
Alps Tour heads to France for the 2026 Lacanau Alps Open
France, May 20th, 2026 – For the first time this season, the Alps Tour arrives in France for the third edition of the Lacanau Alps Open. Played around 40 minutes from Bordeaux and close to the Atlantic coastline, the tournament takes place at UGOLF Lacanau, in the seaside town of Lacanau. Players are expected to enjoy sunny and spring-like conditions this week in a lush and scenic setting.
A minimum prize fund of €53,000 will be on offer, along with 45,000 Order of Merit points, including €7,900 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 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
The battle for the top of the Order of Merit continues in southwest France. Back at No. 1, Italy’s Andrea Romano will look to strengthen his position, while home favourite Maxime Legros hopes to reclaim the lead on French soil. Both players could earn immediate promotion to the HotelPlanner Tour with a victory this week.
In strong form after three podium finishes in his last four tournaments, France’s Augustin Holé, now sixth in the standings, will aim to break into the top five at the expense of Ireland’s Robert Moran (3rd) and Spain’s Mario Galiano Aguilar (4th) and Pablo Alperi Lopez (5th).
The field is composed of 144 players, including 18 amateurs, with 75 French players competing this week.
The Course
For the 2026 Lacanau Alps Open, players will compete at the UGOLF Lacanau in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, approximately 55 kilometres west of Bordeaux. Nestled between the lake and the Atlantic Ocean, in the heart of a preserved national forest, the renowned 18-hole Ardilouse course offers a unique combination of tranquillity, strategy, and natural beauty.
Designed by John Harris and opened in 1980, the layout winds through sandy dunes and towering pine trees, featuring a variety of holes that have earned it an international reputation among players of all levels. Its mild coastal climate and pristine surroundings promise excellent playing conditions and a memorable golf experience.
Tournament Sponsors
The 2026 Lacanau Alps Open is promoted directly by UGOLF Lacanau and benefits from the support of the following partners: Ville de Lacanau, Communauté de Communes Médoc Atlantique, Office de Tourisme Médoc Atlantique, Région Nouvelle-Aquitaine, UGolf, Duval, Bluegreen, Vital Parc, Unit Groupe – JDG Assurances, Kress – Team Green, Société Bonnefoi, Lacoste, Skechers, Toro, Arrosage System, La Canaulaise, DBF Automobiles, Evian, Le Club Golf, Birdie Club House, La Baignoire, Maui Jim, Axel Ferrière, ASGL, Hubert Privé, Srixon, Delbard, Cédric Deynat, and Franck Collin.
Photo : Raffaele Canepa/Alps Tour
Alps Tour Media Contact- Nathan Cardet : [email protected]
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