23rd March 2025 | Alps Tour Golf
The 2025 La Cigale Golf Open kicks off in Tabarka
Scheduled from March 25th to 27th at the stunning La Cigale Tabarka Golf Course, this event marks the second leg of the Tunisian Swing, reinforcing Tunisia’s growing prominence as a premier golf destination.
Thanks to a three-year partnership agreement signed in 2024, Tunisia has strengthened its commitment to the Alps Tour by hosting two tournaments in 2025. This expansion is made possible through the continued support of the Tunisian National Tourism Office (ONTT), The Residence Tunis, and La Cigale Tabarka Hôtel-Thalasso-Golf, whose dedication ensures the success of these prestigious events.
The La Cigale Golf Open by Alps Tour returns to the breathtaking La Cigale Tabarka Golf Course, a venue celebrated for its challenging layout and world-class facilities. Having previously hosted the Tunisian Golf Open in 2024, this course now welcomes players for another exciting chapter in the Alps Tour calendar. The event underscores Tunisia’s appeal as a golf tourism hub, blending exceptional courses with top-tier hospitality.
Kicking off the week, the La Cigale Golf Open Pro-Am will take place on Sunday March 23rd at La Cigale Tabarka Golf Course. With a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. The Pro-Am will feature 24 teams, offering amateurs the chance to compete alongside Alps Tour professionals in a festive and competitive atmosphere.
As the Alps Tour moves from Tunis to Tabarka, the 2025 La Cigale Golf Open promises to elevate both the Tour’s reputation and Tunisia’s standing as a leading golf destination on the global stage.
THE FIELD
The 2025 La Cigale Golf Open by Alps Tour features a competitive field of players from the top of the 2025 Alps Tour Order of Merit, showcasing some of the Tour’s most promising new talents. Leading the group is Álvaro Hernández Cabezuela, who has claimed two victories this season, including yesterday’s triumph at the Tunisian Golf Open and his earlier win at the Red Sea Little Venice Open. Currently at the top of the Order of Merit, Cabezuela is close to securing direct promotion to the HotelPlanner Tour.
Other standout players include Quentin Debove, Javier Barcos, victor of the New Giza Open, and Luca Galliano, who triumphed at the Ein Bay Open, alongside all players ranked in the top 20 of the Order of Merit.
French Benjamin Kedochim, the 2024 Order of Merit Winner and one of five players awarded a HotelPlanner Tour card for the season, is also confirmed to compete. Last year, he achieved six podium finishes on the Alps Tour, four second places and two third places, securing the Order of Merit title despite not winning an event.
With 19 nations represented, the tournament underscores the global appeal of the Alps Tour, promising thrilling competition at La Cigale Tabarka Golf.
Nestled along Tunisia’s stunning northwest coast near the historic village of Tabarka, La Cigale Tabarka Golf is an exceptional 18-hole course designed by renowned Californian architect Ronald Fream. Spanning 6,239 meters across 110 hectares of lush eucalyptus, pine, and oak forests, this par-72 layout draws inspiration from the iconic Cypress Point Club in Pebble Beach. Seamlessly integrating diverse landscapes, the course features rolling hills, seaside cliffs, and pristine fairways, offering golfers breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea along with a strategic challenge that rewards thoughtful play. La Cigale Tabarka Golf delivers a world-class experience in a serene and natural setting.
TOURNAMENT PROMOTERS
The La Cigale Golf Open by Alps Tour will be supported by the Tunisian National Tourism Office (ONTT), La Cigale Tabarka, and the Fédération Tunisienne de Golf, along with the following private sponsors: Zitouna Banque, JII Sports, Zitouna Takaful, and Izi.
The event is promoted by Esports Concept.
FORMAT
120 player field including 19 amateurs.
54-hole Individual stroke play, with a cut to the top 40 professionals and ties after 36 holes.
PRIZE FUND/1st
€47,500 / €6,900
ODM POINTS/1st
45.000,00 / 6.525,00
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17th March 2025 | Alps Tour Golf
The Tunisian Swing kicks off with 2025 Tunisian Golf Open at The Residence
Following a three-year partnership agreement signed in 2024, Tunisia has in fact doubled its commitment with the Alps Tour by adding a second tournament to the 2025 schedule, thanks to the involvement of the Tunisian National Tourism Office (ONTT), The Residence Tunis, and La Cigale Tabarka Hôtel-Thalasso-Golf.
The first of the two events, the Tunisian Golf Open, was previously held at El Kantaoui in 2015 and 2016, while in 2024, it took place at La Cigale Tabarka Golf.
This year marks the debut of The Residence Golf Course on the tour’s calendar, aiming to increase recognition and visibility for Tunisia as a premier golf destination.
Tunisia’s world-class golf destinations, like The Residence Golf Course and La Cigale Tabarka Golf, are crucial for the Alps Tour. Their prestigious courses and top accommodations make Tunisia an ideal golf tourism hub. Adding these venues to the Alps Tour schedule elevates both the Tour’s reputation and Tunisia’s status as a leading golf destination on the world stage.
Two Pro-Ams will take place before each of the two tournaments. The Tunisian Golf Open Pro-Am will be hosted on March 19th, at The Residence GC Tunis, with a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. and the participation of 24 teams.
THE FIELD
The Tunisian Golf Open features a strong field of players from the top of the 2025 Alps Tour Order of Merit, showcasing some of the best new talents on the Tour. Among them are Quentin Debove (France), who leads the Order of Merit with 9,661.50 points, Javier Barcos (Spain), winner of the New Giza Open, with 9,313.00 points, Alvaro Hernandez Cabezuela (Spain), who claimed the Red Sea Little Venice Open, with 8,922.38 points, and Luca Galliano (Switzerland), who secured victory at the Ein Bay Open (7,042.50 pts).
The defending champion, Gianmaria Rean Trinchero of Italy, is confirmed to participate. After securing victory in the 2024 edition at La Cigale Tabarka, Trinchero returns to defend his title, which marked an important milestone in his career.
French golfer Benjamin Kedochim, winner of last season’s Order of Merit and holder of one of the five HotelPlanner Tour cards for the season, has been confirmed to participate as well. In 2024, he had six podium finishes on the Alps Tour (four second places and two third places), securing the Order of Merit title despite not claiming a victory.
With 20 nations represented, the tournament highlights the global reach of the Alps Tour, setting the stage for some exciting battles both at The Residence Course and the following week, at La Cigale Tabarka Golf.
Founded in 2001, the Alps Tour is more than just a competition; it serves as a true training ground for young talents aspiring to reach the top levels of professional golf. Its main goal is to provide emerging players with a competitive and developmental environment that prepares them for the challenges of higher-tier circuits. A key opportunity for these players comes through the agreement with the HotelPlanner Tour, which awards five cards to the top performers at the end of the season, granting them access to the next level of competition.
Nestled in the picturesque coastal region of Gammarth, just a short drive from the vibrant city of Tunis, The Residence Golf Course stands as a premier golf destination in Tunisia. This 18-hole championship course, designed by Robert Trent Jones II, seamlessly blends natural beauty with challenging play, offering an unforgettable experience for players of all skill levels.
Spanning over 6,870 yards, the par-72 course is set against a stunning backdrop of the Mediterranean Sea, strategically placed bunkers, and meticulously maintained greens. The layout takes full advantage of the local terrain, incorporating undulating hills, olive groves, and breathtaking sea views that enhance the aesthetic appeal while testing a golfer’s precision and strategy. The coastal breezes add an extra layer of complexity, making every round a dynamic encounter with nature.
The Residence Golf Course is part of the luxurious The Résidence Tunis hotel, a five-star retreat known for its elegance and top-tier amenities. Golfers can enjoy a seamless experience, with a well-equipped clubhouse, pro shop, and practice facilities, including a driving range and putting greens. The course is celebrated not only for its design but also for its commitment to sustainability, with efforts to preserve the local ecosystem and minimize environmental impact.
TUNISIAN SWING PROMOTERS
The 2025 Tunisian Golf Open is grateful for the support of its institutional sponsors: the Tunisian National Tourism Office (ONTT), The Residence Tunis, and the Fédération Tunisienne de Golf, as well as its private sponsors: KIA Motors, JII Sports, and the airline Nouvelair.
The La Cigale Golf Open by Alps Tour will be supported by the Tunisian National Tourism Office (ONTT), La Cigale Tabarka, and the Fédération Tunisienne de Golf, along with the following private sponsors: Zitouna Banque, JII Sports, Zitouna Takaful, and Izi.
Both events are promoted by Esports Concept.
FORMAT
120 player field including 9 National Field players and 14 amateurs.
54-hole Individual stroke play, with a cut to the top 40 professionals and ties after 36 holes.
PRIZE FUND/1st
€47,500 / €6,900
ODM POINTS/1st
45.000,00 / 6.525,00
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5th February 2025 | Alps Tour Golf
Tunisia Strengthens Its Commitments with the Alps Tour
In March 2025, therefore, Tunisia is scheduled to host two prestigious Alps Tour events. The first, the Tunisian Golf Open, will take place from March 20-22 and will be a 54-hole stroke-play tournament. The second event, La Cigale Golf Open, following the same format, will occur from March 25-27.
This upgrading is part of the three-year partnership agreement signed in 2024 by the Alps Tour Chief Executive and Operations Director, Ms. Estelle Richard, with Mr. Hassine Helmi, General Director of the Tunisian National Tourism Office (ONTT).
The “Tunisian Swing” was officially announced yesterday during a press conference in Tunis. The event featured Mr. Helmi, Director of ONTT, Mr. Mohamed Aziz Fetni, Vice President of the Tunisian Golf Federation, Mr. Mehdi Belkhodja, General Manager of The Residence Tunis, Mr. Rafik Garrach, Commercial Director of La Cigale Tabarka, and Ms. Estelle Richard, Alps Tour Chief Executive & Operations Director.
The Tunisian Swing was officially announced yesterday during a press conference held in Tunis. From left, Mehdi Belkhodja, General Manager The Residence Tunis; Mohamed Aziz Fetni, Vice president Tunisian Golf Federation; Hassine Helmi, Director ONTT; Estelle Richard, Alps Tour.
The ONTT aims to promote all Tunisian golf courses and introduce them to golfers of various nationalities. This year, the Tunisian Golf Open will be held at The Residence Golf Course in Tunis.
In 2024, the event was played in April at La Cigale Tabarka Golf in Tabarka, with a field of 122 players coming from 18 different countries, and was won by Italian Gianmaria Rean Trinchero with a total of 10-under par.
This year, the spotlight will be on the magnificent The Residence Tunis, a 5-star resort situated in Gammarth overlooking the Gulf of Tunis, 15 km from Tunis-Carthage International Airport and 5 km from both Carthage and Sidi Bou Said.
Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr, the 18-hole Residence Golf Course is a veritable jewel set between the sea and a salt lake, at the heart of a nature reserve where migrating birds and wildlife abound. Particular attention has been paid to the layout of the course in order to respect the natural landscape, creating not only one of the most beautiful golf courses in the Mediterranean, but also one of the most environmentally friendly.
The second tournament of this “Tunisian Swing”, La Cigale Golf Open, will be hosted by La Cigale Tabarka, venue of the 2024 Tunisian Open.
The Tunisian Swing will see 120 players competing over 54 holes for each tournament. The stakes are high, with a cut after 36 holes and a sudden-death playoff in case of a tie after 54 holes. The Rising Stars of the Alps Tour will battle for a prize fund of €45,000 and 45,000 Order of Merit points for each tournament, with each winner walking away with €6,525.00 and 6,525 Order of Merit points.
M.me Estelle Richard, Alps Tour Chief Executive & Operations Director, commented:
We’re delighted to continue our cooperation with the ONTT and the venues involved, to help promote Tunisia’s tourism, sporting, and cultural attractions. This allows the Alps Tour to keep growing, giving more opportunities to our young, talented golfers worldwide to compete and try to reach the next level of professional golf.” Since 2001, the tour has expanded, visiting more countries also across the Mediterranean Sea, allowing more players the opportunity to compete. Mme Richard added: “We’ll also have the pleasure to welcome again Tunisian and Arab players and offer them an opportunity to play with professionals and get more experience.
Tunisia offers a captivating blend of quality golf destinations, history, luxury, and unrivaled experiences. The town of Tabarka is a coastal town in the Northwest of Tunisia, close to the border of Algeria. It is set between the sea and the mountains and is dominated by an offshore rock where the remains of a castle are found. Tabarka is known for its coral fishing, a world-renowned golf course, La Cigale Tabarka Golf, and an underwater photography festival.
The “Tunisian Swing” will be supported by the following institutional sponsors: the Tunisian National Tourism Office (ONTT), The Residence Tunis, La Cigale Tabarka Hôtel-Thalasso-Golf.
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27th April 2024 | Alps Tour Golf
Gianmaria Rean Trinchero wins his 2nd Alps Tour title at the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open!
Tabarka, April 27th, 2024—Italy’s Gianmaria Rean Trinchero wins the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open with a total score of 10 under par. Ireland’s Alex Maguire finishes in second place, only 1 stroke back. In third place is France’s Benjamin Kedochim, with a three-day score of 8 under par. An Alps Tour winner during the 2022 season, England’s Ben Schmidtfinishes the tournament with a total score of 7 under par.
The final round of the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open, played at the breathtaking La Cigale Tabarka Golf in Tabarka began this morning from the 1st hole at 7:50 am local time and the leaders teed off at 11:00 am local time. The final day was disputed under sunny skies, a warm temperature, and windy conditions.
Final Round Player Quotes Italy’s Gianmaria Rean Trinchero, 28, wins his second Alps Tour title at the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open. He was tied for 5th place after yesterday’s round 2, and today, he shot a 3 under-par 69 to conclude the tournament with a three-day total of 10 under-par. During yesterday’s round 2, Rean Trinchero shot a 9 under-par, 63 and now holds the new course record of La Cigale Tabarka Golf which was previously held by Jon Robson during the 1995 Challenge Tour event with a score of 7 under-par. In today’s final round, he made 2 birdies on the opening front nine holes and then 2 more birdies on the back nine before ending his round with a bogey on the 18th hole. He has been playing professional golf since 2020 and earned his 1st Alps Tour title at the 2023 Fred Olsen Alps de La Gomera. After his win, Rean Trinchero’s first reaction were, “I’m very happy about this victory. Today was tough out there, the wind was blowing strong from the 1st hole, the conditions were way tougher than yesterday which I played in the morning with no wind. I’m very happy about the entire week, my game was in great conditions. I hit my shots all very well, I found the fairways, found the greens, and hit my putts super well. I want to thank the Alps Tour, the hotel La Cigale, and especially my team and sponsors. I want to thank Camilla, my fiancée and putting coach. Giovanni and Leonardo who are also part of my team and Silvia, my main sponsor, without you this would be impossible so thank you very much. I also want to thank the Tunisian Federation for hosting us.”
Ireland’s Alex Maguire, 23, who is competing in his 1st season as a professional player as he turned pro at the beginning of 2024, shot a final round of 4 under-par, 68 to conclude the tournament in 2nd place at 9 under-par. He made 3 birdies on his opening front nine and then a bogey on the 10th and 11th hole before making 4 birdies in a row from hole 12 to hole 15 and closing his round with a bogey on the par 3, 17th hole.
Benjamin Kedochim, 29, from France, concluded the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open in 3rd place with a total score of 8 under-par. He made 4 birdies and 1 bogey for a 3 under-par, 69 in his final round. Kedochim has earned several top 5 finishes in his career but is looking to capture his 1st title on the Alps Tour. He has been playing well since the beginning of the 2024 season and wants to continue to work hard to hopefully earn a trophy in the upcoming events.
After the first four events of the season, the Alps Tour Order of Merit rank has Edoardo R Lipparelli in the lead with 13,005 points. Aymeric Laussot in 2nd place with 11,441.25 points and Gianmaria Rean Trinchero and Jose Antonio Sintes Navarro (am) tied for 3rd place with 6,912 points.
Final Round
Gianmaria Rean Trinchero winner of the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open, earned the winner’s check of €6,525.00 and 6,525 Order of Merit points.
The next event on the schedule is set for May 8th-10th in Italy. Players will compete for the 2024 Memorial Giorgio Bordoni presented by AON title at Golf Club La Pinetina near Como.
Tournament Promoter
The 2024 Tunisian Golf Open is grateful for the support of the following sponsors and institutional sponsors: Inspiring Tunisia, Tunisian National Tourism Office (ONTT), La Cigale Tabarka Hôtel-Thalasso-Golf, Voyages 2000, Banque Zitouna, Zitouna Payment, Zitouna Takaful Assurances, Fédération Tunisienne de Golf as well as the national airline Tunisair.
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26th April 2024 | Alps Tour Golf
Manfredi Manica maintains his lead at the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open.
Tabarka, April 26th, 2024—Italy’s Manfredi Manica remains in the lead after Round 2 of the 2024 Tunisian Golf Openwith a two-day score of 10 under par. Only one shot back is Luca Galliano from Switzerland. There is a two-way tie for third place at 8 under par that includes Italy’s Adalberto Montini and Spain’s Alvaro Hernandez Cabezuela.
The highlight of the day belongs to Italy’s Gianmaria Rean Trinchero, who shot a 9-under-par 63 and now holds the new course record at La Cigale Tabarka Golf.
The second round of the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open, played at the beautiful La Cigale Tabarka Golf in Tabarka, Tunisia, began this morning from the 1st and 10th hole at 7:00 am local time. Unlike yesterday, round 2 began as an overcast day with slightly chillier temperatures. However, as the day went on, the sun came out and the temperatures warmed up.The 2024 Tunisian Golf Open marks the first time that La Cigale Tabarka Golf is hosting an Alps Tour tournament, and this is the first time since 2016, that the Tunisian Golf Open is being disputed.Round 2 Player Quotes
Italy’s Manfredi Manica, 28, maintains his lead after round 2 of the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open. He shot a second round of 3 under-par, 69 with 2 birdies and 1 bogey on the front nine and 2 more birdies on the back nine for a two-day total of 10 under-par. Manica won the 2023 Aravell Golf Open by Creand and is looking to capture his 2nd win on the Alps Tour as he has been playing consistently well since the beginning of the season. After his round, he commented on how: “today I played very well again, especially my iron shots into the greens. I struggled a bit more with my putting today, the short-range putts but overall, I’m pretty happy as I’m 10 under-par after two rounds which is good. We will see what happens tomorrow.” He added that, “it would be great to grab a win in the early stages of the season that’s for sure, but we will see what happens tomorrow.” Manica also explained how, “today I found the conditions to be slightly easier as there was less wind compared to yesterday.”
Luca Galliano,38, from Switzerland, followed his 4 under-par, 68 opening round with a 5 under-par, 67 today for a two-day total of 9 under-par and finds himself in 2nd place ahead of tomorrow’s final round. He made 8 birdies, 1 bogey, and 1 double bogey during today’s round. Galliano has been performing well since the beginning of the season and is looking to capture the trophy tomorrow. After his disappointing finish with a double bogey on the 18th hole, he commented: “I saw the scores this morning and saw they were low, so I knew I had to come out and play well. I’m pleased that I was able to do that as I made a lot of birdies today. I was playing smart golf today as I made the birdies where I knew I had to make birdies, and the rest, I tried to be patient and smart. I was a bit unlucky on the 10th hole, where I was unable to reach the green with my 2nd shot, and then I had a good comeback on the next hole with a birdie. I had a strong finish with a birdie on 16 and 17 and knew I was in the lead at that point, and I felt it. On the 18th hole I missed my tee shot and was lucky to find my ball, however I made some mistake but pleased that I made a good putt to save the double bogey. I’m in contention and very happy about so we will see what happens tomorrow.”
Adalberto Montini, 24, from Italy, who was tied for 3rd place after yesterday’s 1st round, remains tied for 3rd place with a two-day total of 8 under-par. He shot a 3 under-par, 69 in today’s round where he made 3 birdies on his front nine holes and 2 birdies and 2 bogeys on the back nine. Montini is looking to capture his 1st Alps Tour title this weekend and after his round, he mentioned: “I played well from tee to green today, the course was in fantastic shape, it was a bit windy on the front nine especially the holes next to the coast. I’m very pleased even though I three-putted the last hole, so I’m slightly annoyed with that, but overall, I’m looking forward to tomorrow, and hopefully, I can get a good round together.”
Spain’s Alvaro Hernandez Cabezuela, 27, is the 2nd player in the 2-way tie for 3rd place with a two-day total of 8 under-par. He made 5 birdies and 2 bogeys on the day. Hernandez Cabezuela has earned various good finishes over the years but is looking to break through and earn his 1st win on the Alps Tour.
The winner of the 2023 Fred Olsen Alps de La Gomera, Gianmaria Rean Trinchero, 28, fromItaly, moves into a 3-way tie for 5th place after the 2nd round of the 2024 Tunisian Alps Open due to a fantastic second-round score. He was tied for 49th place at 2 over-par after the 1st round of the tournament but thanks to a fantastic 9 under-par, 63 in round 2 has moved close to the top of the leaderboard with a two-day total of 7 under-par. He made 4 birdies on the front nine holes and 6 on the back nine, 4 of which were in a row, before ending his round with a bogey on the 18th hole. With today’s incredible round, Rean Trinchero now holds the new course record of La Cigale Tabarka Golf which was previously held by Jon Robson during the 1995 Challenge Tour event with a score of 7 under-par. After his round, ReanTrinchero was very pleased with his game: “today’s round was really good, my tee shots were really good, my irons were dialed in, and my putting was excellent. I only missed one on the 17th hole, but the rest were perfect. The main difference in my game between yesterday and today was that yesterday, with 2 of my tee shots, I lost a ball and made a 6 on the 8th hole and an 8 on the 18th hole. Today, I just missed one, and that’s the only bogey I made.” He added that he’s super happy with the position he’s in but knows that: “Tomorrow will be tough. Manfredi Manica is a good player, and I know I need to hit fairways, hit greens, and make the putts.”
Estonia’s Sander Aadusaar and France’s Sebastien Gandon are in a three-way tie for fifth place alongside Rean Trinchero, with a two-day total of 7 under par.
Final Round
The final round of the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open will begin at 7:50 am local time from the 1st hole. The leaders will tee off at 11:00 am local time from the 1st hole.
A total of 42 players made the cut which was set at 146 (+2).
The 2024 Tunisian Golf Open winner will walk away with €6,525.00 and 6,525 Order of Merit points.
Tournament Promoter
The 2024 Tunisian Golf Open is grateful for the support of the following sponsors and institutional sponsors: Inspiring Tunisia, Tunisian National Tourism Office (ONTT), La Cigale Tabarka Hôtel-Thalasso-Golf, Voyages 2000, Banque Zitouna, Zitouna Payment, Zitouna Takaful Assurances, Fédération Tunisienne de Golf as well as the national airline Tunisair.
For more information on the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open, visit the official Alps Tour website www.alpstourgolf.com, and follow the official Alps Tour social media handles on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
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25th April 2024 | Alps Tour Golf
Manfredi Manica leads by 1 after Round 1 at the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open.
The first round of the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open, played at the beautiful La Cigale Tabarka Golf in Tabarka, Tunisia, began this morning from holes 1 and 10. The round 1 tee times were scheduled to start at 7:00 am local time. However, they had a 30-minute delay due to course maintenance. Therefore, the 1st round of the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open officially began at 7:30 am local time from the 1st and 10th hole. Players had to face some heavy rain during yesterday’s pro-am. However, today, they were able to begin the 1st round of the tournament with some pleasant weather conditions, allowing them to take advantage of good scoring opportunities.This event marks the first time that La Cigale Tabarka Golf is hosting an Alps Tour tournament, and this is the first time since 2016, that the Tunisian Golf Open is being disputed.
Round 1 Player Quotes
Manfredi Manica, 28, from Italy, winner of the 2023 Aravell Golf Open by Creand, has a one-shot lead after the 1st round of the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open with a round of 7 under-par, 65. He made 2 eagles, 4 birdies, and 1 bogey during his opening round. The 2 eagles he made were in his last 4 holes of the day, where one was a hole out from the fairway on the 8th hole. Manica has been playing very solid since the beginning of the season and is looking to capture his 2ndwin on the Alps Tour. At the conclusion of his opening round, he explained on how, “Today was a nice day, especially towards the end of the round where I made 2 eagles in the last few holes, it was a good start to the tournament. I’m continuing my good stretch of golf because also, in the tournaments in Egypt, I began the season playing well and giving myself chances.” Looking ahead to the rest of the week, Manica plans on: “keep doing the same things as I’m doing, maybe even a bit better. It would be great to get a win early in the season, but we will see.” He was also very impressed by the host venue this week, “La Cigale Golf is a great course, it’s my first time but I’m surprised. The three holes by the coast are fantastic.”
France’s Benjamin Kedochim, 29, is in 2nd place after the first round of the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open with a 6 under-par, 66. He made 7 birdies and 1 single bogey throughout his day. Kedochim has earned several top 5 finishes in his career but is looking to capture his 1st title on the Alps Tour. He has been playing well since the beginning of the 2024 season, and after his round, he explained: “We are in a beautiful place, and I love being here in Tabarka. We are in an amazing spot, I like to surf too so today every time I wasn’t playing golf, I was looking at the sea and the waves and it kept my head off the golf course and that helped me to play well today. I hit almost every fairway and green. I only missed 2 greens today and the remaining holes I gave myself tons of opportunities.”
Daniel Hebenstreit, 26, from Austria, is in a 4-way way tie for 3rd place at the conclusion of the 1st round of the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open alongside Italy’s Adalberto Montini, Spain’s Alvaro Hernandez Cabezuela and Ireland’s Robert Moran. He shot a 5 under-par, 67 round today, making 1 eagle, 4 birdies, and 1 bogey. After his round, Hebenstreitcommented on how he found: “It’s a beautiful course, La Cigale Tabarka Golf, it’s down by the sea. I was fortunate enough to play in the morning, which made it a bit easier as there was hardly any wind.” He went on to add on how he plans to: “keep it low off the tee the next two days and make sure I keep it in play but most importantly get the putter hot.”
Italy’s Adalberto Montini, 24, is the second player in the 4-way tie for 3rd place after round 1 of the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open with a total score of 5 under-par, 67. During today’s round, he made 6 birdies and 1 single bogey. After he signed for his 67, Montini pointed out how: “It’s my first time in Tunisia, and this golf course is fantastic. It’s a really technical course, and today I’m very happy with my game as you need to hit your ball well from the tee, and I was able to do that with my 2-iron. I also putted really well today, so I think my key for the next few days will be to keep my ball in play off the tees by placing it in the right spots.” Montini also commented on how “the last few weeks I really prepared myself, I changed my coach, so I made a lot of technical changes, but I’m very pleased with what I’ve seen so far and I’m looking forward to competing again tomorrow.”
Alvaro Hernandez Cabezuela, 27, from Spain, is the 3rd player in the 4-way tie for 3rd place at 5 under-par, 67 after the 1st round of the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open. In today’s opening round, he began with a bogey on the 1st hole and then went on to make 8 birdies and 2 more bogeys to conclude the day. Hernandez Cabezuela has earned various good finishes over the years but is looking to break through and earn his 1st win on the Alps Tour. He explained how today: “I had a slow start making a bogey on the 1st, but I’ve been playing well recently, so I knew the birdies opportunities were close, so I just stayed patient. I was very solid off the tee, and with my putting, I must say. My irons haven’t been that great, unfortunately, and I made a few bogeys with my wedges from the fairway today, which I must say is a bit annoying, but overall, I’m very happy.” Hernandez Cabezuela added that today: “the wind picked up slightly during my round, and it’s making it a bit more interesting now. Hopefully I have more birdies to come over the next few days and remain on the top of the leaderboard.”
Alongside Hebenstreit, Montini, and Hernandez Cabezuela, with a first-round score of 5 under par, 67, is Ireland’s Robert Moran, 24. During his opening round, he made 1 eagle, 6 birdies, and 3 bogeys.
The highlight of the day belongs to Italy’s Riccardo Bregoli, who made an incredible Hole-In-One on the 130-meter, par-3 17th hole with his 46° wedge.
The competitors in this week’s event are battling it out for an overall prize fund of €45.000 and 45,000 Order of Merit points. The 2024 Tunisian Golf Open winner will walk away with €6,525.00 and 6,525 Order of Merit points.
Round 2
The second round of the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open will begin again at 7:00 am local time from the 1st and 10th hole. Once Round 2 is completed, a cut will be made to the top 40 players and ties.
Tournament Promoter
The 2024 Tunisian Golf Open is grateful for the support of the following sponsors and institutional sponsors: Inspiring Tunisia, Tunisian National Tourism Office (ONTT), La Cigale Tabarka Hôtel-Thalasso-Golf, Voyages 2000, Banque Zitouna, Zitouna Payment, Zitouna Takaful Assurances, Fédération Tunisienne de Golf as well as the national airline Tunisair.
For more information on the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open, visit the official Alps Tour website www.alpstourgolf.com, and follow the official Alps Tour social media handles on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
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22nd April 2024 | Alps Tour Golf
The Alps Tour returns to action this week in Tunisia.
On April 24th, with a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. local time, the traditional Alps Tour tour scramble pro-am, will take place.
This event will mark the first time that La Cigale Tabarka Golf will host an Alps Tour tournament and the first time since 2016, that the Tunisian Golf Open will be disputed.
The Tunisian Golf Open will be played for the next 3 years as our Chief Executive & Operations Director, Ms. Estelle Richard, signed a partnership agreement with Mr. Hassine Helmi, General Director of the Tunisian National Tourism Office (ONTT).
The Field
Two of this season’s three winners will be present among the players competing this week for the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open title: France’s Aymeric Laussot, winner of the 2024 Ein Bay Open, and Italy’s Edoardo R Lipparelli, winner of the 2024 New Giza Open.
The majority of the players who are currently in the top 10 of the Alps Tour Order of Merit rank will be in the field this week, with the exception of number 3, Spain’s Jose Antonio Sintes Navarro (am), number 4, England’s Harry Goddard, and number 10, England’s Arron Edwards-Hill.
Alongside this season’s previous winners and the top-ranked players in the Order of Merit, there will be France’s Augustin Holé, Italy’s Luca Cianchetti, Gianmaria Rean Trinchero, Manfredi Manica, and Spain’s Jose Manuel Pardo Benitez who are all winners on the Alps Tour during the 2023 season. Among the players scheduled to compete, you can also find Jacopo Vecchi Fossa, who captured multiple wins on the Alps Tour over the years, as well as earning the 2021 Alps Tour Order of Merit title, which allowed him to gain status on the Challenge Tour.
In the approximate 125-player field this week, there are 19 worldwide countries represented, among which: Andorra, Austria, Cameroun, Czech Republic, England, Spain, Estonia, Finland, France, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Scotland, Switzerland, Tunisia, United States of America, and Venezuela. The host country, Tunisia, will be well represented during this week’s tournament, with 11 players competing for the title.
The players will compete for an overall prize fund of €45,000 and 45,000 Order of Merit points. The 2024 Tunisian Golf Open winner will walk away with €6,525.00 and 6,525 Order of Merit points.
The 2024 Tunisian Golf Open will be a 54-hole stroke-play event where a cut will be made after 36 holes. In case of a tie after 54 holes, a sudden-death play-off will determine the winner.
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The Course
The 2024 Tunisian Golf Open, will be hosted at the beautiful La Cigale Tabarka Golf, a masterpiece by Californian architect Ronald Fream located in Tabarka, Tunisia.
Inspired by the famous Cypress Point Club course at Pebble Beach, Fream has perfectly integrated the course into the rich and varied landscape. The course, with its pine forests, cork oaks, beaches, cliffs, and the sea, offers a unique and challenging experience that players will remember for a lifetime. Following in the footsteps of the Challenge Tour players in 1995, our rising stars will have to display all their talent if they want to put in a good performance on this challenging course.
Tunisia offers a captivating blend of quality golf destinations, history, luxury, and unrivaled experiences. The town of Tabarka is a coastal town in the Northwest of Tunisia, about 18 km from the Algerian border. It is set between the sea and the mountains and is dominated by an offshore rock where the remains of a castle are found. Tabarka is known for its coral fishing, a world-renowned golf course, La Cigale Tabarka Golf, and an underwater photography festival.
The players competing this week will play the course set up as a 6239 meters, Par 72.
Tournament Promoter
The 2024 Tunisian Golf Open is grateful for the support of the following sponsors and institutional sponsors: Inspiring Tunisia, Tunisian National Tourism Office (ONTT), La Cigale Tabarka Hôtel-Thalasso-Golf, Voyages 2000, Banque Zitouna, Zitouna Payment, Zitouna Takaful Assurances, Fédération Tunisienne de Golf as well as the national airline Tunisair.
For more information on the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open, visit the official Alps Tour website www.alpstourgolf.com, and follow the official Alps Tour social media handles on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
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22nd March 2024 | Alps Tour Golf
The Alps Tour returns to Tunisia.
After signing the agreement, our Chief Executive & Operations Director, commented: “We’re delighted to be back in Tunisia to continue our cooperation with the ONTT, Tunisair and La Cigale Tabarka to help promote Tunisia’s tourism, sporting, and cultural attractions. This allows the Alps Tour to keep growing, giving more opportunities to our young, talented golfers worldwide to compete and try to reach the next level of professional golf.” Since 2001, the tour has expanded, visiting more countries also across the Mediterranean Sea, allowing more players the opportunity to compete. Ms. Richard added: “We’ll also have the pleasure to welcome Tunisian and Arab players and offer them an opportunity to play with professionals and get more experience.”
The 2024 Tunisian Golf Open, a prestigious event, will see 132 players competing over 54 holes. The stakes are high, with a cut after 36 holes and a sudden-death playoff in case of a tie after 54 holes. They will battle for a prize fund of €45,000 and 45,000 Order of Merit points. The 2024 Tunisian Golf Open Winner will walk away with €6,525.00 and 6,525 Order of Merit points.
La Cigale Tabarka Golf, a masterpiece by Californian architect Ronald Fream, is a testament to his genius. Inspired by the famous Cypress Point Club course at Pebble Beach, Fream has perfectly integrated the course into the rich and varied landscape. The course, with its pine forests, cork oaks, beaches, cliffs, and the sea, offers a unique and challenging experience that players will remember for a lifetime. Following in the footsteps of the Challenge Tour players in 1995, our rising stars will have to display all their talent if they want to put in a good performance on this challenging course.
Tunisia offers a captivating blend of quality golf destinations, history, luxury, and unrivaled experiences. The town of Tabarka is a coastal town in the Northwest of Tunisia, close to the border of Algeria. It is set between the sea and the mountains and is dominated by an offshore rock where the remains of a castle are found. Tabarka is known for its coral fishing, a world-renowned golf course, La Cigale Tabarka Golf, and an underwater photography festival.
The 2024 Tunisian Golf Open is grateful for the support of the following institutional sponsors: Tunisian National Tourism Office (ONTT), La Cigale Tabarka Hôtel-Thalasso-Golf, and the national airline Tunisair.
For more information on the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open, visit the official Alps Tour website www.alpstourgolf.com, and follow the official Alps Tour social media handles on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
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