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5th September 2025 | Alps Tour Golf

Javier Barcos moves into the lead after Day 2 at the 2025 Longwy Alps Open.

Longwy, September 5^th, 2025 – After two rounds of the 2025 Longwy Alps Open, the competition remains wide open, with a tightly packed leaderboard setting the stage for an exciting final day. Spain’s Javier Barcos holds the outright lead at 11 under-par, closely followed by compatriot Manuel Morugan, just one shot back at 10 under-par. Italy’s Ludovico Addabbo sits in solo third at 9 under-par, while a three-way tie for 4^th place at 7-under-par includes Ireland’s Ronan Mullarney, Spain’s Borja Martin, and Italy’s Mattia Comotti all well within striking distance as the tournament heads into its decisive final round.

With the 2025 Alps Tour season rapidly approaching its conclusion, this week’s tournament is proving to be more than just another stop on the schedule; it’s a defining moment in the race for Order of Merit points. As players battle for position in the season standings, each round takes on heightened significance, especially with just a handful of events remaining before the all-important Alps Tour Grand Final.

The fight for a top-five finish in the Order of Merit at the end of the season and promotion to the 2026 HotelPlanner Tour is reaching a crucial point. For some, this week is about maintaining momentum and tightening their grip on a coveted spot; for others, it’s a critical opportunity to surge up the rankings and keep their season dreams alive. Every swing carries weight, and the pressure is unmistakably high.

The 2025 Longwy Alps Open is in its second year on the Alps Tour calendar. The tournament returned this year following a strong debut last season, when France’s Damien Perrier emerged victorious.

Round 2 Player Quotes

Spain’s Javier Barcos, 23, made a significant move up the leaderboard on Friday at the 2025 Longwy Alps Open. After opening the tournament with a solid 3 under-par, 69 that had him tied for 15^th place, Barcos delivered a brilliant second-round 8 under-par, 64 to take the outright lead with a two-day total of 11-under-par. Barcos, the winner of the 2025 New Giza Open and current Alps Tour Order of Merit leader, continued to show the consistent, high-level play that has defined his season. His second round featured five birdies and one bogey on the front nine, followed by an eagle, three additional birdies, and another bogey on the back nine, an impressive display of control and scoring under pressure. Reflecting on his round, Barcos shared: “It was one of those rounds that pretty much everything went well. I hit it good, and I made a couple of great putts that got my round going.” Unlike some players who had to return early Friday to complete their first round due to Thursday’s weather delay, he noted, “I was lucky enough to finish yesterday, so I was able to do my normal routine this morning, which was nice.” Despite the lingering effects of the rain, he felt the course conditions held up well: “It was cold the first few holes, and the ball traveled a little less, which you had to account for. Then the course actually drained really well for how much it rained yesterday, so it was nice to see.” With his position at the top of the Order of Merit and just a few events left in the season, Barcos admitted it’s difficult to block out the bigger picture: “I mean, it’s hard to not think about it, especially before each tournament. But once it’s time to play, I just try to focus on what is going on in the present and play from there.” Looking ahead to the final round, Barcos remains focused on consistency: “I think about doing the same things I have been doing these past two days, keep focused and just think on what is in front of me, and trust I can hit good shots.” He also spoke about managing the mental side of the game between rounds: “I tried to just be with my friends in between rounds to disconnect from golf. After that, just think of what is in front of you every time, which is easy to say but not that easy to do. Still, you just have to realize when your mind starts wandering somewhere else and bring it back to the present.”

In solo second place with a two-day total of 10 under-par is Spain’s Manuel Morugan, 34, winner of the 2022 Abruzzo Alps Open, who fired a bogey-free 7 under-par, 65 in today’s second round. His scorecard included birdies on holes 2, 6, 7, 8, 11, 13, and 16. Speaking after his round, Morugan shared: “I obviously played well, but I was very calm all day today. This is probably my last Alps Tour event, so I came here with the mindset to enjoy it as much as I can. I didn’t have a specific goal in mind—I just wanted to have fun and enjoy every moment.” Looking ahead, he added: “If I end up winning tomorrow, we will see what happens—I’ll think about it then. I’m not entirely sure what I will do. For now, I’ll focus on tomorrow and do the same thing as I did today. I’ll enjoy it either way it goes. Hopefully I’ll have a positive outcome, but no matter what, that’s the only target I’ll have tomorrow.”

Ludovico Addabbo, 26, from Italy, followed up his opening round of 1 under-par, 71 with an impressive 7 under-par, 65 in today’s second round to move into contention at 8 under-par. He began his day with 3 birdies and 1 bogey on the front-nine, but truly found his rhythm on the back nine, going on a birdie run with on holes 11, 12, 14, 16, and 18 to close out a strong round and position himself firmly in the hunt heading into the final day. Reflecting on his round, Addabbo said: “I played great golf from tee to green, I hit all 18 greens in regulation. The only regret is missing four putts inside two meters, but overall, it was a really solid round.” He also commented on the quick turnaround after completing his first round earlier in the morning due to Thursday’s weather delay: “Staying focused during the break wasn’t too difficult. We restarted at eight and my second-round tee time was at nine, so there wasn’t much downtime between rounds.” Currently outside the top spots on the season-long standings, Addabbo acknowledged the pressure: “I haven’t played my best golf this season, so of course I’m thinking about the Order of Merit. I need some strong results to keep my category for next year.” Looking ahead to the final round, his strategy remains clear and disciplined: “This is a relatively tight course, so I’ll stick to the same plan, keep the ball in play, even if that means giving up a bit of distance and leaving myself some long irons into par fours. The key is to stay steady, maybe hit more irons off the tee, take advantage of the par fives, and give myself as many chances as possible.”

A total of 46 players including 4 amateurs made the cut which was set at 143 (-1).

The Final Round will begin at 8:50 a.m. local time from the 1^st hole. The Final Pairing will tee off at 12:20 p.m. local time from the 1^st hole.

Format & Prize Fund

The 2025 Longwy Alps Open is a 54-hole stroke-play event where a cut will be made after 36 holes to the top 40 professional players and ties including all amateurs within the cut. In case of a tie after 54 holes, a sudden-death play-off will determine the winner of the inaugural edition.

The players are competing for an overall prize fund of €47,500 and 45,000 Order of Merit points. The 2025 Longwy Alps Open winner will walk away with €6,900.00 and 6,525 Order of Merit points.

Tournament Sponsors and Promoter

The 2025 Longwy Alps Open is promoted directly by the golf course and is grateful for the support of the following sponsors and partners: Kroely Mercedes, Région Grand Est, Grand Longwy, Crédit Mutuel, Muno Charles et Fils, Santini Avocat, Proxeo, Mairie Longwy, UGolf/ Bluegreen, XL Enseigne, SLDC, Laboratoire Riefolo, Naillon MP, Swiss Life, and Caradvice Garage.

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4th September 2025 | Alps Tour Golf

Round 1 Suspended at Longwy Alps Open with Italy’s Mattia Comotti Leading

Longwy, September 4^th, 2025 – Round 1 of the 2025 Longwy Alps Open was suspended at 7:12 p.m. local time due to flooded greens, and play was officially called for the day at 7:45 p.m. by Tournament Director Mr. Alessandro Pia, due to continued course flooding and fading daylight. With several groups still on the course, Italy’s Mattia Comotti holds the current clubhouse lead after posting an 8-under-par round. Play is scheduled to resume at 8:00 a.m. Friday morning, as the second round gets underway shortly after.

As the 2025 Alps Tour season heads into its final stretch, this week’s tournament takes on added significance, with players competing not only for the event title but also for crucial Order of Merit points that could dramatically impact the season standings.

With only a few events remaining before the Alps Tour Grand Final, the battle for a coveted top-five position in the standings and the career-changing promotion to the 2026 HotelPlanner Tour is more intense than ever. For many, this is a chance to solidify their standing; for others, it’s a final push to break through. Every shot matters as the stakes continue to rise in this pivotal moment of the season.

Now in its second consecutive year on the Alps Tour calendar, the tournament returned this week following a successful inaugural edition in 2024, where France’s Damien Perrier claimed the title with a three-day total of 14-under-par. With Round 1 now complete, the 2025 edition is already shaping up to deliver another exciting chapter in the event’s young history.

Round 1 Player Quotes

Mattia Comotti, 25, from Italy, winner of the 2024 Memorial Giorgio Bordoni presented by AON, is the clubhouse leader with an 8 under-par, 64 as round 1 was suspended due to flooded greens and darkness. He turned professional at the end of July 2023, so this is his second full playing season on the Alps Tour as a professional player. He carded two birdies on the front nine (holes 6 and 8) before going on a remarkable run on the back nine, where he made four consecutive birdies from holes 12 to 15 and capped it off with an eagle on the 16^th hole. “Obviously, today the round was really good, I played really solid from the tee and took advantage of the opportunities on the greens,” said Comotti. “I played the DP World Tour Q-School in Belgium last week, so it didn’t really feel like a summer break. That helped me keep the game sharp and ready to compete again.” Reflecting on his performance, he added, “The mindset for the next two rounds will be the same as today’s. It’s a long tournament and we’re just getting started. Unlike the beginning of the season, I didn’t make any stupid mistakes today and I putted very well. I had a great stretch of holes from 12 to 16, four birdies and an eagle. On hole 14, I holed a 12-meter putt, and that gave me a lot of energy and momentum going forward.” Looking ahead, Comotti emphasized the importance of strategy at UGolf Longwy International: “This week, the key to success will probably be patience and accuracy off the tee. You really need to place the ball well.”

While Comotti currently holds the clubhouse lead, Spain’s Borja Martin remains a strong contender at 7-under-par with three holes left to play in his first round.

France’s Paul Franquet, 20, currently sits in a tie for third place after carding a 6-under-par 66 in his first round as a professional. Having only turned pro two days ago, he showed no signs of nerves as he firmly placed himself in contention. His round featured an eagle on the 6^th hole, five birdies on holes 3, 9, 10, 13, and 14, and a single blemish with a bogey on the 11^th hole. Franquet, who has already recorded multiple top-three finishes as an amateur, looks poised to make a strong statement early in his professional career. Reflecting on his round, Franquet said, “The round went pretty well, I’m very happy with the way I managed the course. I was very patient all day, and the birdies came toward the end.” After taking a short break to reset mentally, he worked intensively with his coach over the past two weeks to prepare for the event. “We worked hard to be sharp for this tournament,” he added. “I think the turning point came on the third hole of my round (my 12^th hole), where I made birdie to get to 3-under. That gave me a good boost for the finish.” Looking ahead, he’s staying grounded: “I just want to keep focusing on what I’m doing well for the next round and stick to the same game plan all week. The key is to stay focused on myself and my game.”

Alongside Franquet, France’s Victor Veyret, 28, and Italy’s Lucas Fallotico, 22, both concluded their opening rounds with a 6-under-par 66. After signing his scorecard, Veyret shared, “It was a nice round. I kept a really good attitude from this morning all the way to the end. I played Q-School last week, so that was a good warm-up for today. I know tomorrow will be tough, it usually is after a good round like this, but I’m ready to accept whatever happens. I believe I can make a difference with my attitude.”

France’s Baptiste Achard, 27, is also currently tied at 6-under-par but has yet to complete his first round.

Mason Essam, 26, from England, currently sits in seventh place on the provisional leaderboard after posting an opening-round 5-under-par 67. He got off to a steady start with birdies on holes 2 and 6, briefly set back by a bogey on the 7^th, but bounced back immediately with another birdie on the 8^th hole. On the back nine, he made a strong move with a brilliant eagle on hole 12 and added a final birdie on the 16^th to close out a solid first round and stay well within striking distance of the lead. “Today was pretty steady,” Essam said. “I’ve been working a lot on my strategy and sticking to a process. During the break, I put in a lot of work on my game but also enjoyed some much-needed time at home. I played the first stage of DP World Tour Q-School and played well, so I knew my game was in a decent spot coming in.”Reflecting on his round, he added, “The eagle on 12 definitely got me going, I hit some lovely approach shots coming in after that.” Looking ahead, Essam is keeping it simple: “It’s me against the course, I will just stick to my strategy and see how I get on. Over the next few days, I’ll just focus on doing me. If I do that, whatever happens, I’ll be happy.”

Format & Prize Fund

The 2025 Longwy Alps Open is a 54-hole stroke-play event where a cut will be made after 36 holes to the top 40 professional players and ties including all amateurs within the cut. In case of a tie after 54 holes, a sudden-death play-off will determine the winner of the inaugural edition.

Tournament Sponsors and Promoter

Alps Tour Media Contact- Alice Barbieri: [email protected]

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1st September 2025 | Alps Tour Golf

The Alps Tour Returns to France for the Second Edition of the Longwy Alps Open.

Longwy, September 1^st, 2025 – The Alps Tour resumes its 2025 season this week as players head to France for the second edition of the Longwy Alps Open, set to take place from September 4^th to 6^th at UGolf Longwy International, in Longwy, France.

This marks the tournament’s second consecutive year on the Alps Tour calendar, following a successful inaugural edition in 2024, where France’s Damien Perrier captured the title with a three-day total of 14-under-par.

Ahead of the tournament, on September 3^rd at 1:00 p.m. local time, the Pro-Am du Grand Longwy, a shotgun-start tour scramble format, will welcome approximately 20 teams.

The Field

All 10 players currently ranked in the Top 10 of the Alps Tour Order of Merit are confirmed to compete in France, setting the stage for a high-stakes showdown. Spain’s Javier Barcos, the current leader, headlines the field, followed closely by Italy’s Jacopo Vecchi Fossa in second. Spain’s Alvaro Hernandez Cabezuela, ranked third, and France’s Quentin Debove, in fourth, will also be in action. Spain’s Javier Calles Roman currently holds fifth position, with Ireland’s Ronan Mullarney in sixth. Spain’s Asier Aguirre Izcue sits seventh, followed by Italy’s Andrea Romano in eighth. Spain’s Jorge Maicas and Jerry Ji from the Netherlands complete the top ten in ninth and tenth place, respectively.

Nine of this season’s 2025 tournament winners are set to compete in Longwy, with a few exceptions. Spain’s Rocco Repetto Taylor, winner of the 2025 La Cigale Golf Open, will not be in the field after earning promotion to a higher-level tour following his recent victory at the Challenge de Cádiz. Also absent are his compatriot Antonio Hortal, who won the Alps de Las Castillas, and France’s Victor Dubuisson, who made a rare Alps Tour appearance to win the 2025 Biarritz Cup by C&S Partners. The former DP World Tour winner will not be returning this week.

This week’s tournament could prove pivotal for Andrea Romano and Alvaro Hernandez Cabezuela. With two wins apiece this season, either player could secure immediate promotion to the HotelPlanner Tour by clinching a third title, a rare achievement that would grant full playing rights for the remainder of the year.

In the 123-player field this week, 17 countries worldwide are represented, including Argentina, Austria, Brazil, England, Spain, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Jersey, Luxembourg, Monaco, the Netherlands, Switzerland, the United States of America, and Wales.

Players teeing it up at this week’s tournament are vying not only for the event title, but also for crucial points in the season-long Order of Merit standings. With each result potentially reshaping the standings, the stakes are higher than ever as the 2025 Alps Tour season nears its conclusion.

The top 5 players in the final Order of Merit rankings will earn coveted playing privileges on the 2026 HotelPlanner Tour, a significant step forward in any professional golfer’s career. With just a few events remaining before the 2025 Alps Tour Grand Final, the competition has intensified, and every shot now carries added weight.

This week’s event marks a significant milestone in the season, presenting a prime opportunity for contenders to solidify their positions or for others to make a late surge. With promotion on the line, all eyes are on the results of the upcoming events.

Format & Prize Fund

The 2025 Longwy Alps Open will be a 54-hole stroke-play event where a cut will be made after 36 holes to the top 40 professional players and ties, including all amateurs within the cut. In case of a tie after 54 holes, a sudden-death play-off will determine the winner of the inaugural edition.

The players will compete for an overall prize fund of €47,500 and 45,000 Order of Merit points. The 2025 Longwy Alps Open winner will walk away with €6,900.00 and 6,525 Order of Merit points.

The Course

The 2025 Longwy Alps Open will be hosted at UGolf Longwy International, a distinctive venue located at the meeting point of France, Belgium, and Luxembourg. Situated in the town center of Longwy, in the Meurthe-et-Moselle department of Northern France, the course stands on a former industrial wasteland that has been transformed into one of the region’s most modern and accessible golf facilities. UGolf Longwy International is home to an 18-hole championship course and a 9-hole compact course, offering a comprehensive golfing experience for players of all skill levels.

The 18-hole course was designed by acclaimed French architect Alain Prat, known for his ability to blend natural landscapes with technical challenges. The layout navigates a diverse terrain of forested areas and open plains, creating a rhythm that demands both strategic shot-making and course management. A variety of elevation changes, water hazards, and a network of well-placed bunkers add further complexity, while tightly guarded greens reward precision on approach shots.

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2nd September 2024 | Alps Tour Golf

The Alps Tour returns this week as Thursday, the inaugural Longwy Alps Open gets underway.

Longwy, September 2^nd, 2024 – The Alps Tour gets back in action this week as players head to France for the 13^thevent of the season, the inaugural 2024 Longwy Alps Open. The tournament will be played from September 5^th to September 7^th, at UGolf Longwy International in Longwy, France.

This tournament will mark the first year that the 2024 Longwy Alps Open will be disputed.

On September 4^th, with a shotgun start at 12:00 p.m. local time, the traditional Alps Tour tour scramble pro-am, will take place with approximately 20 teams participating.

The Field

Nine of this season’s twelve winners will be present among the players competing this week for the 2024 Longwy Alps Open title: France’s Aymeric Laussot– winner of the 2024 Ein Bay Open, Italy’s Edoardo R Lipparelli– winner of the 2024 New Giza Open, Italy’s Gianmaria Rean Trinchero– winner of the 2024 Tunisian Golf Open, Mattia Comottifrom Italy- winner of the 2024 Memorial Giorgio Bordoni presented by AON, the winner of the 2024 Alps de Roquetas de Mar and 2024 Alps de Andalucía– Brandon Kewalramani from the United States, France’s Théo Boulet- winner of the 2024 Open de La Mirabelle d’Or and the 2024 Aravell Golf Andorra Open by Creand and the most recent winner Spain’s Albert Boneta at the 2024 Alps de Las Castillas.

Jacopo Vecchi Fossa from Italy will also be present among the competing players. He captured multiple wins on the Alps Tour over the years and earned the 2021 Alps Tour Order of Merit title, which allowed him to gain status on the Challenge Tour.

Nine players who are currently in the top 10 of the Alps Tour Order of Merit rank will be in the field this week except for number 8, Austria’s Maximilian Steinlechner. Players are trying to capture the decisive points and make a move in the Order of Merit rank as the top 5 players after the 2024 Alps Tour Grand Final will gain access to the 2025 Challenge Tour.

In the 126-player field this week, there are 18 worldwide countries represented, among which: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Cameroun, England, Spain, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland, United States of America and Venezuela.

The players will compete for an overall prize fund of €45,000 and 45,000 Order of Merit points. The 2024 Longwy Alps Open winner will walk away with €6,525.00 and 6,525 Order of Merit points.

The 2024 Longwy Alps Open will be a 54-hole stroke-play event where a cut will be made after 36 holes to the top 40 professional players and ties, including all amateurs within the cut. In case of a tie after 54 holes, a sudden-death play-off will determine the winner of the inaugural edition.

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The Course

The 2024 Longwy Alps Open will be hosted at UGolf Longwy International. It is located at a crossroads between France, Belgium, and Luxembourg and is home to an 18 holes course and a 9 holes compact course. UGolf Longwy International is situated in the center of town, on an old industrial wasteland in the Meurthe-et-Moselle Department located in Northern France.

Alain Prat designed the 18-hole course, which features a highly technical layout between forest and plain, with numerous bunkers and well-defended greens.

This week, the course will be set up as a 6212 meters Par 72 course.

Tournament Promoter

The 2024 Longwy Alps Open is promoted directly by the golf course. It is grateful for the support of the following sponsors and partners: Kroely, Région Grand Est, Champagne Secret, Grand Longwy, Crédit Mutuel, Muno Charles et Fils, Proxeo, Mairie Longwy, UGolf/ Bluegreen, XL Enseigne, Lorramat, Logistore and SLDC.

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