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11th April 2026 | Alps Tour Golf

France’s Alexandre Vandermoten claims dominant victory at the inaugural Villa Paradiso Alps Open

Italy, April 11th, 2026 – France’s Alexandre Vandermoten delivered a commanding performance from start to finish to win the inaugural Villa Paradiso Alps Open. Starting the final round with a two-shot lead, the Frenchman quickly extended his advantage with two birdies in his opening holes. Despite a setback with a double bogey on the 6th, the Toulouse Golf Club player showed great composure, bouncing back with two birdies on the back nine to secure his first professional victory.

Thanks to a final round of 70 (-2), the rookie finished three shots clear of fellow Qualifying School graduate Pablo Alperi and Ireland’s Robert Moran, who shared second place. For Moran, it marks a third runner-up finish in four events this season.

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With this victory, Vandermoten earns €7,120 and 6,525 Order of Merit points. He now moves up to fourth place in the rankings, behind Andrea Romano (1st), Robert Moran (2nd), and Mario Galiano Aguilar (3rd).

The players will return to action on Sunday, April 19th in Cairo for the Dreamland Open.

Round 2 Player Quotes

Alexandre Vandermoten : “My putting was very good all week, and my overall game was really solid. I had already put myself in contention in Egypt, so this is a continuation of that. The more often you get into position, the better your chances of winning. I also had a great week with my friends Aymeric Laussot and Tom Gueant, we shared some great moments, and that always helps. I really enjoyed the course as well. Before the tournament, I had a long call with Raphaël Jacquelin, which helped me regain a fighting mindset and just let my natural game flow. Now the goal is clearly to reach the top 5. I stay humble, but I’ve won one, why not win two more this season?”

Pablo Alperi : “I did everything I could. Alexandre played outstanding golf and is a deserving winner. I’m very happy for him. I just missed that bit of luck you sometimes need to win, maybe a couple more putts dropping. I gave it everything I had, and I’ll sleep well tonight.”

Tournament Sponsors

The Villa Paradiso 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).

In addition, the Villa Paradiso Alps Open is held under the patronage of Regione Lombardia, Comune di Cornate d’Adda, Assolombarda, Parco Adda Nord, and Confcommercio Milano, Lodi, Monza Brianza e Vimercate, and benefits from the support of CTC System (Main Sponsor), Frigerio Trasporti (Main Sponsor), Consulting Italia Srl (Official Sponsor), Ceta Spa (Official Sponsor), Nord Zinc (Official Sponsor), Colombo Idro Spa – Smir (Official Sponsor), Zincol Lombardia Srl (Official Sponsor), Co. Ge. Fin Spa (Official Sponsor), and Colombo Tende su Misura (Official Supplier).

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10th April 2026 | Alps Tour Golf

France’s Alexandre Vandermoten extends his lead ahead of the final round

Players began to find their rhythm at Villa Paradiso Golf Club during the second round of the Villa Paradiso Alps Open. While only one player broke 68 (-4) on day one, eight players bettered that mark on Friday.

First-round leader Alexandre Vandermoten was among them, signing an excellent 65 (-7) highlighted by a spectacular albatross on the par-5 11th. After a strong front nine featuring five birdies, the 25-year-old holed a 4-wood from 231 metres to produce one of the standout moments of the week. He now heads into the final round with a two-shot advantage.

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Spain’s Pablo Alperi went one better in the morning, setting a new course record with a flawless 64 (-8). Starting from the 10th tee, the rookie surged on the back nine, recording six birdies over his final seven holes to move into second place, two shots behind the leader.

Italy’s Flavio Michetti sits in third place, three strokes back, after also posting an impressive 65 (-7).

For tomorrow’s final round, play will begin at 8:15 a.m. from both the 1st and 10th tees. At the conclusion of the third round, the winner will receive €7,120 and 6,525 Order of Merit points. In the event of a tie, a playoff will determine the champion.

Round 2 Player Quotes

Alexandre Vandermoten : “I had a really strong start, my first three holes left me with very short putts thanks to some great wedge shots, and I was also very solid on the greens. On the 11th, I hit a great drive and then had 231 metres. I struck a perfect 4-wood and saw the ball land on the green, but I didn’t know it had gone in until it was confirmed. After that, I stayed focused and managed my emotions well. It’s the third time I’ve put myself in a great position to win heading into the final round, which is very positive. There are still 18 holes to play, so I just need to focus on my own game and not look at the others.”

Pablo Alperi : “I focused on doing the right things and hitting good shots, and today the putts dropped. I’m really happy to have set the course record in a tournament like this and to have a chance to win tomorrow. I’m not thinking about the result — just taking it shot by shot and staying focused on my game. The course is in fantastic condition, better than I expected, so congratulations to the Villa Paradiso team for the great work.”

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9th April 2026 | Alps Tour Golf

France’s Alexandre Vandermoten takes early lead at Villa Paradiso

Under sunny skies, Alps Tour players faced Villa Paradiso Golf Club for the first time, with the course presented in excellent condition. France’s Alexandre Vandermoten set the early pace in the morning wave, signing a flawless 67 (-5).

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The 2025 Qualifying School graduate started his round on the 10th tee and finished strongly with back-to-back birdies on his final two holes. He leads by one shot over fellow Frenchman Damien Perrier, who returns to the Alps Tour this week, and Italy’s Luca Galliano. A group of nine players sits in fourth place at -3.

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 Quotes

Alexandre Vandermoten: “I was very solid mentally today. During the March break, I went back to the United States to visit a sponsor and played a PGA Tour Americas event. I played very well for two rounds but struggled a bit in the final one. It was a good learning experience, and I feel like I’ve improved mentally in several areas. I really like the course and I’m looking forward to play tomorrow . ”

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7th April 2026 | Alps Tour Golf

Alps Tour heads to Italy for the inaugural Villa Paradiso Alps Open

Italy, April 7th, 2026 – For the first time in its history, the Alps Tour will visit Villa Paradiso Golf Club, located in Cornate d’Adda, for the inaugural edition of the Villa Paradiso Alps Open, taking place from April 9th to 11th, 2026.

In a symbolic alignment, both the Alps Tour and the host venue celebrate their 25th anniversary this year, with a special program of festivities planned throughout the tournament week.

This event also marks the first European stop of the 2026 season and benefits from the recent increase in prize funds. A minimum prize fund of €48,000 will be on offer, along with 45,000 Order of Merit points, including a minimum of €6,900 and 6,525 points awarded to the winner.

The competition will be a 54-hole stroke-play event, with a cut 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 Field

Following his back-to-back victories in Egypt, Italy’s Andrea Romano will be one of the main attractions in what promises to be a strong home event. A third win would secure him immediate promotion to the HotelPlanner Tour.

Several players with experience on higher-tier tours will also be in the field, including Italy’s Lorenzo Scalise and Spain’s Asier Aguirre Izcue, winner of last year’s Regione Lazio Grand Final.

Spain’s Mario Galiano Aguilar and Ireland’s Robert Moran, currently second and third in the Order of Merit respectively, will be looking to challenge for the title, alongside Ireland’s Sam Murphy, winner of the season-opening event.

The field will consist of 132 players, including 18 amateurs.

The Course

Nestled within the stunning Parco Naturale dell’Adda, Villa Paradiso Golf Club spans 80 hectares of breathtaking scenery between the Adda River and a wooded hillside, just 20 minutes from Milan and Bergamo. A true haven of peace, it offers a rare balance between sport and nature—both unique and easily accessible.

Designed by architect Franco Piras, the course opened in 2001. Since November 2019, the club has been managed by the Colombo Group (CO.GE.FIN.), with the ambition of developing a leading golf destination in Lombardy.

Modern, technical, and demanding, the layout remains enjoyable for all golfers thanks to its intelligent design. Discreetly set within a protected natural area, the 18-hole course unfolds as you descend toward the clubhouse. Its championship-level fairways and greens are complemented by five strategically placed lakes, enhancing both the challenge and beauty of the layout.

Measuring 6,583 meters, the course features five tee options per hole, ensuring a rewarding experience for players of every level. The club lies within Adda Park, established in 1983 and spanning over 6,600 hectares of nature and heritage, including hydraulic works by Leonardo da Vinci and the UNESCO-listed village of Crespi d’Adda.

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