Welcome to the 2025 Biarritz Cup by C&S Partners.
Biarritz, July 22nd, 2025- The Alps Tour heads to Biarritz, located on France’s stunning southwestern Atlantic coast in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department, nestled in the heart of the Basque Country near the Spanish border. This week marks the 14th tournament of the 2025 season: the Biarritz Cup by C&S Partners.
This edition is particularly special, as for the first time in its storied history, the Biarritz Cup, an elite amateur event which celebrates its 126th edition, is co-sanctioned with the Alps Tour. Hosted at the iconic Golf de Biarritz Le Phare, the event will bring together a mix of top-tier amateurs and professional players from across Europe and beyond, further elevating its competitive prestige and international profile. With its rich legacy and scenic coastal setting, the tournament remains a cornerstone of elite golf in the region.
Founded in 1899 by England’s Stewart Clark, the Biarritz Cup holds the distinction of being Continental Europe’s oldest amateur tournament. Its historic fairways have seen the rise of many renowned champions, including José María Olazábal, Gonzalo Fernández-Castaño, Álvaro Quirós, Mike Lorenzo-Vera, and Jorge Campillo. For over a century, it has welcomed the greatest talents in European and International amateur golf.
Adding to the week’s festivities, the Volvo Pro-Am, organized by the Golf Club Association, will take place on Wednesday, July 23rd, with a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. local time, featuring 26 teams.
The Field
A highly competitive field is confirmed for this week’s 2025 Biarritz Cup by C&S Partners, with 120 male participants equally split between 60 top amateurs and 60 Alps Tour players. In a separate tournament, 36 amateur ladies’ players will also be competing.
All 10 players currently ranked in the Top 10 of the Alps Tour Order of Merit are set to compete in France. 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 compatriot Javier Calles Roman, in fourth, will also be in action. France’s Quentin Debove currently holds fifth position, with Italy’s Andrea Romano in sixth. Ireland’s Ronan Mullarney sits seventh, followed by Spain’s Asier Aguirre Izcue in eighth. Jerry Ji from the Netherlands and Italy’s Flavio Michetti complete the top ten in ninth and tenth, respectively.
The majority of the winners from this season will be competing in Biarritz, with the exception of Spain’s Rocco Repetto Taylor, champion of the 2025 La Cigale Golf Open, and his compatriot, Antonio Hortal, who recently won the Alps de Las Castillas. Also absent will be Switzerland’s Luca Galliano, winner of the 2025 Ein Bay Open.
This week’s tournament could prove decisive for Andrea Romano and Alvaro Hernandez Cabezuela. Both players have secured two victories so far this season, and a third win would grant them immediate category status on the HotelPlanner Tour for the remainder of the year.
Adding further prestige to this year’s Biarritz Cup by C&S Partners, former Ryder Cup player and two-time DP World Tour Winner Victor Dubuisson will be in the field. The Frenchman, renowned for his exceptional short game and composed demeanor under pressure, brings a wealth of experience to the event. A standout figure in European golf over the past decade, Dubuisson’s participation marks a rare and exciting appearance on the Alps Tour, offering younger players a unique opportunity to compete alongside one of France’s most accomplished professionals. His presence is expected to draw significant interest from both fans and media, adding to the profile of an already strong tournament lineup.
Also competing this week are the last two Alps Tour Order of Merit winners: France’s Benjamin Kedochim, who won in 2024 and earned one of the coveted 2025 Challenge Tour (now HotelPlanner Tour) cards that was up for grabs. Competing this week as a hometown player from Biarritz, Kedochim achieved six top-three finishes throughout the 2024 season, demonstrating a high level of consistency throughout his performance, despite not securing a victory in any Alps Tour event.
Ireland’s Ronan Mullarney will also be in Biarritz. He is currently 7th in the Order of Merit rank and captured two titles during the 2023 season, which propelled him to win the ranking and secure his promotion for the 2024 HotelPlanner Tour season.
Players at this week’s event are competing not only for the tournament title, but also for valuable points in the season-long Order of Merit standings. The top five players at the conclusion of the 2025 Alps Tour season will earn one of the coveted cards granting access to the 2026 HotelPlanner Tour. In addition, the top six players, including amateurs, from the Alps Tour Order of Merit standings after this week’s event, up to 10, not otherwise exempt, will get an exemption for Stage 1 of the 2025 DP World Tour Qualifying School.
With only a handful of events remaining before the 2025 Alps Tour Grand Final, the race for the top five positions is heating up. As a result, this week’s competition carries even greater significance for the Alps Tour players hoping to secure their place among the Tour’s rising stars.
In addition to the professional players, 60 top amateurs will also be competing in Biarritz. They were able to apply if they met the following requirements: members of the French Teams for the 2025 European Team Championships Men or Boys, 10 tournament invitations including a maximum of 5 pros not otherwise exempt at the disposal of the Biarritz Cup Committee, players not otherwise eligible, ranked within the Top 1500 in the World Amateur Golf Ranking as of July 8th 2025 and players not otherwise eligible ranked within the Top 50 in the “Merite National Amateur Messieurs” as of July 8th 2025. Their participation brings an exciting dynamic to the event, showcasing emerging talent and offering a great opportunity for these skilled amateurs to challenge themselves against experienced professionals.
Format & Prize Fund
The 2025 Biarritz Cup by C&S Partners will be played as a 54 holes stroke play tournament where a cut will be made after 36 holes to the top 30 professional players and ties plus amateurs within the cut.
The prize fund will distribute €47,500 (for professionals only) and 45,000 Order of Merit points to Alps Tour members. The winner will earn €7,600 and 6,525 Order of Merit points.
The Course
Nestled in the heart of the Basque Coast in France, Golf de Biarritz Le Phare is one of the oldest and most iconic golf courses in continental Europe. Established in 1888, the course was designed by the renowned architect Willie Dunn and offers a unique blend of tradition, elegance, and technical challenge.
Golf de Biarritz Le Phare may not be the longest course, but it demands strategic precision and mastery of the short game. Its beautifully manicured fairways wind through a rolling parkland layout, lined with century-old trees and offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The course is defined by its undulating greens, clever bunkering, and constant coastal breezes that test players’ skill and adaptability.
Situated just minutes from the vibrant city center of Biarritz, Golf de Biarritz Le Phare seamlessly combines the charm of a historic venue with modern amenities. With over a century of competitive legacy, it continues to host prestigious tournaments and welcomes golfers from around the world in pursuit of excellence, challenge, and timeless golfing heritage.
Tournament Promoter and Sponsors
The 2025 Biarritz Cup by C&S Partners is promoted and organized by the Sports Association of the Biarritz Golf Club.
The 2025 Biarritz Cup by C&S Partners is supported by C&S Partners, GolfPlus, Banque Privée Pyrénées Gascogne, Birdie l’Agence, Afflelou, and Volvo SIPA Anglet.
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