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DP World Tour Live Blog: Spaniard wins the Volvo China Open

Victorious at this weeks DP World Tour event: Adrian Otaegui. (Image: Getty)

Volvo China Open 2024 Live Scores

The Volvo China Open in the season 2024 is being played in Shenzhen, China at the Hidden Grace GC. The tournament starts at the Thursday, 2nd of May and ends at the Sunday, 5th of May 2024.
The Volvo China Open is part of the European Tour in the season 2024. In 2024 all players competing for a total prize money of $ 2.250.000.
The course for the tournament at Hidden Grace GC plays at Par 72.

The DP World Tour concludes its Asian Swing with the Volvo China Open. The tournament was last played in 2019 before it had to be cancelled for an extended period due to the coronavirus pandemic.

DP World Tour live

Through the Golf Post Live Blog you can follow all results on the DP World Tour live. The DP World Tour is the top golf league alongside the PGA Tour. Originally started on the European continent, it now includes tournaments all over the world. With events in Asia, Africa, Australia and the Middle East and partnerships with the PGA Tour, the DP World Tour has a truly global reach. The official name of the organization is PGA European Tour and the DP World Tour is headquartered at the Wentworth Club in Virgina Water, England.

In the 2024 season, a total of 45 tournaments will be held in over 25 different countries. This versatility and the many different venues are what make the tour so appealing to golfers. The prize money is slightly lower on average than on the neighboring PGA Tour and ranges between 1.2 million dollars and 10 million dollars (DP World Tour Championship).
Since 2009, the official money ranking of the DP World Tour has been the “Race to Dubai“. This includes all relevant tournaments (including the major tournaments) from a season for the ranking. The overall winner of the Race to Dubai receives a five-year playing license on the DP World Tour, the Harry Vardon Trophy and bonus prize money of six million US dollars.

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PGA Tour

PGA Tour: 16-Year-Old Golfer Kris Kim To Debut in CJ Cup Byron Nelson

Teenage prodigy Kris Kim will debut in Texas this week. (Photo: Getty)

At just 16 years old, British golfer Kris Kim will compete against the creme-de-la-creme of international players, including former world number ones Jordan Spieth, Adam Scott, and Jason Day in the PGA Tour. This major sports milestone for the teenage prodigy will occur on Thursday, May 2nd at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, hosted in McKinney, Texas.

Kim has rapidly ascended the ranks in the junior golf world, drawing attention after his critical contributions to Europe’s victory in last year’s Junior Ryder Cup. His recent achievements also include winning the Boys’ Amateur Championship, the European Individual Championship, and the McGregor Trophy.

The Rising Star from a Golfing Lineage

Kris Kim’s entry into the professional golf scene is bolstered by his lineage; his mother, Ji-Hyun Suh, is a former LPGA player from South Korea. Suh, who started her professional career in the late 90s, has been instrumental in coaching her son. Kris mentioned the invaluable advice and strategic insights he receives from his mother, emphasizing her role in his mental and technical preparation for the game.

Educational Commitments and Inspirations

Despite his rigorous sports schedule and now the PGA Tour, Kim is also managing academic responsibilities, specifically his preparation for the GCSE exams. He acknowledged the difficulty in balancing his studies with his golf career but remains committed to excelling in both arenas.

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PGA Tour

PGA Tour Tee Times: The British Golfers Tee Off At CJ Cup Byron Nelson

Discover the PGA Tour Tee Times of your favorite British golfers. (Photos: Getty)
Discover the PGA Tour Tee Times of your favorite British golfers. (Photos: Getty)

The PGA Tour brings us The CJ CUP Byron Nelson, which will take place in McKinney, Texas, USA. The event will be sprawled on the lush greens of the TPC Craig Ranch Club. The tournament, carrying a prize purse of $9,500,000 will see last year’s defender, Jason Day, attempting to maintain his title. The tournament will be played on a par 71 course.

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The PGA Tour Tee Times and Groups for the British Players

Ben Taylor from England is all set to play the first round at the CJ CUP Byron Nelson at 13:12, where he will pair up with his group members, Ryan Palmer and Josh Teater from USA. The second day will see the same group teeing off for round two.

Next, Matt Wallace, another English golfer, will kick off his tournament at 13:23 in round 1. His group includes Daniel Berger and Cameron Champ from USA. Wallace will stick with the same group for the second round with the PGA Tour Tee Times mentioned in the table below.

English-man Callum Tarren is scheduled for a later tee time of 14:18 with his group members Maverick McNealy and Chesson Hadley representing USA. They will return together for the second-round together at the same time.

From Scotland, Robert MacIntyre will play alongside Ze-cheng Dou from China and Raul Pereda from Mexico, starting their round at 14:29. They will keep the same setup for the second-round.

The 16-year old British golf prodigy Kris Kim will be teeting off at hole 10 15:02 with American Duo Max Greyserman and Norman Xiong.

Harry Hall from England will begin his participation at 18:22. He will play alongside David Lipsky from the USA and Sung Kang from Korea. The three will team up yet again at the same time for the second round on the following day.

Martin Laird from Scotland will begin his first round of play in the afternoon at 19:17 along with Troy Merritt and Ryan Moore representing the USA. The trio will join forces again for round two.

The other player from England, Aaron Rai is scheduled to tee off at 19:28 in round one, sharing the greens with Henrik Norlander from Sweden and Sam Ryder from the USA. This lot is grouped together for the second round as well.

David Skinns, another player from England, tees off at 20:12 with Tom Whitney from the USA and Paul Barjon from France. They will maintain the same grouping in the second round.

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LIV Tour

LIV Tour 2024: Chicago to Host Individual Championship

Championship. (Photo: Getty)
Championship. (Photo: Getty)

Bolingbrook Golf Club is preparing to host the LIV Tour Individual Championship 2024 from September 13-15. As the final tournament before the LIV Golf Team Championship, it will also serve as the last chance for players to earn points in the individual standings.

The Culmination of the LIV Tour in Chicago

Bolingbrook Golf Club will be the venue for the individual championship and the 13th tournament of the LIV Tour season, located about 30 miles from downtown Chicago. The golf course, designed by Arthur Hills and Steve Forrest, is known for its challenging 156-yard island green at the 15th hole and attracts golf enthusiasts with its rolling fairways and elevated greens spread around seven lakes. The facility, which hosted the PGA’s Forme Tour in 2021, offers a challenging 600-yard par 5 for LIV Tour golfers. The tournament will not only attract golfers but also numerous fans who want to experience the atmosphere of the LIV Tour up close.

Tickets for the championship will be available for sale starting next Wednesday, May 8, at 10 AM on LIVGolf.com.

The Individual Championship of the LIV Tour

The tournament plays a crucial role for players who want to position themselves in the individual rankings and qualify for the 2024 Team Championship. Players who make it into the so-called Lock Zone (Top 24) secure their spot in the league for 2025, while those in the Open Zone (rank 25-48) remain as free agents, who can be re-signed by their current team or picked up by another team. Players in the Drop Zone (rank 49 and below) are relegated from the league and qualify for the 2024 LIV Golf Promotions Tournament.

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European Tour Live

DP World Tour: Tee Times for Johannes Veerman and American Compatriots

Among the field at this week's DP World Tour event: Johannes Veerman. (Image: Getty
Among the field at this week's DP World Tour event: Johannes Veerman. (Image: Getty)

The DP World Tour continues with a showdown at the Volvo China Open held at Hidden Grace GC, located in Shenzhen, China. Competitors from around the globe will play for the prize money of $2.250.000 across 72 par courses, aiming for the top spot.

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DP World Tour: Tee Times for American Players

Nicholas Paez will be the first to represent the USA at the Volvo China Open. For Round 1, Tee time on Thursday will be 06:50. He will be playing along with Joel Girrbach from Switzerland and Yanhan Zhou of China. For Round 2 on Friday, Paez will start at 11:50, once again, in the company of Girrbach and Zhou.

Another American golfer, Johannes Veerman follows suit, with an initial start time of 12:00 for the first Round on Thursday. His co-players for both rounds will be Masahiro Kawamura of Japan and Ugo Coussaud of France. The second round will see this trio tee off at an earlier time of 07:00.

Last but not least, Gunner Wiebe is set to start his first round at a later time of 13:00 on Thursday. He will be joined by Michael Lorenzo-Vera of France and Chenyou Nan of China. The same group will begin the second round on Friday, starting at 08:00 (Times are all in local time zones)

Player Name (USA) Round 1 – Tee Time Round 2 – Tee Time Co-players
Nicholas PAEZ 06:50 11:50 Joel Girrbach (SUI), Yanhan ZHOU (CHN)
Johannes Veerman 12:00 07:00 Masahiro KAWAMURA (JPN), Ugo Coussaud (FRA)
Gunner Wiebe 13:00 08:00 Michael Lorenzo-Vera (FRA), Chenyou NAN (CHN)

This text was generated by AI.

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Panorama PGA Tour

Team McIlroy/Lowry Celebrate Victory with a Round of Karaoke

Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry celebrate thei PGA Tour victory with a round of karaoke. (Image: getty)
Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry celebrate thei PGA Tour victory with a round of karaoke. (Image: getty)

The Zurich Classic is one of just a few team events in professional golf. Naturally, the pros make a special point of playing with their mates not only in the practice rounds, but also in a tournament. One example is the Irish duo Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry. The long-standing friendship between these two players is no secret and both enjoyed a weekend of top-class golf. To top it off, they even claimed victory in their first appearance as a team at the PGA Tour’s Zurich Classic 2024.

Rory McIlroy: “To win any PGA TOUR event is very cool, but to do it with one of your closest friends is awesome”

“We went out there, we had loads of fun, and we won the tournament. You couldn’t ask for a better week,” Lowry said after their win. And McIlroy added: “To win any PGA TOUR event is very cool, but to do it with one of your closest friends … Think about where we met and where we’ve come from, to be on this stage and do this together – just awesome to be able to do it alongside this guy.” And all of this happened because McIlroy “proposed” to Lowry at a “drunken lunch”, as the Northern Irishman told Claire Rodgers before the event.

In addition to the trophy, the duo received WWE-style belts. Well, for McIlroy it was a good fit and a perfect addition to the outfit. Shane Lowry, on the other hand, had a little trouble putting it on.

To celebrate McIlroy’s 25th career PGA Tour victory and Lowry’s first win since 2019, the pair took to the stage after the tournament and sang a perfect rendition of ‘Don’t stop believing’ by Journey.

Team McIlroy/Lowry celebrate with a round of karaoke

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LIV Tour

Watch: LIV Tour highlights from round 2 of the Adelaide

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 22: Brendan Steele of the Hyflyers during day two of Liv Golf Adelaide at The Grange Golf Course on April 22, 2023 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

The LIV Tour brings golf lovers the Adelaide tournament, providing a display of top-notch golf from the fairways of The Grange Golf Club in Adelaide, Australia. As golfers embarked on round two of the Adelaide tournament, select golf enthusiasts witnessed an exceptional display of skills.

On the leaderboard after round two, Brendan Steele of the USA stands at the top with a total score of -14. Trailing closely behind is New Zealander Danny Lee, with a total score of -13. In third and fourth positions respectively are Carlos Ortiz from Mexico and Mito Pereira from Chile, both boasting a total score of -12. The fifth position is occupied by four golfers: Patrick Reed from the USA, Dean Burmester from South Africa, Cameron Smith from Australia, and Cameron Tringale from the USA, each with a total score of -11.

As for the best daily scores of round two, Brendan Steele stole the show with a daily score of -8. Danny Lee followed with a daily score of -5. Carlos Ortiz and Mito Pereira wrap up the top three daily performers with daily scores of -4 and -5 respectively.

The players are battling for a share of a hefty prize purse of $25,000,000. Notably, the golf fans received a package containing LIV Tour Highlights and Adelaide Highlights, offering a sleek capture of the tournament’s key moments.

The tournament concludes after the completion of four rounds, with players striving to deliver stellar performances on the concluding day. With the competition heating up, all eyes are set on who will reign supreme while navigating the challenging greens and fairways at The Grange Golf Club in Adelaide, Australia.

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Adelaide: The LIV Tour round 2 highlights

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European Tour

Watch: European Tour highlights from round 3 of the ISPS HANDA – CHAMPIONSHIP

Casey Jarvis goes into the final day of the DP World Tour as the leader, Yannik Paul is second. (Photos: Getty)
Casey Jarvis goes into the final day of the DP World Tour as the leader, Yannik Paul is second. (Photos: Getty)

The European Tour in Gotemba, Japan experienced another thrilling day, featuring robust competition in the third round of the ISPS HANDA – CHAMPIONSHIP. Golf aficionados worldwide tuned in to the Taiheiyo Club’s Gotemba Course to catch the European Tour highlights.

Indeed, viewers were rewarded with some impressive performances from the tournament participants, a list packed with international talent. Standing tall on top of the leaderboard is Casey Jarvis of South Africa, who currently holds a total score of -13. Following close on his heels at -12 total score is Germany’s Yannik Paul. The third position sees a tie between players with a total score of -11: China’s Haotong Li, Japan’s Ryosuke Kinoshita, France’s Tom Vaillant, Keita Nakajima of Japan, and Sweden’s Sebastian Söderberg.

Of the great performances today, three players distinguished themselves by delivering the day’s best rounds. They held their grounds and distinguished themselves with admirable mastery of the course. Their daily scores were a reflection of the high level of play at the tournament.

Apart from the contending positions, the total prize money for the tournament is noteworthy. Each participant’s eye is undoubtedly fixed on the prize, an impressive sum of $2,250,000.

As the tournament reaches its peak, this video capturing the ISPS HANDA – CHAMPIONSHIP highlights brings to the audience the very best of this golfing event. Emphasizing the third round, the highlights provide golf enthusiasts a comprehensive view of the intense competition in the ISPS HANDA – CHAMPIONSHIP.

This signifies the end of the tournament journey for many competitors after their third round, however, the fight for the ISPS HANDA – CHAMPIONSHIP title continues. The tournament is far from over, with plenty of exciting moments yet to come in pursuit of the champion’s title.

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ISPS HANDA – CHAMPIONSHIP: The European Tour round 3 highlights

About the European Tour

The DP World Tour (formerly the European Tour) is the largest European professional golf tour. With 45 events, the tour’s tournament calendar is packed with highlights. In addition to the majors, the DP World Tour organizes other co-sanctioned events with the PGA Tour. The European tour is also a guest in Asia, Africa and the Middle East, hosting at least one tournament in a total of 25 countries. The prize money on the DP World Tour is lower than on its American sister tour, but with the basic salary introduced in 2023, players who have played at least 15 tournaments will receive at least 150,000 dollars. The season finale of the overall earnings ranking, the “Race to Dubai“, will be held in a play-off format after five “Global Swings” and the “Back 9”. The final DP World Tour Championship will determine the winner of the season in Dubai in November.

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Watch: PGA Tour highlights from round 2 of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans

Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry are part of the top quartet at the top of the PGA Tour leaderboard. (Photo: Getty)
Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry are part of the top quartet at the top of the PGA Tour leaderboard. (Photo: Getty)

The PGA Tour continues to captivate with the Zurich Classic of New Orleans showcasing top-notch skills. The golf bonanza is unfolding at the famous TPC Louisiana in Avondale, Louisiana, United States. This update dives into the highlights of the second round for the eager golf enthusiasts following the competition.

The leaderboard is tightly packed after the second round. Four pairs of golfers share the first position: Rai & Lipsky, McIlroy & Lowry, Thompson & Novak, and Brehm & Hubbard. These duos have all scored -13 in their total score, underlining their adept play.

There is a five-way tie for the fifth position as well, featuring Tarren & Skinns, Johnson & Palmer, Taylor & Hadwin, Cantlay & Schauffele, and Conners & Pendrith. Their deft maneuvers have culminated in a -12 total score, keeping them in close contention.

On the day, three pairs managed to stand out with their exceptional performance. Cantlay & Schauffele marked the best daily score, carding -5 for the day. This was closely matched by Thompson & Novak and Tarren & Skinns, both securing a daily score of -3, demonstrating their finesse and control on the course. The entire competition is set against an enticing prize pool of $8,900,000.

The stakes will surely rise as the Zurich Classic of New Orleans heads into the weekend. Follow our further coverage for constant updates and never miss any Zurich Classic of New Orleans highlights.

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Zurich Classic of New Orleans: The PGA Tour round 2 highlights

About the PGA Tour

The PGA Tour is the largest American professional golf tour. There are 36 tournaments on the tour’s schedule this season. The tournaments mainly take place in the USA, but there are also some international venues over the course of the season. The signature events introduced in 2023 offer higher prize money and a smaller field of participants. There will be a total of eight of these events in the 2024 season. The four Majors and the Players Championship are also part of the PGA Tour. At the end of the tours season, the 70 best players in the FedEx Cup season rankings will play in a three-tournament play-off for overall tour victory and an extra 18 million dollars in prize money.

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PGA Tour

PGA Tour: Multimillion Bonuses for Top Players

Tiger Woods and other top players receive large bonuses as part of the PGA Tour's Player Equity Program. (Source: Getty)
Tiger Woods and other top players receive large bonuses as part of the PGA Tour's Player Equity Program. (Source: Getty)

In February, PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan unveiled the Player Equity Program. The PGA Tour had struck a deal with Strategic Sports Group to make an immediate investment of 1.5 billion dollars in a new for-profit entity called PGA Tour Enterprises. Part of the investment includes the Player Equity Program, designed to reward players for their loyalty to the PGA Tour. The 193 eligible recipients were notified of their equity shares by Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan, who is also CEO of PGA Tour Enterprises. “It’s about making sure our players know that the PGA Tour is the best place to compete and showing them how much the Tour appreciates them being loyal,” said Jason Gore, the Tour’s Chief Player Officer, in one of six informational videos the Tour has produced for members, which are available to Golf.com.

How the Money Is Distributed Among the PGA Tour Players

The plan envisages that around 930 million US dollars will be distributed to 193 players, taking into account four main categories. The players will not receive the money immediately, but in the form of shares in PGA Tour Enterprises, which will house the Tour’s commercial activities. Led by the Tour’s top stars, 36 players will receive a share of 750 million US dollars based on their performance over the last five years. That’s just over 80% of the prize that goes to only a few dozen pros. Points are awarded based on the number of years as a Tour member, participation in Tour Championships and victories, with special achievements such as Major titles, victories in the Players Championship and the FedEx Cup earning additional points. The second group, consisting of “consistent performers and up-and-coming talent”, will receive 75 million US dollars for 64 players. Their participation is based on FedExCup points over the last three years. A further 30 million US dollars will be awarded to 57 players in the third group, based on career earnings and the number of top 125 finishes in the FedExCup points. The fourth group, comprising “Legends of the Past”, including names such as Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson, will receive 75 million US dollars. These funds are awarded on the basis of the “Career Points” system and are earmarked exclusively for living golf legends.

A key element of the program is the eight-year commitment period. Participations reach 50% of their value after four years, 75% after six years and the full 100% after eight years. At this point, players can sell their holdings to PGA Tour Enterprises. This arrangement is designed to strengthen player loyalty to the PGA Tour. Strategic Sports Group valued the PGA Tour at US$12.3 billion when it joined and this value is expected to increase over time.

What’s In It for the Top Players

According to a rough estimate by Golf.com, Tiger Woods will receive 528 career points, Rory McIlroy just 199, while Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas have both accumulated a similar number of just under 100 points. All four players are expected to be part of Group 1 and all will receive substantial grants, but the difference in career points is expected to bring some differences in value. In short, Woods will receive the highest grant value (possibly by a wide margin) and McIlroy’s will be the second highest. Golf journalist Joe Pompliano estimates that Woods’ shares could be worth up to $100 million, double Rory McIlroy’s $50 million.

Further Bonuses Expected In the Coming Years

In addition to the initial investment of 1.5 billion US dollars, the players will receive a further bonus of around 600 million US dollars in the coming years. These funds, amounting to USD 100 million per year from 2025 to 2030, will be awarded based on the performance and results of the Player Impact Program, with a particular focus on young talent.