In Spain, 156 players compete for 20 DP World Tour cards. Nine Germans are among those chasing their 2026 ticket.
From November 7, the Infinitum Golf Resort in Tarragona, Spain, becomes the stage for one of the most intense battles in professional golf. The Final Stage of the DP World Tour Q-School will determine who earns one of the coveted 20 full tour cards for the 2026 season. Over six rounds — four for all, followed by a cut to the top 65 players — the competition unfolds across two courses: the Lakes and the Hills. The final two rounds will be played on the Lakes Course, where careers can be made or broken.
This marks the seventh time Infinitum hosts the Q-School Final Stage, and for good reason. The Lakes Course has recently been upgraded for improved playability and sustainability, while the Hills Course now features a redesigned back nine, including a dramatic finishing hole set in a quarry.
German Contenders Eyeing DP World Tour Cards
Among the 156 hopefuls are nine German players, including seasoned names like Maximilian Kieffer and Yannik Paul. Kieffer, a long-time DP World Tour member, failed to secure enough Race to Dubai points in 2025 and now faces the challenge of regaining his card. Paul, winner of the 2022 Mallorca Open and once a Ryder Cup contender, also finds himself under pressure after finishing 121st in the rankings. Both are familiar with Q-School and must deliver to return to the main stage.
Nick Bachem, who claimed a tour victory in South Africa, enters the field via a medical exemption after an injury-plagued season. Jannik De Bruyn returns to Infinitum after reaching the final stage in 2023, aiming to secure his spot for 2026. Carl Siemens and Philipp Katich, both products of the GC St. Leon-Rot youth program, advanced through the Second Stage. Michael Hirmer and Jan Schneider bring multi-tour experience but have yet to establish themselves on the DP World Tour. Anton Albers, part of HSV’s golf team, recently competed in the HotelPlanner Tour’s Grand Final.
High Stakes and Final Chances
For many, this is the last opportunity to break into or return to the elite ranks of European golf. With only 20 cards available, every shot counts. The Q-School Final Stage is not just a tournament — it’s a career-defining moment.