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DP World Tour Tee Times: American Players’ Tee Times and Groups for Soudal Open

As the Soudal Open, part of the DP World Tour, kicks off in Antwerpen, Belgium at the Rinkven International Golf Club, the Tee Times for the American players are now available. This article provides detailed information regarding the start times for the first and second rounds for all American participants in the tournament. The Soudal Open begins on Thursday with Round 1, followed by Round 2 on Friday.

European Tour Tee Times: American Golfers at the Soudal Open

Jordan Gumberg begins his first round on Thursday at 8:50 AM from the 10th tee. He is grouped with Joost Luiten from the Netherlands and Masahiro Kawamura from Japan. The trio will start their second round at 1:50 PM on Friday from the 1st tee.

Chase Hanna’s first round takes place on Thursday at 9:20 AM, starting from the 10th tee. His playing partners are Justin Harding from South Africa and Søren Kjeldsen from Denmark. For the second round, they tee off at 2:20 PM on Friday from the 1st tee.

Johannes Veerman has his first tee time at 1:30 PM on Thursday, commencing from the 1st tee. He will play with Richie Ramsay from Scotland and Antoine Rozner from France. Their second round begins on Friday at 8:30 AM from the 10th tee.

Gunner Wiebe starts his first round at 1:50 PM on Thursday from the 1st tee. His group includes Nacho Elvira from Spain and Shubhankar Sharma from India. For the second round, they tee off on Friday at 8:50 AM from the 10th tee.

Sean Crocker begins his first round at 2:20 PM on Thursday from the 1st tee. He is paired with Daniel Brown from England and Calum Hill from Scotland. Their second tee time is Friday at 9:20 AM from the 10th tee.

James Nicholas starts at 2:20 PM on Thursday from the 10th tee. His partners are Lauri Ruuska from Finland and Conor Purcell from Ireland. Their second round will tee off at 9:20 AM on Friday from the 1st tee.

Round Tee Time Start Tee Nationality Player Name Nationality Group Player 2 Nationality Group Player 3
1 08:50 10 USA Jordan Gumberg NED Joost Luiten JPN Masahiro Kawamura
1 09:20 10 USA Chase Hanna RSA Justin Harding DEN Søren Kjeldsen
1 13:30 1 USA Johannes Veerman SCO Richie Ramsay FRA Antoine Rozner
1 13:50 1 USA Gunner Wiebe ESP Nacho Elvira IND Shubhankar Sharma
1 14:20 1 USA Sean Crocker ENG Daniel Brown SCO Calum Hill
1 14:20 10 USA James Nicholas FIN Lauri Ruuska IRL Conor Purcell
2 13:50 1 USA Jordan Gumberg NED Joost Luiten JPN Masahiro Kawamura
2 14:20 1 USA Chase Hanna RSA Justin Harding DEN Søren Kjeldsen
2 08:30 10 USA Johannes Veerman SCO Richie Ramsay FRA Antoine Rozner
2 08:50 10 USA Gunner Wiebe ESP Nacho Elvira IND Shubhankar Sharma
2 09:20 1 USA Sean Crocker ENG Daniel Brown SCO Calum Hill
2 09:20 10 USA James Nicholas FIN Lauri Ruuska IRL Conor Purcell
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Ladies Tours

How Much Does It Cost to Play Ladies European Tour?

US golfer Hannah Gregg gave her followers an insight into the financing of a tournament weekend on the Ladies European Tour on X (formerly Twitter). It should be mentioned upfront that this is an example of a single athlete and in no way reflects the (financial) situation of every female athlete. Nevertheless, this example is thought-provoking.

How Much Playing LET Really Costs

In her calculation example, Gregg first mentions her costs. She had to pay 3,672 dollars for flights, work visa, food, fuel for the car, participation fee and the lounge pass for her caddie. In this case, the hotel and hire car cost her nothing. There were also no costs for the caddie, as this role was filled by her fiancé. Hannah Gregg made the cut at the tournament and finished the weekend in 54th place, which earned her prize money of 1,244 dollars. This prize money is subject to 35 per cent tax, which means that Gregg would have had to finish 21st to make a profit, she calculates. Achieving a place in the top 25 is not easy in golf, and if your financial situation also depends on it to some extent, it certainly doesn’t make things any easier. But here, too, it has to be said that this is a special example because Gregg has higher travelling costs as an American.

Ladies European Tour versus LPGA Tour: the comparison

Comparing the two biggest tours for women, the LPGA Tour and the Ladies European Tour, to their male counterparts is a bottomless pit. Last weekend, the Amundi German Masters on the Ladies European Tour and the Mizuho Americas Open on the LPGA Tour were two normal regular-season tournaments. While Alexandra Försterling received 45,000 euros for her home win, Nelly Korda received the equivalent of almost 414,500 euros for her victory at the Mizuho Americas Open. Sophia Popov received almost as much as Alexandra Försterling for her tied 14th place on the LPGA Tour with around 37,000 euros. The last-placed players of those who made the cut on the Ladies European Tour received €810. By comparison, the last-placed golfers from the weekend on the LPGA Tour received €7,600. This example shows that there is a huge gap even within women’s golf and not to begin the comparison between men and women in golf.

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DP World Tour Tee Times: Luke Donald and Others at Soudal Open

The Soudal Open, part of the DP World Tour, will take place at Rinkven International Golf Club in Antwerp, Belgium. The tournament will run from Thursday to Sunday, with a total prize pool of $2,500,000. Simon Forsström is the defending champion, and the course is set at Par 71.

DP World Tour Tee Times for British Players

Matthew Jordan, from England, will tee off in the first round on Thursday at 07:40 AM from the 10th tee, paired with Kiradech Aphibarnrat of Thailand and Lev Grinberg. For the second round on Friday, their tee time is at 12:40 PM from the 1st tee.

Daniel Gavins, also representing England, will start his first round on Thursday at 07:50 AM from the 1st tee. He will be joined by Jeong Weon Ko of France and James Meyer De Beco. Their second round will commence on Friday at 12:50 PM from the 10th tee.

James Morrison from England will begin his first round on Thursday at 08:20 AM from the 1st tee. He will be playing alongside Fabrizio Zanotti from Paraguay and Hurly Long from Germany. The second round for this group is scheduled for Friday at 13:20 PM from the 10th tee.

Jack Davidson from Wales will tee off in the first round on Thursday at 08:50 AM from the 1st tee, accompanied by Adrien Saddier from France and Filippo Celli from Italy. Their second round starts on Friday at 13:50 PM from the 10th tee.

Laurie Canter and Dale Whitnell, both from England, will start their first round together on Thursday at 09:00 AM from the 10th tee. Jeff Winther from Denmark completes their trio, with the second-round tee time set for Friday at 14:00 PM from the 1st tee.

Jamie Donaldson from Wales will begin his first round on Thursday at 12:30 PM from the 10th tee. He will be paired with Christopher Mivis of Belgium and Jaco Prinsloo of South Africa. Their second round will be on Friday at 07:30 AM from the 1st tee.

Stephen Gallacher from Scotland will start his first round on Thursday at 12:40 PM from the 10th tee. He will be joined by Marcus Armitage from England and Manuel Elvira from Spain. Their second-round tee time is on Friday at 07:40 AM from the 1st tee.

Scott Jamieson from Scotland will tee off in the first round on Thursday at 12:50 PM from the 10th tee. Matthew Baldwin from England and Brandon Stone from South Africa will be his playing partners. The second round for this group is set for Friday at 07:50 AM from the 1st tee.

Connor Syme from Scotland will start his first round on Thursday at 13:00 PM from the 1st tee. He will play alongside Luke Donald from England and Sam Bairstow, also from England. Their second round will begin on Friday at 08:00 AM from the 10th tee.

David Law, another Scottish player, will begin his first round on Thursday at 13:00 PM from the 10th tee. He is grouped with Alexander Levy from France and Marcus Helligkilde from Denmark for both rounds, with the second-round tee time on Friday at 08:00 AM from the 1st tee.

Grant Forrest from Scotland will start his first round on Thursday at 13:20 PM from the 10th tee. He will be accompanied by Matthew Southgate from England and Marcel Schneider from Germany. Their second round is on Friday at 08:20 AM from the 1st tee.

Richie Ramsay from Scotland will commence his first round on Thursday at 13:30 PM from the 1st tee. Johannes Veerman of the USA and Antoine Rozner of France will join him. Their second-round tee time is on Friday at 08:30 AM from the 10th tee.

Stuart Manley from Wales will begin his first round on Thursday at 13:30 PM from the 10th tee, paired with Nicolo Galletti and Leopold Isserentant. Their second round starts on Friday at 08:30 AM from the 1st tee.

Calum Hill from Scotland will tee off in the first round on Thursday at 14:20 PM from the 1st tee. He will be playing alongside Daniel Brown from England and Sean Crocker from the USA. Their second round is scheduled for Friday at 09:20 AM from the 10th tee.

Rhys Enoch from Wales will start his first round on Thursday at 14:30 PM from the 10th tee. His playing partners are Alfredo Garcia-Heredia from Spain and Nicolai von Dellingshausen from Germany. The second round will be on Friday at 09:30 AM from the 1st tee.

Here’s the detailed HTML table for tee times:

Player Nationality Round Tee Time Start Tee Mitspieler
Matthew Jordan England 1 07:40 10 Kiradech Aphibarnrat, Thailand; Lev Grinberg
Daniel Gavins England 1 07:50 1 Jeong Weon Ko, France; James Meyer De Beco
James Morrison England 1 08:20 1 Fabrizio Zanotti, Paraguay; Hurly Long, Germany
Jack Davidson Wales 1 08:50 1 Adrien Saddier, France; Filippo Celli, Italy
Laurie Canter England 1 09:00 10 Jeff Winther, Denmark; Dale Whitnell, England
Jamie Donaldson Wales 1 12:30 10 Christopher Mivis, Belgium; Jaco Prinsloo, South Africa
Stephen Gallacher Scotland 1 12:40 10 Marcus Armitage, England; Manuel Elvira, Spain
Scott Jamieson Scotland 1 12:50 10 Matthew Baldwin, England; Brandon Stone, South Africa
Connor Syme Scotland 1 13:00 1 Luke Donald, England; Sam Bairstow, England
David Law Scotland 1 13:00 10 Alexander Levy, France; Marcus Helligkilde, Denmark
Grant Forrest Scotland 1 13:20 10 Matthew Southgate, England; Marcel Schneider, Germany
Richie Ramsay Scotland 1 13:30 1 Johannes Veerman, USA; Antoine Rozner, France
Stuart Manley Wales 1 13:30 10 Nicolo Galletti; Leopold Isserentant
Calum Hill Scotland 1 14:20 1 Daniel Brown, England; Sean Crocker, USA
Rhys Enoch Wales 1 14:30 10 Alfredo Garcia-Heredia, Spain; Nicolai von Dellingshausen, Germany
Matthew Jordan England 2 12:40 1 Kiradech Aphibarnrat, Thailand; Lev Grinberg
Daniel Gavins England 2 12:50 10 Jeong Weon Ko, France; James Meyer De Beco
James Morrison England 2 13:20 10 Fabrizio Zanotti, Paraguay; Hurly Long, Germany
Jack Davidson Wales 2 13:50 10 Adrien Saddier, France; Filippo Celli, Italy
Laurie Canter England 2 14:00 10 Jeff Winther, Denmark; Dale Whitnell, England
Jamie Donaldson Wales 2 07:30 1 Christopher Mivis, Belgium; Jaco Prinsloo, South Africa
Stephen Gallacher Scotland 2 07:40 1 Marcus Armitage, England; Manuel Elvira, Spain
Scott Jamieson Scotland 2 07:50 1 Matthew Baldwin, England; Brandon Stone, South Africa
Connor Syme Scotland 2 08:00 10 Luke Donald, England; Sam Bairstow, England
David Law Scotland 2 08:00 1 Alexander Levy, France; Marcus Helligkilde, Denmark
Grant Forrest Scotland 2 08:20 1 Matthew Southgate, England; Marcel Schneider, Germany
Richie Ramsay Scotland 2 08:30 10 Johannes Veerman, USA; Antoine Rozner, France
Stuart Manley Wales 2 08:30 1 Nicolo Galletti; Leopold Isserentant
Calum Hill Scotland 2 09:20 10 Daniel Brown, England; Sean Crocker, USA
Rhys Enoch Wales 2 09:30 1 Alfredo Garcia-Heredia, Spain; Nicolai von Dellingshausen, Germany

The DP World Tour Tee Times showcase an array of talent, setting the stage for an exciting Soudal Open.

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OGIO Serves Up Limited-Edition Tequila Golf Bag

OGIO Europe has unveiled its limited-edition signature design for 2024, the eye-catching tequila-themed Agave Ahora golf bag range, just in time for the next happy hour.

Inspired by the agave plant used to create the popular spirit, the collection serves up a fun-filled print of agave flowers and tequila glasses, accompanied by a slice of lime and cube of ice.

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The new Design Highlight in the OGIO Golf Bag Range

Continuing to shake up the golf bag market, the white and green design is the latest bold, stand-out marquee colourway produced by OGIO and is available on three of the brand’s much-loved golf bags.

Launching for the first time in Europe at the start of this year, the Fuse Stand Bag – now available in six colourways following the launch of the Agave Ahora collection – is designed as a lightweight, bold and functional carry option for golfers of all ages and abilities. All Fuse bags come with a four-way full length divider top for traditional organisation of clubs and six front facing pockets, including a rapid snap access pocket.

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Featuring OGIO’s unique silencer technology, a premium 15-way moulded top that delivers a more efficient way of organising sets by easily locking each club into place to prevent noisy rattling and damage, the All Elements Silencer Cart Bag is available to buy in the Agave Ahora design, while the All Elements Woodē Hybrid Bag – a full waterproof bag featuring an eight-way top – is also available in the design.

Michael Birch: “We Have Always Looked to Push the Boundaries”

Michael Birch, head of OGIO, said: “At OGIO, we have always looked to push the boundaries when it comes to creating something different and distinctive in a crowded marketplace.

“Our limited-edition Agave Ahora design is a great example of that, and if pre-sales are anything to go by, this promises to be one of the most popular golf products in the history of our business.”

The latest OGIO range hits the market just a month after the release of its first premium synthetic golf bag, the OGIO SHADOW.

Taking inspiration from the aerodynamic lines and meticulously crafted details of a luxury sports car, the SHADOW is the latest addition to OGIO’s industry-defining portfolio. The bag combines modern design with a timeless aesthetic, including a perforated hip pad for maximum carrying comfort and a magnetic pocket for accessories.

Founded in 1987, OGIO has become well established with its inventive designs and technologically advanced personal storage products – making them a vital cog in the wheel across a wide variety of sports.

Text: OGIO

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Scottie Scheffler’s Court Date Postponed Following Arrest

Scottie Scheffler’s court date, initially set for May 21st, has been postponed to June 3rd, according to his attorney Steve Romines, who informed the Golf Channel. Scheffler, currently the world’s number one golfer and this year’s US Masters champion, was arrested last Friday before the second round of the 2024 PGA Championship on multiple charges, including aggravated assault on a police officer.

Romines stated that Scheffler will plead not guilty to all charges. “I’ve been defending criminal cases for 30 years and have learned to never be surprised,” Romines commented, adding, “whoever reported [the charges] were going to be dismissed was not accurate.”

What Happened During Scottie Scheffler’s Arrest?

According to the police report, the incident occurred when Scottie Scheffler tried to escape a traffic jam that build because of a deadly accident friday morning. Detective Bryan Gillis stopped him and gave instructions that Scheffler refused to follow. Scheffler then accelerated, causing Det. Gillis to fall to the ground. Scheffler described the incident as a “big misunderstanding” and expressed confidence that the situation would be resolved.

In addition to aggravated assault, Scottie Scheffler was also charged with three other misdemeanors: vandalism, reckless driving, and disregarding an officer’s signals. He was booked into the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections and released at 8:40 AM, allowing him to return in time for his second round at Valhalla.

Scottie Scheffler’s Performance at the PGA Championship Despite Arrest

Scottie Scheffler entered the week as a favorite, having won the US Masters and claimed his fourth PGA Tour victory in five starts at the RBC Heritage. Despite the arrest and tumultuous circumstances, Scheffler managed to finish in a tie for eighth place. “On the course I have always been proud of my toughness out there,” Scheffler told CBS. “I try to keep the off course as quiet as possible and this week was obviously not that way, but I’m proud of the way we competed and posted a decent finish running on fumes.”

Despite the ongoing legal issues, Scottie Scheffler plans to participate in the Charles Schwab Challenge of the PGA Tour in Fort Worth, Texas.

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OWGR: Xander Schauffele Passes Rory McIlroy in World Golf Ranking

The most recent update of the World Golf Ranking highlights the performances and positions of golfers at the top of the international scene. Scottie Scheffler remains the highest-ranked American player, holding onto the number one position. Xander Schauffele follows Scheffler closely, securing the second position this week, up from third place following his win at the PGA Championship 2024. while Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland has moved from second to third. These top three contenders showcase the competitive nature and shifting dynamics at the highest level of professional golf.

World Golf Ranking: Top 5 Americans

Wyndham Clark holds onto the fourth position in the World Golf Ranking, showing no change from the previous week’s ranking. Meanwhile, Collin Morikawa has made a significant leap with T4 at Valhalla Golf Club, moving from 13th to 9th place, reflecting a rapid rise in the ranks and positioning himself among the world’s elite golfers. Max Homa has seen a slight decline, dropping from 9th to 10th position but still maintains his place within the top 10.

World Golf Ranking Positions 4 to 10

Focusing on international players in the World Golf Ranking, Viktor Hovland of Norway has advanced from 7th to 5th place, showcasing a positive trend. Ludvig Åberg from Sweden remains in 6th position, while Jon Rahm from Spain has dropped from 5th to 7th place. Patrick Cantlay remains constant in the 8th spot. Collin Morikawa’s leap to 9th place, as mentioned earlier, and Max Homa’s slight drop to 10th complete the top 10.

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WITB: Xander Schauffele’s Equipment for the PGA Championship 2024

It was a thrilling competition, but in the end Xander Schauffele won the 2024 PGA Championship under his own steam and with it his first major victory. With seven PGA Tour victories and six top five finishes in major tournaments, he was considered one of the best golfers without a major title – until now.

Xander Schauffele wins the 2024 PGA Championship

Even though it’s been two years since his last victory, it was his mental assertiveness that carried Xander Schauffele all the way to his major win. Especially with Bryson DeChambeau and Viktor Hovland breathing down his neck, the 30-year-old was aware that he had to play his game patiently. Even though he did not reach his target of 22 under par, 21 under par was enough for him to win and set the all-time record for the lowest major score. He relied mainly on Callaway for this performance.

WITB Xander Schauffele – The Equipment for the PGA Championship 2024

In his bag he has the latest Paradym AI Smoke Driver in the Triple Diamond edition. This has a neutral to fade-orientated clubface, which is aimed particularly at low handicappers and tour pros. It offers good handling from the tee, which should ensure a high ball launch and low spin. Schauffele also uses the same Triple Diamond model among the fairway woods for golfers with a higher swing speed who are looking for precise ball control and a penetrating, low-spin ball flight. A Callaway Apex Utility Wood bridges the gap to the Callaway Apex TCB irons. In doing so, he seems to favour the 21′ version of the UW over the newer 2023 version. In addition to a Callaway JAWS Raw (52°), Schauffele complements his bag with Vokey SM 10 wedges (56°, 60°) from Titleist. His Odyssey Las Vegas putter is a prototype.

Xander Schauffele’s Bag

Driver: Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond (10.5 degrees @10.1)
3-wood:
 Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond (15 degrees)

Hybrid: Callaway Apex UW (21 degrees)

Irons: Callaway Apex TCB (4-PW)

Wedges: Callaway JAWS Raw (52 degrees)

Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (56, 60 degrees)

Putter: Odyssey Las Vegas prototype

Ball: Callaway Chrome Tour

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Watch: Bryson DeChambeau Yells at Ball Thief

Bryson DeChambeau was fully focussed in the final round of the 2024 PGA Championship, which was obvious to anyone watching. Nevertheless, he took the time to intervene when an injustice unfolded before his eyes. On the long walk from hole 9 to the tenth tee, the 2020 US Open winner threw his ball to a young boy. An adult man caught the ball in flight and tried to make off with the souvenir, but DeChambeau yelled at him to come back and told him to give the ball to the boy for whom the gift was intended.

PGA Championship 2024: Bryson DeChambeau orders ball thief back

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Watch: Highlights from round 4 of the PGA Championship

The PGA Championship took place at the Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky, USA. The event witnessed intense competition during its fourth and final round. The leaderboard was highlighted by significant performances, with Xander Schauffele leading the pack. Schauffele secured the top position with a total score of 263, equivalent to 21-under par. Following closely was Bryson DeChambeau, who finished in second place with a total score of 264, one stroke behind Schauffele, and 20-under par.

In third place, Viktor Hovland from Norway recorded a total score of 266, which equated to 18-under par. Tied for fourth place were Thomas Detry from Belgium and Collin Morikawa from the USA, both finishing with a total score of 269, equivalent to 15-under par.

Regarding the best daily scores of the final round, Bryson DeChambeau achieved the day’s best with a daily score of 7-under par. Both Xander Schauffele and Billy Horschel followed with impressive daily scores of 6-under par, putting them among the standout performers of the day.

The PGA Championship featured an impressive purse, rewarding the top performers for their efforts.

PGA Championship: The PGA Tour round 4 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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Watch: Ladies European Tour highlights from round 4 of the Amundi German Masters

The Amundi German Masters, part of the Ladies European Tour, has concluded its fourth and final round at the Golf & Country Club Seddiner See in Michendorf, Germany. This prestigious tournament, featuring a prize fund of €300,000, showcased notable performances from top competitors.

Tied for the first position were Alexandra Forsterling of Germany and Emma Spitz of Austria, both scoring a total of 276 and achieving a total score of -12. Forsterling’s daily score for the final round was -2, while Spitz recorded -1. Forsterlin went on to defeat Spitz in a playoff.Gabriella Cowley from England secured the third position with a total score of -10 and a cumulative score of 278.

The fourth position was a tie between Germany’s Laura Fuenfstueck and Australia’s Kirsten Rudgeley, both posting a total score of 280 and a total score of -8.

Focusing on the best performances of the day, Laura Fuenfstueck registered the lowest daily score of -8.

This collection of highlights captures the critical moments and top performances from the tournament, encapsulating the excitement and skill displayed by the competitors during the Amundi German Masters. Enjoy the Ladies European Tour Highlights and the Amundi German Masters Highlights in our video compilation, showcasing the defining moments of this event.

Amundi German Masters: The Ladies European Tour round 4 highlights

About the Ladies European Tour

The Ladies European Tour is the leading professional golf tournament series for women in Europe. It is the European counterpart to the LPGA Tour (Ladies Professional Golf Association), which mainly takes place in the USA. The LET offers talented female golfers the opportunity to compete at a high level and serves as a platform for players to make a name for themselves internationally.
The tour includes a variety of tournaments in different European countries as well as outside of Europe. This international presence allows players to prove themselves on different courses and in different competitive conditions. For many players, the LET is an important step in their career.