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DP World Tour Tee Times: Two US-Players in one flight

Julian Suri and John Catlin will start together on the DP World Tour in Kenya. The Tee Times for the US-Players. (Source: Getty)
Julian Suri and John Catlin will start together on the DP World Tour in Kenya. The Tee Times for the US-Players. (Source: Getty)

The European Tour continues its journey, with an exciting stop in Nairobi, Kenya. The upcoming event, the Magical Kenya Open, will be at the Muthaiga Golf Club. This par-71 course will test the skills of all participating players. The tournament, which commands a $2,500,000 prize pool, will serve as the battlefield for the title defended by Jorge Campillo.

All Tee Times for the Magical Kenya Open

European Tour Tee Times: Spotlight on American Participants

Julian Suri, from the USA, sets off at 08:50 for his first round alongside John Axelsen from Denmark, and his compatriot John Catlin. The trio transforms for the second round when they are set to tee off at 13:40.

With Nicolo Galletti, Braden Thornberry, James Nicholas and Jordan Gumberg there are three more american starters in Kenya. Galletti starts his first round at 07:30 (Second round: 12:20) while Thornberry and Nicholas both start at 09:10. (Second round: 14:00) Gumberg is the last of the americans and is going to start at 13:40 (Second round: 08:50)

Remember to follow the tournament and support your favorite golfers as they pit against each other, demonstrating their high-end golfing skills and strategic prowess.

(This text was created with the help of AI)

(All times are local kenyan times)

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DP World Tour Tee Times: Plenty of UK Players in Kenya

The Tee Times for the UK players at the DP World Tour event in Kenya. (Source: Getty)
The Tee Times for the UK players at the DP World Tour event in Kenya. (Source: Getty)

Stay updated on the DP World Tour Tee Times, as we highlight the schedule for British, Welsh, and Scottish players at the Magical Kenya Open. On the picturesque greens of Muthaiga Golf Club in Nairobi, Kenya, the Magical Kenya Open is all set for a striking launch. The tournament, a part of the revered European Tour, enjoys a total prize money of $2,500,000. This par 71 event stands as a significant opportunity for golfers to up their game and clinch victory. Jorge Campillo, the defending champion, will undoubtedly be feeling the pressure of repeating history.

All Tee Times for the Magical Kenya Open

Quick Peek into Magical Kenya Open: DP World Tour Tee Times

Starting off with British prodigy Sam Hutsby and his playing partners comprising of Lucas Vacarisas (ESP) and Isaac Ogolla Makokha (KEN). This triad has their first round tee time scheduled for 07:20 on Thursday, while their second round begins at 12:10 on Friday.

Steven Brown from England enters the course with Alexander Levy (FRA) and Deon Germishuys (RSA) with their tee times set for 07:50 for round 1 and 12:40 for the second round.

For Eddie Pepperell, another English contender, the tee time for the first round is marked at 07:50 with Dismas Indiza Anyonyi (KEN) and Aaron Cockerill (CAN), and 12:40 for round 2.

Matthew Jordan (ENG) shares his journey with Lauri Ruuska (FIN) and Daniel Nduva (KEN) for whom the first round tees off at 08:00, followed by the second round at 12:50.

The Scottish golfer, Connor Syme, with a tee time of 08:00 for the first round, will be gracing the greens with Frederic Lacroix (FRA) and Hurly Long (GER) and their second round begins at 12:50.

The event’s tee time of 08:10 for the first round will witness participation from Daniel Young of Scotland; they play alongside Nicolai von Dellingshausen (GER) and Thomas Aiken (RSA). Their second round is scheduled for 13:00 on Friday.

Featuring another English golfer, Gary Boyd, who shares his rounds with Justin Walters (RSA) and Benjamin Follet-smith (ZIM). Their first round begins at 08:20 and the second at 13:10.

Andy Sullivan from England kickstarts his journey with Edoardo Molinari (ITA) and Julien Brun (FRA), with a first-round tee time at 08:30 and the second at 13:20.

The trio of John Parry (ENG), Dylan Mostert (RSA), and Philipp Katich (GER) embarks on their play at 08:40 in the first round and 13:30 in the second.

Sense the excitement with Andrew Wilson from England, John Lejirma, and Visitor Mapwanya, as they start off at 08:50 for the first round and 13:40 in the next.

Marc Warren from Scotland lights up the course with Joel Moscatel (ESP) and Braden Thornberry at 09:10 in round 1 and 14:00 in round 2.

English golfer, Garrick Porteous, joins Daan Huizing (NED) and James Nicholas at 09:10 for their tee time in the first round and 14:00 in the second.

(The text was created with the help of AI)

(All times are local times for Kenya)

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Aaron Rai Returns to ‘Second Home’ for the Magical Kenya Open

Rai describes his 2017 Challenge Tour win in Karen as his fondest memory of a win (Image: Getty)

Aaron Rai returns to the scene of an emotional victory and one of his career highlights at this week’s Magical Kenya Open presented by Johnnie Walker, an event which he won on the Challenge Tour in 2017 in front of his Kenyan-born mother and jubilant crowds.

The Englishman has a special connection to this week’s venue Karen Country Club, where he triumphed four years ago:

It feels like a home away from home here, my mum was born here and my sister lives here in Karen now. It very much has a home feel for me, it’s always going to be a special place with the memories I’ve had here down the years – I don’t think that’s something I’ll ever forget so I think any time that I’m here to play golf or here full stop is a blessing.

It was his first of three Challenge Tour victories, and the win came on Mothers’ Day as his own mother watched on proudly, having returned to her birthplace for the first time since leaving as a teenager. Additionally, Rai’s sister now calls Karen, the neighbourhood in the outskirts of Nairobi which hosts this week’s event, her home.

While the crowds will not be there to support him this week, Rai is feeling confident that his connections to the club, and the country, can give him a timely boost.

Guido Migliozzi of Italy defends his title this week, two years after winning his first of two titles in the 2019 season at Karen Country Club – the event was cancelled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Darren Fichardt will reach a notable milestone on his home continent as the South African makes his 400th European Tour event, while Englishman Sam Horsfield – a two-time winner in the 2020 Race to Dubai – returns to action for his first appearance of 2021 after an injury lay-off.

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European Tour: Official Statement Released Regarding Coronavirus and Magical Kenya Open

European Tour officials released a statement today surrounding the recent outbreak of coronavirus and the decision by the Kenyan government to postpone the Magical Kenya Open due to the threat of the virus.

European Tour: Officials release statement about the postponement of the Magical Kenya Open

“Due to the threat posed by the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), the Government of Kenya has this morning advised of their decision to postpone all meetings and conferences in the country of an international nature, a suspension which will be reviewed in a month’s time.This means the Magical Kenya Open Presented by Absa on the European Tour, scheduled for the Karen Country Club in Nairobi next week from March 12-15, will now not take place.Keith Pelley, Chief Executive of the European Tour said: “We understand and totally respect the decision made by the Government of Kenya in these difficult times.“We are looking into the possibility of rescheduling the tournament at some point later in the season, but that remains simply a possibility right now – we have no definitive plans at this stage.“I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank President Uhuru Kenyatta and the Kenyan Government for their unwavering support, alongside Kenya Open Golf Limited Chairman Peter Kanyago and Tournament Director Patrick Obath for their strenuous efforts and commitment. We look forward to returning to Kenya in due course.”

March 6, 2020

European Tour Communications, Surrey, United Kingdom