6th November 2025 | Alps Tour Golf
Top Competitors Advance from Three First Stage Venues to the 2025 Q-School Finals
Italy, November 6th, 2025– The First Stage of the 2025 Qualifying School concluded today in Italy, where competitors at Golf Club Le Fonti, Conero Golf Club, and Golf Il Cerreto di Miglianico fought hard to qualify for the next stage. The top 30 players from G.C. Le Fonti, the top 23 from Conero G.C., and the top 33 from Golf Il Cerreto di Miglianico have now secured their promotion into the Finals.
The players who qualified from the Stage 1 events held the past two days at Golf Club Le Fonti, Conero Golf Club, and Golf Il Cerreto di Miglianico gained access to the Final Stage of Alps Tour Q-School, which will take place at Golf Nazionale and Terre dei Consoli Golf Club in Northern Rome from November 12th-14th. The best-ranked players at the conclusion of next week’s event will earn playing status for the 2026 season.
Stage 1 Qualifier at Golf Club Le Fonti
At Golf Club Le Fonti, Fiorino Clerici from Switzerland, who was tied for fourth place after the opening round, finished the 2025 Alps Tour Qualifying School Stage 1 Qualifier at the top of the leaderboard with a two-day total of 4-under-par (138). Just one shot behind, Irish amateur Sam Murphy secured second place at 3-under-par, while Vasco Alves of Portugal claimed third place with a 2-under-par total. Valentin Wittgruber from Austria and George Ash from England shared fourth place, both finishing at 1-under-par.
After today’s round, the top 30 players in the final leaderboard earned their spot in the field of next week’s Alps Tour Q-School Final Stage.
As there was a tie for the last available spot and the 3 alternates, a playoff occurred to determine who would qualify. After the playoff, Ivan Striganov earned the last available spot in the 2025 Alps Tour Q-School Finals field. The three alternates are: Alessandro Giovannini from Italy, who is the 1st alternate, Alberto Brunelli from Italy, who is the 4thalternate, and Quentin Chavaz from Switzerland, who is the 7th alternate.
Stage 1 Qualifier at Conero Golf Club
At Conero Golf Club, Spain’s Alvaro Morales, who took the lead after Round 1, concluded the tournament in first place with a two-day total of 9-under-par. In second place was Germany’s Felix Krammer at 8-under-par, followed by Italian amateur Tommaso Ajolfi, who finished third with a total score of 6-under-par. Spain’s Alberto Dominguez claimed fourth place at 4-under-par, while France’s Nicolas Calvet and Austrian amateur Jakob Lehner shared fifth place with matching scores of 3-under-par.
At the end of today’s round, the top 23 players in the final standings earned a spot in next week’s Q-School Final Stage, where they will try and earn their playing status for the 2026 season.
A three-player playoff was required at Conero Golf Club following the conclusion of Round 2 to determine the three alternate positions. Spain’s Nicolas Moreno Lopez secured the third alternate spot, France’s Mathieu François-Mir earned the sixth alternate position, and Thomas Artigas of Spain claimed the ninth alternate place.
Stage 1 Qualifier at Golf Il Cerreto di Miglianico
Italian amateur Eugenio Bernardi extended his lead to finish the Stage 1 Qualifier in first place with a two-day total of 11-under-par. In second place was fellow Italian amateur Alessandro Ravizza, who finished at 8-under-par, followed by Maxime Palenik of Belgium in third place with a 3-under-par total. Another Italian amateur, Alessio Battista, concluded the tournament in fourth place with a total of 2-under-par.
At the conclusion of the final round, the top-ranked 33 players in the overall leaderboard qualified for the Qualifying School Final Stage that will be played next week in Northern Rome.
The battle for the three alternate positions extended to a playoff ahead of next week’s Final Stage. France’s Noah Ruperto secured the second alternate spot, his compatriot Thomas Pesin claimed the fifth alternate position, and Jonathan Jean-Noel, also from France, earned the eighth alternate place.
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5th November 2025 | Alps Tour Golf
The Pursuit of a 2026 Alps Tour playing category is underway.
Italy, November 5th, 2025– A total of 181 players are competing across three venues in Italy for 86 spots that will grant access to next week’s 2025 Alps Tour Qualifying School Final Stage.
During next week’s event, players will have the opportunity to secure playing status for the 2026 season. The Final Stage of the Qualifying School will be contested at Golf Nazionale and Terre dei Consoli Golf Club, located in northern Rome, from November 12th – 14th.
The Alps Tour would like to thank Golf Club Le Fonti, Conero Golf Club, and Golf Il Cerreto di Miglianico for their kind hospitality and for the exceptional work done in preparing their courses for this week’s Stage 1 competitions.
This week, players are competing at Golf Club Le Fonti, Conero Golf Club, and Golf Il Cerreto di Miglianico. At the first venue, Golf Club Le Fonti, there are 64 players in the field and 30 spots available; at Conero Golf Club, there are 48 players in the field and 23 spots available to qualify; and at Golf Il Cerreto di Miglianico, 69 players are competing with 33 spots to be promoted into the Qualifying School Finals.
Stage 1 Qualifier at Golf Club Le Fonti
After the opening round of the Stage 1 Qualifier currently being held at Golf Club Le Fonti, Irish amateur Sam Murphy and French amateur Martin Frerot share the lead with a first-round score of 3-under-par 68. In second place at 2-under-par is Dean Netzel from the United States of America. There is a four-way tie for fourth place at 1-under-par that includes: Fiorino Clerici from Switzerland, French amateur Thomas Delmas, Valentin Wittgruber from Austria, and Vasco Alves from Portugal.
Tomorrow’s round, starting at 8:00 a.m. local time, will determine the 30 players who advance to next week’s Alps Tour Q-School Final Stage.
Stage 1 Qualifier at Conero Golf Club
At Conero Golf Club, Spain’s Alvaro Morales took the early lead in the Stage 1 Qualifier with a 4-under-par 67. His fellow countryman Alberto Dominguez follows closely at 3-under-par, while amateur Vladimir Orlov and Italian amateur Tommaso Ajolfi are tied for third place at 2-under-par. French amateur Enzo Desgranges completes the top five, with a first-round score of 1 under par.
After tomorrow’s final round, the top 23 players will advance to next week’s event. Play is scheduled to begin at 8:15 a.m. local time.
Stage 1 Qualifier at Golf Il Cerreto di Miglianico
Following Round 1 of the Stage 1 Qualifier at Golf Il Cerreto di Miglianico, Italian amateur Eugenio Bernardi leads with a 5-under-par 65. Italy’s Nicolo’ Severa is in second place at 4-under-par, while French amateur Alexandre Bauduin, Irish amateur Stephen Grant, Spanish amateur Alex Verges Vila, and Italian amateur Alessandro Ravizza are tied for third place at 3-under-par.
Following the completion of tomorrow’s final round, the top 33 players will progress to the Final Stage of the 2025 Alps Tour Qualifying School, where they will compete for the opportunity to earn playing status for the 2026 season.
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3rd November 2025 | Alps Tour Golf
18th October 2025 | Alps Tour Golf
Spain’s Asier Aguirre Izcue wins the 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final.
Sutri, October 18th, 2025 – The 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final delivered a thrilling conclusion to the season, with Spain’s Asier Aguirre Izcue capturing the title after a sudden-death playoff against compatriot Javier Barcos after both players finished tied at 13-under-par. Aguirre Izcue delivered a flawless final round, shooting a bogey-free round to force the playoff and secure his second win of the season in impressive fashion. The final event, held at Golf Nazionale, showcased high-level competition, emotional finishes, and a fitting end to an exciting Alps Tour season.
Spain’s Javier Barcos wins the 2025 Alps Tour Order of Merit with 38,698.59 points and secures himself one of the five sought-after 2026 HotelPlanner Tour cards that were up for grabs this season. Alongside Barcos, Italy’s Jacopo Vecchi Fossa with 32,570.48 points, Asier Aguirre Izcue from Spain with 30,772.41 points, France’s Quentin Debovewith 28,093.03 points, and Ireland’s Ronan Mullarney with 23,305.79 points earned the remaining 4 cards that will give each of them access to the 2026 HotelPlanner Tour with category 12b.
The winner’s trophy that was handed to Asier Aguirre Izcue was designed and created by artist and designer Roberta Verteramo.
Final Round Player Quotes
Asier Aguirre Izcue, 26, from Spain, emerged victorious at the 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final after a dramatic sudden-death playoff against fellow Spaniard Javier Barcos. Both players finished the three tournament rounds tied at 13-under-par. Aguirre Izcue began the final round tied for 5th place but delivered a flawless, bogey-free performance, shooting a 6-under-par 66 to force the playoff. He carded birdies on holes 6 and 7 before making the turn, and continued his momentum with clutch birdies on 11, 14, 16, and 18. The win marks Aguirre Izcue’s second title of the season, earning him 9,500 Order of Merit points and a winner’s check of €10,000. Following his playoff triumph, Aguirre Izcue was visibly emotional, reflecting the significance of the win, “I’m very happy right now, it’s awesome,” he said. “It was incredible to compete with my friend Javier in the playoff. I didn’t look at the leaderboard all day, and when I finished, I saw there were two players at -13. I thought I might have a chance for a playoff, and it was a real pleasure to go up against Javier, who’s a very good friend of mine. Today, I came out on top, maybe next time it’ll be his turn.” Aguirre Izcue also spoke about the importance of finishing the season on a high note: “I’m proud of myself. I knew that to have a chance at earning one of the cards, I needed to finish strong. I was second last week and won today; it’s very rewarding to see the hard work pay off. ” Reflecting on his journey, he added: “I’ve been on the Alps Tour for the past three seasons, and it’s helped me grow tremendously, both as a player and as a person. It pushes you to keep improving, and each season becomes more competitive. I’m really looking forward to what’s next and wish all the players on the Alps Tour the best.”
Spain’s Javier Barcos, 23, has officially clinched the top spot in the 2025 Alps Tour Order of Merit, earning one of the coveted 2026 HotelPlanner Tour cards. Barcos had an outstanding season, highlighted by victories at the New Giza Open and the Longwy Alps Open, and maintained his lead in the rankings from mid-season onward. He capped off his impressive year with a runner-up finish at the Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final, narrowly missing out on the title after a sudden-death playoff against fellow Spaniard Asier Aguirre Izcue. “Today was great, being in contention is always super nice,” said Barcos. “It’s all the adrenaline you feel, that’s what we play for.” Reflecting on his season, Barcos shared his satisfaction in achieving more than he set out to do: “2025 was a great year and a great season. Winning the Order of Merit was the main goal — actually, my original goal was just to finish in the Top 5, so to win it is a little extra. I’m very happy.” He also praised the impact of the tour on his growth, both on and off the course: “The Alps Tour is just incredible, the players, the staff, everyone is super nice. We’ve had a lot of Spanish players too, which has helped me grow both as a player and as a person.” Despite the strong finish, Barcos admitted there’s still more he hopes to accomplish, “I was trying to win a third title for a while. I came pretty close these past few weeks, and especially today, I felt like I played well enough to win, but let it slip a little at the end. It leaves me hungry for more.” Sharing a final thought on the emotional playoff battle with Aguirre Izcue, he added: “Battling in the last tournament of the year with Asier, who has been my friend since I started playing golf, was very special. Hopefully next season goes just as well — and we keep having fun along the way.”
The 2026 HotelPlanner Tour Cards Recipients From Left: Marco Durante – Alps Tour President, Javier Barcos, Jacopo Vecchi Fossa, Asier Aguirre Izcue, Quentin Debove, and Ronan Mullarney. Photo Credits: Alps Tour Golf / Raffaele Canepa
France’s Augustin Holé, the 2023 Alps Tour Grand Final champion, secured a solo third-place finish at this year’s edition. Holé was in contention until the very end but made a costly bogey on the 18th hole, finishing with a three-day total of 12-under-par, just one stroke shy of joining the playoff.
Asier Aguirre Izcue, winner of the 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final, earned €10,000.00 and 9,500 Order of Merit points.
Tournament Promoter
The 2025 Alps Tour Grand Final is promoted directly by the Alps Tour.
For this tournament, we are grateful to have Regione Lazio as the tournament’s title sponsor and for the support of the following official sponsors: Gamma Villa, Acqua San Benedetto, Golf 2.0 Megastore, and Twïntee.
Throughout the year, the Alps Tour Golf Association enjoys the support of the governing bodies of the founding and partner nations, the Federazione Italiana Golf, the Fédération Française de Golf, the Real Federación Española de Golf, and the Österreichischer Golf-Verband.
Alps Tour Media Contact- Alice Barbieri: [email protected]
For further information, please visit the official Alps Tour website at www.alpstourgolf.com or download the official Alps Tour Golf mobile application, available on the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android). Stay updated by following the Alps Tour on social media via Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and X.
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17th October 2025 | Alps Tour Golf
Javier Barcos Remains in the Lead at Regione Lazio Grand Final.
Sutri, October 17th, 2025 – After two rounds at the Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final, the leaderboard remains tightly packed, setting the stage for an exciting final round at Golf Nazionale. Spain’s Javier Barcos holds the outright lead with a two-day total of 12 under par. Just one stroke behind in solo second is France’s Augustin Holé, who surged into contention with a superb second-round 64. Italy’s Manfredi Manica and Ludovico Addabbo are tied for third, both sitting at 8 under par. Rounding out the top five are Spain’s Javier Calles Roman, who shot a fabulous 10 under-par round to hold the new course record at Golf Nazionale, and Asier Aguirre Izcue, who share fifth place at 7 under-par.
With the Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final nearing its thrilling conclusion, the stakes have never been higher. The season-ending event continued today with players battling for position ahead of tomorrow’s decisive final round. More than just the prestigious Grand Final title is up for grabs; the top five players in the Final Order of Merit will earn highly coveted 2026 HotelPlanner Tour category 12b cards, offering a vital step forward in their professional careers. As tension builds, every swing could shape the future of these rising stars.
Round 2 Player Quotes
Spain’s Javier Barcos, 23, a two-time winner this season and the current leader of the Alps Tour Order of Merit, continues to set the pace. After opening with a 6-under-par 66, Barcos matched that score again in round two, carding another 66 to reach a two-day total of 12-under-par and maintain a one-shot lead heading into the final round. His second round featured seven birdies on holes 4, 7, 8, 11, 12, 14, and 18, with his only mistake coming on the par-4 2nd hole, where he made bogey. Despite the pressure of leading, Barcos remained composed and focused on execution: “Today was another good day, I hit great putts and shots all around, even though I had a slow start. I was able to pick it up mid-round.” His approach remains firmly grounded in staying present and adhering to what works. “I want to remain in the present, I don’t want to think about anything else other than my golf game and what I can control. I’ll begin on hole 1, trying to do what I’ve been doing these past few days, which has obviously worked well.” Barcos also shared that he’s intentionally tuning out the leaderboard pressure. “I didn’t look at the scoreboard the whole day, I only checked it on 18 after I finished. I plan to do the same tomorrow. Maybe on holes 16 or 17, if I feel the need to make more comfortable swings, I’ll check it. Otherwise, I’ll just keep hitting good shots and doing the best I can.”
Augustin Holé, 28, from France, the 2023 Alps Tour Grand Final winner at Asolo Golf Club, surged into contention today with an impressive second-round performance at Golf Nazionale. Following an opening round of 3-under-par 69, Holé fired a superb 8-under-par 64 to climb to 2nd place on the leaderboard heading into the final day. His round featured nine birdies on holes 2, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 16, and the closing 18th hole, with his only blemish coming on the 15th hole after an errant tee shot led to a bogey. Holé began the week 19th in the Order of Merit and is aiming for a strong finish to improve his ranking and potentially claim a second Grand Final title. Reflecting on his performance, he was pleased to see his hard work paid off: “It was a great round today — 64 — it feels incredible to be in contention,” Holé said. “I’ll probably be top 3 after the round, so it makes me very happy. The past few weeks have been tough, so having a round like this makes me really satisfied with the work I’ve been doing with my team and my caddie.” He also praised the setup and playing conditions at Golf Nazionale: “It’s very nice to play on such a good golf course. Conditions are amazing, the weather is good, and the greens are excellent, probably some of the best we’ve had all year. When you’re playing well and you know the greens are this good, it’s easier to make putts.” Looking ahead to the final round, Holé remains focused and optimistic: “I’m really looking forward to tomorrow’s round. I’ve been in contention a few times this year but wasn’t able to get the win, so I’ll do my best to go for it tomorrow. There are a lot of good players out here, so it’ll be a battle, but I’m very excited about it.”
Spain’s Javier Calles Roman, 23, delivered a remarkable turnaround at Golf Nazionale today, setting a new course record with a stunning 10-under-par 62. After opening with a 3-over-par 75 yesterday, Calles Roman now sits at 7-under for the tournament and in a 2-way tie for 5th place heading into the final round. His second-round surge included birdies on holes 3, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, and 18, a testament to his precision and composure under pressure. Entering the week ranked 7th in the Order of Merit, Calles Roman is firmly in contention to climb the standings to try and secure one of the five coveted 2026 HotelPlanner Tour category 12b cards awarded to the top finishers. Following his record-breaking round, Calles Roman reflected on the key to his great round: “All parts of my game were really good, I just kept believing,” he said. “Yesterday was just as good, but the round didn’t go my way. I kept doing the same thing, and the putts started to drop. The course can give it to you and take it away.” He credited preparation and mental discipline as key components of today’s performance: “I made a really good plan with my coaches and did a really good job sticking to it today. I plan to do the same tomorrow. It was very important to stay patient and keep doing the same thing, and thanks to my sports psychologist back home, I was able to do it, and it made all the difference.”
Format & Prize Fund
The Final Round will begin at 8:30 a.m. local time from the 1st and 10th hole. The final pairing will tee off at 9:47 a.m. local time from the 1st hole.
The 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final is a 54-hole stroke-play event, 18 holes a day with no cut.
The players are competing for an overall prize fund of €55,000 and 60,000 Order of Merit points. The tournament winner will walk away with €10,000.00 and 9,500 Order of Merit points.
Tournament Promoter
The 2025 Alps Tour Grand Final is promoted directly by the Alps Tour.
For this tournament, we are grateful to have Regione Lazio as the tournament’s title sponsor and for the support of the following official sponsors: Gamma Villa, Acqua San Benedetto, Golf 2.0 Megastore, and Twïntee.
Throughout the year, the Alps Tour Golf Association enjoys the support of the governing bodies of the founding and partner nations, the Federazione Italiana Golf, the Fédération Française de Golf, the Real Federación Española de Golf, and the Österreichischer Golf-Verband.
Alps Tour Media Contact- Alice Barbieri: [email protected]
For further information, please visit the official Alps Tour website at www.alpstourgolf.com or download the official Alps Tour Golf mobile application, available on the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android). Stay updated by following the Alps Tour on social media via Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and X.
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16th October 2025 | Alps Tour Golf
Javier Barcos Takes Opening-Round Lead at Regione Lazio Grand Final.
Sutri, October 16th, 2025 – After the opening round of the Regione Lazio Grand Final, the leaderboard is tightly packed. Spain’s Javier Barcos leads with a 6-under-par round. In a closely contested tournament, there is a 3-way tie for 2nd place at 5 under-par, featuring France’s Theo Brizard, Italy’s Marco Florioli, and Ludovico Addabbo. In 5th place, Spain’s Asier Aguirre Izcue.
The season concludes this week as the top-ranked players contend for the coveted title of Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final Champion. At stake is more than just the trophy; five sought-after 2026 HotelPlanner Tour category 12b playing cards await the leading five players in the Final Order of Merit.
Round 1 Player Quotes
Spain’s Javier Barcos, 23, who is a two-time season winner and currently leads the Alps Tour Order of Merit, leads after the 1st round of the Regione Lazio Grand Final. He shot an opening round of 6 under-par,66, He gained momentum mid-round with a birdie on the 6th, an eagle on the 7th, and another birdie on the 8th hole. He added two more birdies on the 10th and 14th holes before a setback bogey on the 15th hole, ultimately finishing strong with a birdie on the par-5 18th. Reflecting on his performance, Barcos said: “Today I played really good from the tee to the green. Even though the putts didn’t drop at the beginning, I knew I had to be patient. I had a great momentum change where I went birdie, eagle, birdie, which helped me keep going.” Barcos is looking to close out the season on a high note. “It’s awesome to be in the lead after the opening round and lead the Order of Merit here at the Final,” he added. “It makes me want to come out here and show why I’m first overall. I’m very happy with how things went today, and hopefully the next two rounds will go just as well.” Having competed on this course multiple times, Barcos believes his experience played a role in his performance. “I played here last year during the Alps Tour Q-School and again last month at the HotelPlanner Tour event,” he said. “I strongly believe those extra rounds are an advantage, especially off the tees, as there are some holes where you really need to know where you can and can’t miss.”
France’s Théo Brizard, 25, holds a share of 2nd place after carding a 5-under-par 67 in the opening round. He recovered quickly from a bogey on the 1st hole, posting birdies on the 2nd, 7th, 9th, and 14th, before closing his round in style with a spectacular eagle on the par-5 18th. Brizard, who has recorded several top 10 finishes, came into the week ranked 42nd in the Order of Merit. “I began with a bogey on the 1st, but it didn’t really affect me too much,” he said. “I kept a good attitude the whole day and was really focused on my strategy. I knew that if I was able to do what I wanted, the birdies would come. I missed the cut last week at the pre-Q1 but made a lot of birdies, so it really meant a lot to me to come here and make the least number of mistakes, especially off the tees. I didn’t putt great, but made a few clutch ones that made a difference.” Looking ahead to the rest of the tournament, Brizard added, “This course is very complicated to be aggressive on, so for the next two days, I want to stay focused on my strategy. You must hit as many fairways as possible and be very respectful on the greens, as downhill putts can be very complicated. I’ll focus on having my speed dialed in as much as possible, and I look forward to competing tomorrow.”
Marco Florioli, 20, from Italy, is in a three-way tie for 2nd place with Brizard after an opening round of 5 under-par, 67. During his first round, he made 1 eagle on hole 7, 5 birdies (holes 2, 9, 11, 14, and 18), and 2 bogeys on holes 4 and 17. His best finish so far this season is a 6th place at the Memorial Giorgio Bordoni presented by Aon. Florioli, who entered this week in 38th place, is looking for a good performance this week to move up in the standings, and he made a confident start. “I’m pretty happy with today’s round. I played solid from the beginning of the day,” Florioli said. “I went into some trouble on hole 17 and 18, but I was able to recover well and finish with a chip-in on hole 18 for birdie. The course is tough; the fairways are firm, and the wind we had made it even more challenging. However, I love this course and it’s a great venue for the season finale.”
Italy’s Ludovico Addabbo, 27, joins Brizard and Florioli in a share of 2nd place after carding a 5-under-par 67 in the opening round of the Regione Lazio Grand Final. Addabbo recorded six birdies on holes 2, 5, 10, 15, 16, and 18, with his only blemish coming on the 9th hole due to a three-putt bogey. His best result this season is 4th place at the Longwy Alps Open. “I played solid golf all round and it was a good day,” said Addabbo, who began the week in 33rd position in the Order of Merit and is aiming to capitalize on his strong start at a course he knows well. “The sun is out, the course is in good condition, and the greens are fast, so it was a perfect start to the tournament. I think I hit every green today, so my long game was very solid. I gave myself a lot of chances, and knowing I need a good result this week, I’m very pleased with how I began.” Reflecting on the advantage of competing close to home, he added, “I’m a home player, I live 40 minutes from here and have played a lot of golf on this course. It’s important to know where you can and can’t miss, and how to take advantage of some specific holes.”
Format & Prize Fund
The 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final is a 54-hole stroke-play event, 18 holes a day with no cut.
The players are competing for an overall prize fund of €55,000 and 60,000 Order of Merit points. The tournament winner will walk away with €10,000.00 and 9,500 Order of Merit points.
Tournament Promoter
The 2025 Alps Tour Grand Final is promoted directly by the Alps Tour.
For this tournament, we are grateful to have Regione Lazio as the tournament’s title sponsor and for the support of the following official sponsors: Gamma Villa, Acqua San Benedetto, Golf 2.0 Megastore, and Twïntee.
Throughout the year, the Alps Tour Golf Association enjoys the support of the governing bodies of the founding and partner nations, the Federazione Italiana Golf, the Fédération Française de Golf, the Real Federación Española de Golf, and the Österreichischer Golf-Verband.
Alps Tour Media Contact- Alice Barbieri: [email protected]
For further information, please visit the official Alps Tour website at www.alpstourgolf.com or download the official Alps Tour Golf mobile application, available on the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android). Stay updated by following the Alps Tour on social media via Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and X.
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15th October 2025 | Alps Tour Golf
Flavio Michetti’s team wins the 2025 Croce Rossa Italiana Alps Tour Grand Final Pro-Am.
Sutri, October 15th, 2025 – The 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final week officially teed off this morning with the successful 2025 Croce Rossa Italiana Alps Tour Grand Final Pro-Am at Golf Nazionale, the official host venue for this week’s tournament. A total of 25 teams took to the course, enjoying ideal playing conditions and the stunning natural setting to kick off what promises to be an exciting week of golf.
Flavio Michetti and his team claimed victory in the pro-am, playing alongside amateurs Gaetano Verrigni, Luca Ghinassi, and Adriana Gorgan with a total of 42 under-par. Finishing in second place was Lucas Fallotico’s team, which included Giorgio Baiocchi, Stefania Chiari, and Antonino Lombardo with a score of 41 under-par. Rounding out the podium in third place was Jerry Ji’s team, featuring Alessandro Calicchio, Carlo Calicchio, and Giuseppe Soda who posted a 40 under-par total.
The players this week are competing to earn one of the highly acclaimed 2026 HotelPlanner Tour – category 12b playing cards that will be given out to the top 5 ranked players in the Final Order of Merit at the end of this week’s event, as well as the 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final Trophy, and assign 2026 Alps Tour Playing Categories.
The first round of the 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final begins tomorrow morning at 8:39 a.m. local time from the 1st hole.
“I wish everyone a successful week, and it will be very interesting to see these top players compete at this spectacular venue. Golf Nazionale is always a great test, and I look forward to seeing how the tournament unfolds over the coming days,” said Alessandro Pia, Deputy Director of Tour Operations and Tournament Director.
Format & Prize Fund
The 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final will be a 54-hole stroke-play event, consisting of 18 holes per day with no cut. In case of a tie for 1st place after 54 holes, a sudden-death play-off will determine the winner.
The players will compete for an overall prize fund of €55,000 and 60,000 Order of Merit points. The tournament winner will walk away with €10,000.00 and 9,500 Order of Merit points.
The Course
Golf Nazionale, one of Italy’s premier championship venues, hosts the final tournament of the 2025 season. Nestled in the picturesque region of Upper Lazio, the par-72 layout spans 6,482 meters, delivering a fitting finale to an exciting year of competition.
Distinguished as one of the most challenging and technically demanding courses in Italy, and among the toughest in Europe, it offers a true test for players of all levels. Designed by the acclaimed team of George and Jim Fazio, along with David Mezzacane, the course is set amidst ancient oak forests and blends seamlessly into the natural landscape.
Over the years, it has hosted numerous prestigious tournaments, including the 1991 World Cup, an edition of the Ladies Italian Open (LET), the 2023 Junior Ryder Cup, and the DP World Tour Q-School Stage 1. Golf Nazionale has been a constant host venue for the HotelPlanner Tour, most recently at the end of September when the Italian Challenge Open took place.
Combining strategic complexity with flawless conditioning, the course sets the stage for a thrilling conclusion to the 2025 season.
Tournament Promoter
The 2025 Alps Tour Grand Final is promoted directly by the Alps Tour.
For this tournament, we are grateful to have Regione Lazio as the tournament’s title sponsor and for the support of the following official sponsors: Gamma Villa, Acqua San Benedetto, Golf 2.0 Megastore, and Twïntee.
Throughout the year, the Alps Tour Golf Association enjoys the support of the governing bodies of the founding and partner nations, the Federazione Italiana Golf, the Fédération Française de Golf, the Real Federación Española de Golf, and the Österreichischer Golf-Verband.
Alps Tour Media Contact- Alice Barbieri: [email protected]
For further information, please visit the official Alps Tour website at www.alpstourgolf.com or download the official Alps Tour Golf mobile application, available on the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android). Stay updated by following the Alps Tour on social media via Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and X.
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13th October 2025 | Alps Tour Golf
Welcome to the 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final.
Sutri, October 13th, 2025 – After a thrilling 17-week season across some of the most scenic courses, it’s time for the final tournament of the 2025 season, the Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final, set to take place from October 16th-18th at the prestigious Golf Nazionale in Sutri, just north of Rome. This renowned venue has already hosted the Grand Final in 2019, and it is a great stage to crown the season’s best players.
Before tournament play gets underway, the Croce Rossa Italiana Pro-Am will be held on Wednesday, 15 October, featuring a shotgun start and 24 teams competing in a Best Ball aggregate-to-par format.
The top 50 professional players in the 2025 Alps Tour Order of Merit following last week’s Parma Alps Open, as well as ranked amateur members within the “Top 50” (no ties), were eligible to participate in this week’s final tournament. Eligible players must have participated in at least 5 events in 3 different countries during the season. The 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final can count as the 3rd country if the player hasn’t previously competed in Italy. There is no reserve list for this event; therefore, if a player in the Top 50 withdraws, their place will not be filled by the next player down the Order of Merit.
At the end of this week’s event, where the Final Order of Merit for the 2025 season will be determined, the top 5 players in the Alps Tour Order of Merit rank will earn a HotelPlanner Tour – category 12b playing card for the 2026 season.
“I wish to underscore the significance of the Alps Tour as a vital platform that leads to this decisive moment. The Grand Final is not only the culmination of a season filled with dedication and high-level competition, but also a crucial launching pad for players aiming to take the next step in their professional careers. It perfectly reflects the mission of the Tour: to nurture emerging talent and provide real, merit-based opportunities for advancement in the world of professional golf for our rising golf stars. I want to wish the best of luck to all participants this week,” said Marco Durante, President of the Alps Tour Golf Association.
The Field
This season, 13 different players shared the spotlight with a combined 17 tournament wins. Ten of them will tee it up this week for the season finale, including four notable two-time champions: Jacopo Vecchi Fossa, Alvaro Hernandez Cabezuela, Javier Barcos, and Andrea Romano. Joining them in the field are six additional tournament winners from this season: Luca Galliano, who triumphed at the season opener, along with Asier Aguirre Izcue, Jorge Maicas, Javier Calles Roman, Jerry Ji, and Quentin Debove.
Heading into the 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final, Spain’s Javier Barcos leads the Order of Merit with 32,698.59 points. Italy’s Jacopo Vecchi Fossa has moved into second place with 30,050.48 points, while France’s Quentin Debove sits third with 27,048.03 points. In fourth place is Ireland’s Ronan Mullarney, the 2023 Order of Merit winner, with 21,415.79 points, while Spain’s Asier Aguirre Izcue rounds out the top five with 21,272.41 points.
The most recent winner of the tournament is Italy’s Enrico Di Nitto, who claimed the title in 2024 at Golf Club Monticello. He will not be in the field this week as he is currently competing on the HotelPlanner Tour, having earned one of the five available playing cards awarded at the end of last season. He secured his spot by finishing 2nd in the 2024 Order of Merit. However, France’s Augustin Holé, the 2023 champion at Asolo Golf Club, will be competing and aiming to recapture the success of his previous victory.
The top-ranked players competing in this week’s season-ending event will be battling for the prestigious title of 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final Champion. More importantly, they will be vying for one of five coveted 2026 HotelPlanner Tour cards, awarded to the top five players in the Final Order of Merit.
Format & Prize Fund
The 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final will be a 54-hole stroke-play event, consisting of 18 holes per day with no cut. In case of a tie for 1st place after 54 holes, a sudden-death play-off will determine the winner.
The players will compete for an overall prize fund of €55,000 and 60,000 Order of Merit points. The tournament winner will walk away with €10,000.00 and 9,500 Order of Merit points.
The Course
Golf Nazionale, one of Italy’s premier championship venues, hosts the final tournament of the 2025 season. Nestled in the picturesque region of Upper Lazio, the par-72 layout spans 6,482 meters, delivering a fitting finale to an exciting year of competition.
Distinguished as one of the most challenging and technically demanding courses in Italy, and among the toughest in Europe, it offers a true test for players of all levels. Designed by the acclaimed team of George and Jim Fazio, along with David Mezzacane, the course is set amidst ancient oak forests and blends seamlessly into the natural landscape.
Over the years, it has hosted numerous prestigious tournaments, including the 1991 World Cup, an edition of the Ladies Italian Open (LET), the 2023 Junior Ryder Cup, and the DP World Tour Q-School Stage 1. Golf Nazionale has been a constant host venue for the HotelPlanner Tour, most recently at the end of September when the Italian Challenge Open took place.
Combining strategic complexity with flawless conditioning, the course sets the stage for a thrilling conclusion to the 2025 season.
Tournament Promoter
The 2025 Alps Tour Grand Final is promoted directly by the Alps Tour.
For this tournament, we are grateful to have Regione Lazio as the tournament’s title sponsor and for the support of the following official sponsors: Gamma Villa, Acqua San Benedetto, Golf 2.0 Megastore, and Twïntee.
Throughout the year, the Alps Tour Golf Association enjoys the support of the governing bodies of the founding and partner nations, the Federazione Italiana Golf, the Fédération Française de Golf, the Real Federación Española de Golf, and the Österreichischer Golf-Verband.
Alps Tour Media Contact- Alice Barbieri: [email protected]
For further information, please visit the official Alps Tour website at www.alpstourgolf.com or download the official Alps Tour Golf mobile application, available on the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android). Stay updated by following the Alps Tour on social media via Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and X.
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11th October 2025 | Alps Tour Golf
Italy’s Jacopo Vecchi Fossa Captures Second Victory of the Season at the 2025 Parma Alps Open.
Parma, October 11th, 2025 – Italy’s Jacopo Vecchi Fossa secured his second win of the season at the 2025 Parma Alps Open with a total score of 14 under-par. He edged out Spain’s Asier Aguirre Izcue and Javier Barcos, who finished the tournament tied for second place by a single stroke at 13 under-par, while the Italian duo of Davide Buchi and Luca Memeo shared fourth place in a two-way tie at 12 under-par.
Today marked the final round of the regular season, giving players a crucial opportunity to earn valuable points to either climb the Order of Merit or solidify their current positions. With promotion to the 2026 HotelPlanner Tour at stake for the top five players in the final Order of Merit standings after next week’s event, every result now carries heightened significance.
Final Round Players’ Quotes
Jacopo Vecchi Fossa, 31, from Italy, continued his strong 2025 season by claiming his second victory of the year at this week’s Parma Alps Open. Already a winner at the 2025 Open de La Mirabelle d’Or and ranked inside the top three of the Alps Tour Order of Merit, Vecchi Fossa was a consistent presence near the top of the leaderboard throughout the event. He sat in second place after the opening round and moved into a share of the lead following Round 2. He sealed the win with a final-round 2-under-par 70, finishing at 14-under-par for the tournament. Vecchi Fossa got off to a hot start with an eagle on the 1st hole and a birdie on the 4th hole. Despite a bogey on hole 10, he bounced back with a birdie on the 12th hole and closed with a bogey on the 18th, but it was still enough to secure the title. Vecchi Fossa has multiple career wins to his name, including winning the 2021 Order of Merit, which earned him status on what is now the HotelPlanner Tour. Reflecting on his performance, Vecchi Fossa shared how much the win meant to him: “It’s very nice to end the regular season with a win. It’s rewarding and gives me a lot of confidence for the Grand Final next week and for the upcoming off-season. I’m extremely happy right now.” A native of the region and a past winner at this venue, he acknowledged the advantage of local course knowledge: “As you said, I’m from this region and knew this course very well. I’ve already won here in the past as a professional, too. It’s a course where you need to be patient off the tees and have good course knowledge to take advantage of every hole.” Sticking to a consistent approach proved key: “Every round, I had the same exact strategy—I really stuck to it and it rewarded me at the end.” Looking ahead to next week’s season-ending tournament at Golf Nazionale, Vecchi Fossa added: “I’ll play with a little less pressure, even though Golf Nazionale already gives us enough pressure. It’s a course I had success at, so I’m really looking forward to it.” He also took a moment to express gratitude to those closest to him: “I want to thank my team, my coach, my trainer, Matilde my girlfriend, and my family, as they all support me a lot. It’s nice to win, even though it’s not always easy.” On a more reflective note, he admitted: “Today I made a decision on 18, which was a bit stupid, and it could have cost me the trophy, but I guess it was meant to be my day after all.”
Finishing the tournament in a two-way tie for second place with a three-day total of 13 under par were two of this season’s past winners: Spain’s Asier Aguirre Izcue and Javier Barcos.
Order of Merit Update
Heading into the 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final, Spain’s Javier Barcos remains in the lead of the Alps Tour Order of Merit with 32,698.59 points. Italy’s Jacopo Vecchi Fossa and France’s Quentin Debove hold second and third place with 30,050.48 and 27,048.03 points, respectively. Ireland’s Ronan Mullarney remains in fourth place, while Spain’s Asier Aguirre Izcue has climbed five spots to currently hold 5th place with 21,272.41 points.
The top 50 professional players and ranked amateurs inside the Top 50 in the official Order of Merit rank after this week’s tournament, having participated in at least 5 events in 3 different countries during the season will be able to compete in the 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final which will be played at Golf Nazionale in Sutri, Italy from October 16th – 18th. At the end of next week’s event, where the Final Order of Merit for the 2025 season will be determined, the top 5 players in the Alps Tour Order of Merit rank will earn a HotelPlanner Tour – category 12b playing card for the 2026 season.
Two notable players who, thanks to their performances this week, secured a spot in next week’s 2025 Regione Lazio Alps Tour Grand Final are France’s Paul Franquet and Germany’s Malte Von Blankenfeld. Franquet climbed nine places in the standings to 43rd, while Von Blankenfeld moved up just one spot—but it was enough to place him in 50th, the final qualifying position for the season-ending event.
Italy’s Davide Buchi, who was already inside the Top 50, made the biggest move in the rankings this week thanks to his fourth-place finish. He jumped 12 spots and now sits in 35th position.
Format & Prize Fund
The 2025 Parma Alps Open was a 54-hole stroke-play event where a cut was made after 36 holes to the top 40 professional players and ties including all amateurs within the cut. The players competed for an overall prize fund of €42,500 and 45,000 Order of Merit points.
Jacopo Vecchi Fossa, winner of the 2025 Parma Alps Open, earned the winning check of €6,200.00 and 6,525 Order of Merit points.
Tournament Promoter
Most of the Alps Tour tournaments held in Italy, including this week’s 2025 Parma Alps Open, are organized by the Italian Pro Tour, which is a branch of the Italian Golf Federation. They are responsible for promoting the majority of professional golf events held in Italy.
The main sponsors and partners that support the Italian Pro Tour during the 2025 season include: Fideuram Intesa SanPaolo Private Banking (Official Bank); Enel (Official Sponsor); Kappa (Technical Supplier); Poste Assicura (Official Supplier); Gazzetta dello Sport (Media Partner); and, as an Official advisor, Infront Italy.
Alps Tour Media Contact- Alice Barbieri: [email protected]
For further information, please visit the official Alps Tour website at www.alpstourgolf.com or download the official Alps Tour Golf mobile application, available on the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android). Stay updated by following the Alps Tour on social media via Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and X.
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10th October 2025 | Alps Tour Golf
Round Two of the 2025 Parma Alps Open Concludes with a Three-Way Tie for the Lead.
Parma, October 10th, 2025 – At the conclusion of Round 2 at the 2025 Parma Alps Open, the leaderboard remains tightly contested, setting up a dramatic final day. Italy’s Jacopo Vecchi Fossa, Spain’s Javier Barcos, and France’s Paul Franquet share the lead at 12-under-par. Just three shots back, in a two-way tie for 4th place at 9 under-par, are Spain’s Asier Aguirre Izcue and Italy’s Matteo Cristoni.
As the regular season wraps up this week, players have a crucial chance to earn valuable points, either to climb the Order of Merit or to secure their current positions. With promotion to the 2026 HotelPlanner Tour on the line for the top five players in the final Order of Merit standings after next week’s event, every result now carries added significance.
Round 2 Players’ Quotes
Italy’s Jacopo Vecchi Fossa, 31, continues his strong performance at the 2025 Parma Alps Open. After opening with a 7-under-par 65, he followed up with a 5-under-par 67 in the second round to move into a share of the lead with a two-day total of 12 under-par. Vecchi Fossa, the winner of the 2025 Open de La Mirabelle d’Or and currently 3rd in the Alps Tour Order of Merit with 23,525.48 points, is looking to strengthen his position ahead of next week’s season finale. With multiple career wins to his name, Vecchi Fossa established himself as a top contender on the Alps Tour, including winning the 2021 Order of Merit, which earned him status on what is now the HotelPlanner Tour. In today’s round, he made 6 birdies (on holes 4, 6, 7, 9, 12, and 16) and a single bogey on hole 8. “It went really well,” said Vecchi Fossa. “I didn’t get off to the best start, but in the end, the round went according to plan. I played very solidly again today, and I’m very pleased.” With just one event remaining in the season, he acknowledged the stakes but remains focused. “There’s always pressure, but I try not to add any extra on myself since it’s one of the last events of the season. Of course, I’m thinking about the five cards up for grabs, but I do my best to block that out during the round.” Vecchi Fossa’s mindset remains steady heading into the final day. “I always try not to look around too much and just play with a clear mind. I usually avoid checking the leaderboard because it tends to distract me a little. I’ll stick with the same strategy and won’t change anything heading into the final round.” Reflecting on his game, he added, “The part of my game that satisfied me the most today was definitely the putting. I’ll spend some time this afternoon practicing mid-irons, but overall, every part of my game is at a good level right now.”
Javier Barcos, 23, from Spain, the current Order of Merit Leader and winner of both the 2025 New Giza Open and Longwy Alps Open, opened with a 3-under par, 69 to sit tied for 14th place. After a strong second round, he now shares the lead with a two-day total of 12 under par. He fired a bogey-free 9-under-par, 63 in today’s second round, carding birdies on holes 1, 4, 5, 8, 9, 11, 12, 15, and 17. “It was a great day out there,” said Barcos. “The big difference was the putter. Yesterday, I had 3 three-putts that held me back, but today my putting was on point and working the whole day. That really helped me shoot a low score.” As he looks ahead to the final round and the season’s conclusion, Barcos remains focused but grounded. “I think it’s more motivation—you’ve been playing the whole year to get to this point, so I’m motivated to finish the season strong. Tomorrow, it’ll be the same plan as the past two days: try to hit the best shot possible and stay in the present. I’ll try not to look at the leaderboard until the last few holes, but sometimes it’s hard not to sneak a glance.” Despite the pressure, he remains calm and keeps things in perspective. “I’m trying to keep it simple and stay focused on the shot I’m about to hit. Off the course, I’m just having fun with the friends I’m traveling with and trying to stay away from golf a bit.” Looking ahead to what’s next, Barcos added: “I’m really looking forward to playing the final in Rome and trying to finish as high as possible in the Order of Merit. Hopefully, tomorrow I can clean up a couple of tee shots that got me into a bit of trouble today.”
Round 2 Co-Leader at the 2025 Parma Alps Open, Spain’s Javier Barcos. Photo Credit: Alps Tour Golf / Raffaele Canepa
Joining Vecchi Fossa and Barcos in a share of the lead is France’s Paul Franquet, 20, who continues to impress in the early stages of his professional career. Having turned pro at the beginning of September, Franquet shows no signs of nerves, following up a 6-under-par 66 in the opening round, where he was tied for third place, with another 6-under-par 66 today to reach a two-day total of 12 under-par. Already a multiple-time top-three finisher as an amateur, Franquet appears poised to make an immediate impact at the professional level. His second round included 3 birdies and 1 bogey on the front nine, followed by 4 more birdies on the back. Reflecting on his performance, Franquet said: “Today was just as good as yesterday, I’m feeling really good overall.” Entering the week ranked 52nd, he acknowledged the added pressure of playing in the final event of the regular season. “Yeah, being the last event of the regular season brought extra pressure because I knew I had to make the cut to have a chance. So, I’m proud of how I managed that.” Looking ahead to the final round, he remains confident in his approach. “I’m going to stick with the same strategy; I am very comfortable with it.” When asked about the strongest part of his game, Franquet added, “I think it’s the driver. I’ve been driving the ball well. But the other parts of my game are working great too.”
Round 2 Co-Leader at the 2025 Parma Alps Open, France’s Paul Franquet. Photo Credit: Alps Tour Golf / Raffaele Canepa
A total of 51 players, including 4 amateurs, made the cut, which was set at 143 (-1).
The Final Round will begin at 8:00 a.m. local time from the 1st and 10th hole. The Final Pairing will tee off at 9:28 a.m. local time from the 1st hole.
Format & Prize Fund
The 2025 Parma Alps Open will be a 54-hole stroke-play event, with a cut after 36 holes to the top 40 professional players and ties, including all amateurs within the cut. In case of a tie after 54 holes, a sudden-death play-off will determine the winner of the inaugural edition.
The players will compete for an overall prize fund of €42,500 and 45,000 Order of Merit points. The 2025 Parma Alps Open winner will walk away with €6,200.00 and 6,525 Order of Merit points.
Tournament Promoter
Most of the Alps Tour tournaments held in Italy, including this week’s 2025 Parma Alps Open, are organized by the Italian Pro Tour, which is a branch of the Italian Golf Federation. They are responsible for promoting the majority of professional golf events held in Italy.
The main sponsors and partners that support the Italian Pro Tour during the 2025 season include: Fideuram Intesa SanPaolo Private Banking (Official Bank); Enel (Official Sponsor); Kappa (Technical Supplier); Poste Assicura (Official Supplier); Gazzetta dello Sport (Media Partner); and, as an Official advisor, Infront Italy.
Alps Tour Media Contact- Alice Barbieri: [email protected]
For further information, please visit the official Alps Tour website at www.alpstourgolf.com or download the official Alps Tour Golf mobile application, available on the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android). Stay updated by following the Alps Tour on social media via Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and X.
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