Worldwide Golf

GOLFERS in the region have been handed a golden opportunity to play a stroke play event at Heythrop Park Resort at Enstone, Chipping Norton, on July 28, and qualify for one of the most prestigious Pro-Ams in the game.

The winner of the 18-hole tournament at Heythrop Park Resort will have the pleasure of playing alongside some of the best players on The European Tour in The Invitational hosted by Abdullah Al Naboodah at one of the most spectacular golf clubs in the United Arab Emirates in January 2011.

This exclusive opportunity is the only international qualifying event to win a money-can’t-buy invite to play The Invitational Pro-Am – it’s a strictly invitation-only tournament – and the winner and their partner will have a four-night trip to the United Arab Emirates, including flights, to enjoy the competition and the wonderful hospitality of the emirates.

Graeme McDowell, winner of last weekend’s Wales Open at Celtic Manor Resort, venue for this year’s Ryder Cup, is a regular competitor at The Invitational. “The Invitational is the most fun event of any Pro-Am I’ve ever played,” he says. “The field is as good as any European Tour event but although it’s competitive, the banter between the players and the spectators makes it something special.”

In last January’s event World No.3 Lee Westwood shared the individual Pro’s title with Darren Clarke, while former Irish jockey James Collins, who gained entry through the GOLDEN TICKET qualifier, and Australian Tour player Richard Green came second in the Pro-Am behind the winners, Lee Westwood and Host, Abdullah Al Naboodah.

Among the other leading players in the field were Rory McIlroy, Paul Casey, Sergio Garcia, Ross Fisher, Steve Webster and many more – all of whom are expected to play again next January.

The qualifying event is open to male and female golfers, aged 18 and above, who hold an official handicap certificate (maximum handicap 18 for men, 28 for ladies).

For more information, visit the EVENTS section of the Worldwide Golf website or visit www.theinvitational.com.

The closing date for entries is Wednesday, July 21^st, 2010. The entry fee is £75, which includes green fees, range balls, prizes and buffet. To enter email goldenticket@theinvitational.com for an entry form and fax it to Heythrop Park Resort on 01608 673 418.