Change of plan for Chacarra in Madrid as he prepares his assault on the Open de España

Eugenio Chacarra arrives at Real Club de Campo Villa de Madrid in the form of his life after a season that has completely changed the path of his career. Two wins, third in the Race to Dubai, and a PGA Tour card for next year practically in the bag. Three days before the tournament kicks
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Bubba and Molinari, two very different golfers make their bow in Madrid

Two debutants at Real Club de Campo Villa de Madrid who could easily be the stars of any field at any tournament in the world. Bubba Watson and Francesco Molinari, two major winners, are playing the Javier Arana layout for the first time, adding even more intrigue to the greatest field in the history of
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Rahm says farewell in style

The roaring ovation the people of Madrid welcomed Jon Rahm with as he made his way to the 18th green was an homage to a sportsman who has transformed golf in Spain. The Barrika native gave a masterclass in honour, pride, and determination in a week in which things did not turn out as he would
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A hug from Kepa has Rahm beaming

Years ago, when Jon Rahm’s first child was born, he said something that is more pertinent today than ever: “When I used to play badly, I didn’t want to see anyone, I wouldn’t talk to anyone, I’d go to my hotel and it would take hours to pass. Since Kepa was born, I see him
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Rahm confirms he’s not human with an astonishing round

Jon Rahm’s wry smile on the 5th hole perfectly summed up his second round at the Open de España presented by Madrid. His birdie putt fell to the right, while seconds later Shane Lowry holed one from exactly the same place that broke to the left. On holes 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 11, 14,
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Wiesberger sets an example from the top end of the leaderboard

Bernd Wiesberger, the Austrian golfer who turned adversity into triumph, is playing some stunning golf at the Open de España presented by Madrid. After his second round, the European finds himself tied for second following a very solid day on the course. 10 birdies between Thursday and Friday find him on a total of -7. He is
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Shane Lowry, a man of his word at the Open de España

The hero of Bethpage spoke to the accumulated press before embarking on his quest for a first Open de España and he left them in no doubt, he is a man of his word. “It’s a big national championship with a lot of history. Madrid is an amazing place. I’d already committed to coming before the Ryder Cup so
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Rahm’s mission at an historic Open de España

Madrid is gearing up for a special week as Club de Campo Villa de Madrid, the temple of golf whose immaculate fairways have been graced by some of the greatest players of all time, is all decked out once again and ready to go. The Open de España presented by Madrid is not just a
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Ryder Cup tee times in Madrid, Rahm gets his wish

The tee times have been announced for the 2025 edition of the Open de España presented by Madrid. We can expect fireworks from the early hours of 9 October, and the thrills will continue throughout both Thursday and Friday at Club de Campo Villa de Madrid. As has become tradition at the tournament, with the
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Rahm and Hidalgo, a contrast that enhances Spanish golf

This morning’s meeting between Spain’s finest golfer and the defending champion of the Open de España was a special occasion. Jon Rahm and Ángel Hidalgo officially launched a new edition of the country’s most prestigious tournament, bringing excitement and anticipation to their home fans. At the tournament’s official presentation, held outside the magnificent City Hall,
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