Event Overview

The Venetian Macau Open is one of the most prestigious professional golf tournaments on the Asian Tour. This world-class event features a four-day, stroke play competition format with 144 players competing at the scenic Macau Golf and Country Club.

Key Details

• Date: October 17–20, 2013 (Main Tournament)
• Pro-Am & Gala Dinner: October 16, 2013
• Location: Macau Golf & Country Club, Estrada de Hac Sa, Coloane
• Admission: Free
• Inquiry: (853) 2887 1188

Venue

The tournament is held at the Macau Golf and Country Club (MGCC), which features an international standard 18-hole golf course. The coastal terrain and wind conditions significantly increase the challenge of play, making the competition even more exciting. Spectators can also enjoy panoramic views of Hac Sa Beach.

Organizers & Sanctioning

• Organizers: IMG, Macau Sport Development Board (MSDB) of the Macau SAR Government, Golf Association of Macau (GAM)
• Sanctioned by: Golf Association of Macau (GAM) and the Asian Tour
• Title Sponsor: The Venetian Macao (for the second consecutive year)

Star Players (Featured)

• Ernie Els
• Gaganjeet Bhullar (Defending Champion, 2012)
• Zhang Lian-wei (The only player to have won the tournament twice)

Tournament History

The event has been graced by numerous golf legends, including Lee Westwood, Colin Montgomerie, Vijay Singh, Nick Faldo, Padraig Harrington, Fred Couples, and Mark O'Meara.