Felicity Johnson wins Tenerife Ladies Open

After a neck and neck struggle with Wales Becky Brewerton, 22 year old Felicity Johnson from Birmingham won her first tournament in a tense finish at Golf Costa Adeje.

For Felicity it was all about perseverance as she reeled her rival in, starting 3 shots behind she clinched the title at the 18th hole to finish on 274, 14 under par. It was more heartbreak for Becky, she also finished runner up in 2003 and 2004.

Felicity made a storming run on the final 2 days and a 5 metre putt at the 17th hole swung the advantage her way on the final run in. Bettina Hauert of Germany finished third and the top amateur was Mireia Prat of Spain.

The top trios scores over the 4 days were

• Felicity Johnson 69, 72, 66, 67  Total 274
• Becky Brewerton 66, 69, 69, 72  Total 276
• Bettina Hauert 69, 73, 67,72 Total 281

Speaking after her win, Felicity was full of praise for the course and her competitors, and was planning a big night out to celebrate, starting with Go Karting with her friends.

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Anja Monke, sets Tenerife Ladies Open pace

Golf Costa Adeje was buzzing today as the 2009 Tenerife Ladies Open got underway in perfect conditions. Among the favourites to head the final push for the title is Anja Monke from Germany. The 30 year old from Herford threw down the gauntlet with a 7 under par round, finished in style with a 50 metre chip at the 18th hole. Anja smile was still broad as she spoke to us.

How was your preperation?
I played in the Randstad Open in Arras near Paris last week, I was defending my title but had to settle for joint third. I drove back to Hannover, where I live now, for a few days and then flew in to Tenerife 4 days ago.
Are you happy with the Golf Costa Adeje course?
This is my third time on this course and I warmed up yesterday by teaming up with some German friends in the Pro Am event. I have also played at Abama, Buenavista and Golf del Sur in the past.
Were you pleased with todays first round?
Yes, I felt relaxed and that was a nice way to end the round. There are a lot of very good players here but I will give it my best and see what happens.

You can follow Anja and all of the other players on the official tournament site www.tenerifeladiesopen.com, Facebook Flickr and Twitter, or if your German is passable, pop into her own website www.anjamonke.com.

Don’t forget that the Tenerife Ladies Open runs to the final on Sunday 27 September and is FREE to watch.

Links:

Ladies European Tour

Tenerife Ladies Open

Golf Costa Adeje

Ladies European Tour on Twitter

Tenerife Golf Association

Photos on Flickr from the Tournament

Tenerife Golf Blog , Twitter, Facebook

What’s on Tenerife

Tenerife Ladies Open 2009

Growing in size and prestige every year, the Tenerife Ladies Open golf tournament 2009, returns to Golf Costa Adeje from September 24 to 27. It’s an exciting line up, England’s Rebecca Hudson (pic) is back to defend her title, won in a thrilling 3 hole play off with Anne Lise Caudal of France last year.Anne is also back, still smarting after missing out on the trophy and 45,000 euro cheque.

This years line up has a real international feel with 27 countries represented by 166 players. Some countries have just the one entrant, like Thailand, India, Korea and the Czech Republic. That international look will also be reflected in the visiting media, keen to relay play to all corners of the World.
It’s a modern course, and this year the coverage will be widely available on the internet through Facebook, Linked In and Hi5, plus the tournaments own detailed site.

Canarian winner Rafael in Austrian Open

There are plenty of talented golfers from the Canary Islands making their mark on the World stage, latest is Rafael Cabrera Bello from Gran Canaria. The 25 year old waltzed to the title in Vienna with a 60 shot display that put Northern Islands Darren Clarke in second place.
Rafael finished off with a 9 metre putt for an eagle at the final hole to win the 166,660 euro prize to guarantee his place on the PGA European tour for the next 2 years. It’s the best performance to date for the rising star and included 11 birdies. Here’s to the next major win.

Amarilla Golf, a fitting end to Tenerife golf circuit summer

The cream of the 2009 Tenerife & La Gomera circuit played out the last thrilling round at Amarilla Golf on Saturday 12 September. The 20 best players from each category formed a 140 strong field to contest some top action.

It was a time for goodbyes and thank yous, especially to the sponsors that have supported all 7 rounds of this years tournament. Take a bow Federación Canaria de Golf, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, Titleist, Francachela Catering and Services, Hotel San Blas Reserva Ambiental, Agua Club Termal, www.canarias.com,
Heineken, Gran Sur Centro Comercial, Golf +, Fonteide, Kalise, Cadena Ser Radio Club Tenerife, Caroli Health Club situado en Sheraton La Caleta, Zumos Pago, Golf Holiday, Cava Castilla Perelada, Coca Cola, Golf 7, Carpas Atlantico, AXA Seguros, Abama Golf & Spa Resort, Hotel Jardin Tropical, Hotel Spa Villalba, Spring Hoteles, Sorted Sites and Ideal Joyeros. Special thanks to the individual event sponsor for this last round, Centro Commercial Gran Sur.

As always, during the days play there were special awards for solo achievements, neares the flag on the 12th hole went to Rafael Soccoro with 2.22 m. Best senior player was Willi Vogt on 46 points and best scratch player was won by Benito Gutierrez Perez on 32 points.The longest drive, at the 10th hole was strongly contested with Susana Fernandez de Caleya clinching it for the ladies and James Ferraby taking the mens honour.

As for the main event, everyone seemed to be trying just that bit harder for their last chance of glory.
LADIES
First Category
1st. Claudia Rodríguez Cazorla with 37 points
2nd. Marta Ascanio Arroyo with 30 points
3rd. Susana Fernández de Caleya with 29 points

Second Category
1st Mª Dolores Sebares with 43 points
2nd. Maria Castellano Cabrera with 36 points
3rd. Maria Eulalia de la Rosa Llanes with 35 points

MENS
First Category
1st. Benito Gutierrez Perez with 40 points
2nd. Johannes Zitzer with 37 points
3rd. Victor Jorge Casañas with 37 points

Second Category
1st. Francisco Gonzalez Suarez with 38 points
2nd. Miguel Angel Marquez Marfil with 37 points
3rd. Mauro Fernandez Rojas with 37 points

Third Category
1st. Willi Vogt with 46 points
2nd. Juan Carlos Bermudez Iglesias with 41 points
3rd. Björn Mildner with 38 points

Now it was time to work out the overall winners, this involved taking everyones 6 best scores from the 7 rounds of the 2009 Tenerife-La Gomera Circuit. Again there were individual awards in those special disciplines. the best Senior was Vicente Ruiz Toledo on 215 points, and he also took the best scratch player award with 212 points.

Consistency brought its reward for those calculated to have stood out over the months of these hugely enjoyable competitions.
LADIES
First Category
1st. MARTA ASCANIO ARROYO with 207 points
2nd. SUSANA FERNANDEZ DE CALEYA with 193 points
3rd. MARIA LUISA FORNIES with 187 points

Second Category
1st. MARIA DOLORES SEBARES URBANO with 216 points
2nd. MARIA EULALIA DE LA ROSA LLANES with 203 points
3rd. KAREN BEELS with 192 points

MENS
First Category
1st. VICENTE RUIZ TOLEDO with 215 points
2nd. JESUS OROZCO GARCIA with 209 points
3rd. DAVID IAN PRITCHARD with 204 points

Second Category
1st. JOHANNES ZITZER with 219 points
2nd. ANGEL GONZALEZ RODRIGUEZ with 218 points
3rd. MIGUEL ANGEL MARQUEZ MARFIL with 217 points

Third Category
1st. TEOBALDO GONZALEZ DIAZ with 223 points
2nd. SIMON WHITTLE with 219 points
3rd. ADOLFO PERAZA CASTRO with 214 points

The Presentation Gala in the evening saw the awards presented and entertainment from Spanish comedian, Jordi Lepe. most of the talk around the tables was about great games and the shots that got away, but above all, there was a great feeling of anticipation as the Tenerife-La Gomera Golf Circuit 2010 promises to be even more popular across all nationalities and levels of play. Be first to sign up by looking out on www.isladegolf.com/circuito or by emailing to circuito@isladegolf.com

Golf Packages, Winter 2009, Hotel Jardin Tropical

Winter in Tenerife means just a small reduction in the suns heat, perfect weather to hit the golf courses. Hotel Jardin Tropical can add a warm glow to your wallet with their Golf Packages for Winter 2009,from 1st October 2009 to 30 April 2010. Based on bed and breakfast in their 4 star hotel, they include free green fees – the longer you stay, the more you get.

SHORT BREAK GOLF PACKAGE
3 nights Bed and Breakfast, and 2 FREE green fees
One green fee in Abama and one green fee in Golf del Sur, Amarilla Golf, or Golf Costa Adeje.
Players rates go from 451 euros to 561 euros, depending on dates.
Non playing guests rates from 214 euros to 324 euros.

MID RANGE GOLF PACKAGE
5 nights Bed and Breakfast, and 4 FREE green fees.
Green fees apply to Abama, Golf Las Americas, Golf Costa Adeje, Golf del Sur, Amarilla Golf, Buenavista and Tecina Golf – La Gomera.
Players rates go from 769 euros to 953 euros, depending on dates.
Non playing guests rates from 357 euros to 541 euros.

WEEK GOLF PACKAGE
7 nights Bed and Breakfast, and 5 FREE green fees.
Green fees apply to Abama, Golf Las Americas,Golf Costa Adeje, Golf del Sur, Amarilla Golf, Buenavista and Tecina Golf – La Gomera.
Players rates go from 965 euros to 1,465 euros, depending on dates.
Non playing guests rates from 464 euros to 964 euros.

To book, or got more details, call Golf Accounts Manager, Jaime Rubiero Krahe on (0034) 922746013, email jaimerubiera@jardin-tropical.com or check the website at www.jardin-tropical.com

Special Golf Package 2009-Hotel Jardin Tropical

In Tenerife it’s easy to miss the subtle change from summer to winter, but don’t let that distract you from a great special golf package from Hotel Jardin Tropical, that runs until 31st October 2009.

This will put a swing in your game, 7 nights accomodation at this 4 star hotel in Costa Adeje, with breakfast, and a choice of one green fee at Abama Golf or two green gees at Golf Las Americas or Golf del Sur, for just 540 euros.

To snap up this limited offer, contact Golf Account Manager, Jaime Rubiero Krahe at Hotel Jardin Tropical on (0034) 922746013 , email jaimerubiero@jardin-tropical.com or check the website www.jardin-tropical.com . Don’t forget, this offer ends on 31st October 2009.

Hotel Jardin Tropical – golf heaven

When the quality of the golf you play and the back up you receive can make or break your Tenerife holiday, you will be glad to have booked in at Hotel Jardin Tropical in Costa Adeje.

Not only is this 4 star hotel centrally placed to reach the islands golf courses, they also share your love of golf and have staff dedicated to providing support for your golfing holiday. Their Golf Lounge offers

• Reduced green fees
• Transfers to all Tenerife courses
• Golf  TV
• Putting Green
• Shoes and clubs cleaning service
• Golf guides and magazines

If you want to know more, contact Jaime Rubiera Krahe, Golf Account Manager on (0034) 922746013, or at jaimerubiera@jardin-tropical.com or check the hotels website.

Ready to finish in style at Amarilla Golf

It will be a bitter sweet gathering of golfers at Amarilla Golf on Saturday 12 September, sad that it’s the last event of the 2009 Golf Circuit of Tenerife and La Gomera, but happy to bow out on one of the most attractive courses with its cliff top views.

The previous 6 tournaments have produced a high level of skill and sporting rivalry, but everyone will be keen to finish as high as possible in the final rankings. As far as circuit winners go, it’s all to play for, the leading positions are tight in the Ladies rankings and the Mens rankings.

There is a special treat for all players in this last tournament, it will be followed by a Gala Evening at the Amarilla Golf club. As well as the presentation of prizes, there will be live entertinment from top Spanish comic,and keen golfer, Jordi Lepe .

There may still be time to sign up for the last Circuit tournament of 2009, for more information contact Nathalie Hill on 629986583, email circuito@isladegolf.com or check the website www.isladegolf.com.

Abama Golf, a day with real six appeal

Like all good things, the 3rd annual Tenerife & La Gomera Golf Circuit has sped by, gathering momentum and exitement as it builds to a rousing finish. The 6th and penultimate contest, at Abama Golf showed there was no flagging in standards, as 140 players kept their eyes on the chase, despite amazing natural distractions on the delightful west coast course.

This years circuit has been blessed not only by the standard of play, but also by the quality and quantity of sponsors, keen to support such a flagship sport for Tenerife. Heineken led the big name sponsors at Abama, but the other names read like a gilt edged directory. Thanks to Turismo de Tenerife, Federación Canaria de Golf, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, Titleist, Francachela Catering & Services, Hotel San Blas Reserva Ambiental, Agua Club Termal, www.canarias.com, Heineken, Gran Sur Centro Comercial, Golf +, Fonteide, Kalise, Cadena Ser Radio Club Tenerife, Caroli Health Club situado en Sheraton La Caleta, Zumos Pago, Golf Holiday, Cava Castilla Perelada, Coca Cola, Golf 7, Carpas Atlantico, AXA Seguros, Abama Golf & Spa Resort, Hotel Jardin Tropical, Hotel Spa Villalba, Spring Hoteles, Sorted Sites and Ideal Joyeros.

Down to the action, all the prizes were closely contested, nearest the flag on the 7th hole went to Victor Marrero Suarez who came within .70 cms of the pin. Best senior was Stephen John Cowell with 39 points and best scratch player was Vicente Ruiz Toledo on 31 points. The 17th hole was a tough test for longest drive, Maria del Pilar Fernandez de Misa Cabrera  took the ladies honours, whilst Johannes Zitzer drove furthest for the men.

Splitting such a high class field proved to be hard but overall the winners were

 LADIES    FIRST CATEGORY

1st. Marlene Bananier with 34 points

2nd. Marta Ascanio Arroyo with 34 points

3rd. Maria Luisa Forniés del Castillo with 29 points

  LADIES   SECOND CATEGORY

1st  Mª Dolores Sebares with 36 points

2nd. Maria del Pilar Fernández de Misa Cabrera with 34 points

3rd. Ines Garcia Duran Hernandez with 29 points

 

MENS FIRST CATEGORY

1st. Angel González Rodríguez with 38 points

2nd. Jose Luis García Estrada with 34 points

3rd. Modesto Campos Castro with 33 points

 MENS SECOND CATEGORY

1st. Rafael González Navarro with 40 points

2nd. Stephen John Cowell with 39 points

3rd. Pedro Luis Suárez Martín with 39 points

 MENS THIRD CATEGORY

1st. Teobaldo González Díaz with 40 points

2nd. Agustín Alexis Aldana Martín with 36 points

3rd. Juan Antonio Olmo Delgado with 36 points

That leaves just one last tournament, and a Gala Final Dinner, at Amarilla Golf on September 12, it’s a last chance to impress, and all the players will be keen to finish on a high.