Partners and organizers united around the Alpine A290.
After a 21st edition that crowned the Spanish José Maria Ortiz de Pinedo in Puy-en-Velay in 2025, the International Open of France Pitch & Putt, organized by the FPP association*, will stop at UGolf de Mionnay, from May 8 to 10 next. This year, the tournament orchestrated by Patrick Giraud, president of France Pitch & Putt will be accompanied by Alpine Store Lyon**. A partnership that underlines the will of the Lyon dealership of the premium French automotive brand, led by the group RGG (editor’s note Renault Retail Group) to establish its presence in the Rhône golf scene.
For three days, this tournament will bring together the best players in the specialty. Alongside the French, there will be Spaniards, Portuguese, Dutch, Italians, as well as the participation of two disabled golfers, and the international Noa Auch-Roy.
During the presentation of the event on Thursday, April 23 in the Dombes, Patrick Giraud will emphasize «Our goal remains to contribute to the democratization of golf through Pitch & Putt, which is more accessible.» He then added, «With the Open de France, we can reach an audience that is not necessarily already a golfer. This allows beginners to integrate into clubs. It is a real stepping stone towards the 18 holes!» And the director of the Ain site Éric Lacoux explained, «Today, we must think about golf differently. Pitch & putt is technically and physically easier, faster to play. More playful and fun, it is an entry point for young people, hoping to bring out the talents of tomorrow! And to note «We have in Mionnay a superb facility with real obstacles and fairly contoured greens.»
This major event in a booming discipline will be a great way to discover the GolfFlower course and the facilities of the host club, especially the 9 holes. Throughout the weekend, numerous activities will also be offered, including the presence of an Alpine Store Lyon test center and the new models A290 and A390 or the iconic A110. A great golf celebration is announced…
Program
Friday, May 8: Course recognition
5:30 pm Presentation of the competition and regulations by the official referee Official
6:00 pm Opening ceremony
Saturday, May 9: Rounds 1 and 2
Sunday, May 10: Final round and prize giving
*non-profit organization, member of the FFG, whose sole objective is the promotion of the sport of golf in its specialty of Pitch & Putt.
**Alpine store Lyon Sud 364 Route de Vienne, 69200 Vénissieux 04 78 77 78 96
