INFINITUM will play host this week to numerous renowned DP World Tour and PGA TOUR stars, as well as many of the world’s most promising young golfers, as they all attempt to secure their path to the big time at the DP World Tour Qualifying School Final Stage.
The storied six-round marathon of golf takes place from November 10-15, when the stunning Costa Dorada venue presents its two centrepiece courses, the Hills and the Lakes, for the 156 players all arriving with dreams of earning one of 25 coveted DP World Tour cards for next season.
Among those lining up to stake their claim are France’s Alexander Lévy, who lost his card in dramatic fashion in last month’s Qatar Masters after lipping out twice on his final two hole – one of those for a near-ace on the par-three 17th hole – to miss the cut by one shot. He will face stiff competition from the likes of four-time DP World Tour winner Kiradech Aphibarnrat, seven-time winner Álvaro Quirós and 2019 Korn Ferry Tour Championship champion Tom Lewis – also a two-time winner of the Portugal Masters.
Meanwhile, former Ryder Cup player David Howell – who recently entered the history books as the player with the most DP World Tour appearances, beating Miguel Angél Jiménez’s record – must navigate a gruelling six days if he is to keep his card and further extend his impressive record. At the other end of the spectrum is Italy’s Renato Paratore, who first got his card at the 2014 Q-School as the youngest player in the field, aged just 17.
To emerge with their DP World Tour cards, hopefuls will need to conquer two very different golfing tests at INFINITUM – the Greg Norman-designed Lakes course and Alfonso Viador’s Hills course, playing two rounds on each.
Those who make the fourth-round cut will advance to play two more rounds on the Lakes course with their DP World Tour futures on the line.
This marks the fifth time that INFINITUM has played host to the 108-hole marathon of golf, first doing so from 2017-2019 and resuming hosting duties in 2022 after a pandemic-enforced delay. The 45-hole complex is renowned for the beauty and variety of its two championship courses, both of which opened in 2008.
Few layouts in Europe boast the drama of the Lakes, which incorporates water into no fewer than 14 holes amidst stunning natural wetlands. Demanding careful and strategic play, the Lakes became a full DP World Tour course when it hosted the ISPS Handa Championship in Spain last season.
Meanwhile, the Hills course requires accuracy off the tee and a wide repertoire of shots to put together a low score. Combined, the two 18-hole layouts are built to test every aspect of a golfer’s game, making it the ideal ground to determine who progresses to the DP World Tour.
Between rounds, players will fine-tune their games on INFINITUM’s world-class practice facilities, which include two driving ranges, putting and chipping greens and the new Callaway Performance Centre. Alternatively, stars can keep sharp on the shorter Ruins course, also designed by Norman and regarded as one of the best nine-hole layouts in Europe.
Joaquín Mora Bertrán, director of golf at INFINITUM, said: “There’s nothing else in golf quite like Qualifying School Final Stage, and we are just as excited to host this year as we were the first time, in 2017.
“Q-School needs to push golfers to their limits, forcing them to excel with every club in their bag and strike the balance between risk and reward. Only the most skilled and well-rounded golfers will emerge with their cards for next year, but there’s plenty of action to enjoy first.
“The courses are in great condition, and everything is ready to go, so we’re looking forward to letting the drama unfold and our team is focused on making this Qualifying School Final Stage the best in the tournament’s history.”
Away from the fairways, INFINITUM is packed with amenities for players and guests to enjoy, including a trio of incredible restaurants and an award-winning beach club. An ambitious real estate project is also well underway beside the golf courses, with more than 90 per cent of the first 150 homes sold and a second phase of 119 more properties in development.
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Press release written by Azalea on behalf of INFINITUM.
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NOTES TO EDITORS
Located 100km south of Barcelona in Costa Dorada, Infinitum is Europe’s newest lifestyle and real-estate resort presenting championship golf facilities, modern gastronomy, a contemporary beach club with unrivalled facilities and bespoke cultural activities.
Showcasing its natural beauty, Infinitum is a premium lifestyle and real-estate resort which poses a calm and tranquil environment, one that makes a fundamental impact on its guests’ well-being through its dedication to customer service.
A stunning selection of BREEAM-certified, high-quality homes sit within walking distance of everything you need to live in luxury on Catalonia’s beautiful coast. These properties come in a wide range of sizes and styles so, no matter what you are looking for, the perfect home is waiting.
Infinitum is unlike any other golf resort in Europe, an experience to be remembered and a lifestyle to aspire to. Infinitum Golf showcases three outstanding golf courses, each with their own distinct design and layout. Named ‘Europe’s Best Golf Venue’ in 2019, 2020 and 2021, its award-winning facilities have played host to the DP World Tour’s (formerly European Tour) Qualifying School Final Stage, showcasing unquestionable conditions, with rolling fairways and undulating greens, complemented by spectacular ocean views of the Mediterranean.
The golf courses are complemented by two state-of-the-art clubhouses, designed geographically to illustrate the region’s breath-taking views, in addition to modern practice facilities, a fully equipped Pro Shop and a bespoke fitness centre. The resort also features one of the finest beach clubs in Spain, comprising of eight swimming pools, each with their own charm and personality, a beach bar and one of the region’s finest restaurants, Flamma. Set amongst a pine forest and above Playa Larga, the Beach Club presents a unique experience with spectacular views of the Mediterranean, offering a tranquil and peaceful environment to unwind in. Four new exclusive dining options; Flamma, Gusto, The Lakehouse, and Terra; have been launched, boasting Tarragona’s best gastronomy, with top-of-the-range service, showcasing the finest local produce, expertly developed for a sophisticated palette.
Committed to both inclusivity and sustainability, Infinitum has led the way as the first golf resort in Spain to sign up to The R&A’s Women in Golf Charter, while also receiving its GEO Certification for the second time in 2021. Though the resort’s ‘eco-first’ strategy is present throughout, the Lakes golf course is particularly recognised for its conservation work as a certified Golf Audubon International Signature Sanctuary.