The Austrian Alpine Open returns to the DP World Tour this week, bringing elite golfers to the stunning Gut Altentann Golf Club in Salzburg, Austria. This Jack Nicklaus-designed course will challenge players with its strategic layout, water hazards, and undulating greens, making precision and course management essential for success.
Tournament Overview
Event: 2025 Austrian Alpine Open
Dates: May 29 – June 1, 2025
Location: Gut Altentann Golf Club, Salzburg, Austria
Course: Par 72, 6,941 yards
Defending Champion: John Catlin (2021)
Prize Purse: €2.5 million
Race to Dubai Points: 500
Field & Top Contenders
The 2025 Austrian Alpine Open features a competitive field, including rising stars and seasoned veterans. Notable players teeing up include:
Jordan Smith – A consistent performer, recently finished first in U.S. Open qualifying.
Jorge Campillo – Strong history on Nicklaus-designed courses, including third at Jack Nicklaus Korea.
Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen – Tournament favorite, but missed the cut in his last outing.
Angel Ayora – A rising talent, finished T11 at the Soudal Open last week.
Matthew Jordan – Seeking his first DP World Tour victory.
Course Breakdown – Gut Altentann Golf Club
Gut Altentann is one of the most scenic courses in Europe, featuring tree-lined fairways, water hazards, and large bentgrass greens.
Fairways & Rough: Wide fairways reward strategic driving, but the Kentucky bluegrass rough is punishing.
Greens: Large, undulating greens demand precision putting.
Signature Holes:
Hole 16 (Par 4): Water hazard runs along the right side, demanding accuracy.
Hole 17 (Par 4): Another water-lined hole, testing approach shots.
Hole 18 (Par 4): A challenging finishing hole with deep bunkers and a sloping green.
Betting Odds & Predictions
Jordan Smith (+1200) – Strong form, but struggles to close out wins.
Jorge Campillo (+1600) – Excellent record on Nicklaus courses, a solid contender.
Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen (+1000) – Tournament favorite, but inconsistent.
Angel Ayora (+5000) – A dark horse pick, showing strong recent form.
Matthew Jordan (+2200) – Seeking his first DP World Tour victory.
How to Watch & Tee Times
TV Broadcast: Sky Sports Golf, Golf Channel
Streaming: DP World Tour Live, ESPN+
First Tee Time: Thursday, May 29, at 7:50 AM CET.
