The DP World Tour returns to Italy for the 82nd edition of the Italian Open, teeing off from June 26–29, 2025, at the Argentario Golf Club in Tuscany. With a $3 million purse and crucial Race to Dubai and Ryder Cup qualification points on the line, this year’s event promises high drama on one of Europe’s most scenic and technical layouts.
Tournament Overview
Event: 2025 Italian Open (DP World Tour)
Dates: June 26–29, 2025
Venue: Argentario Golf Club, Porto Ercole, Tuscany
Course: Par 71 6,857 yards Designed by David Mezzacane & Baldovino Dassù
Purse: $3 million
Race to Dubai Points: 3,500
Defending Champion: Marcel Siem
Featured Players to Watch
Jayden Schaper (+2800)
The South African is trending upward with multiple top-10s in 2025. His tidy short game and scrambling ability make him a strong fit for Argentario’s small, sloping greens.
Alex Fitzpatrick (+5000)
A rising English talent, Fitzpatrick’s precision iron play and calm demeanor could shine on a course that rewards accuracy over power.
Oliver Lindell (+6600)
The Finnish standout shot a 62 here during last year’s Challenge Tour event. His familiarity with the layout and elite approach stats make him a live longshot.
John Parry
The 2024 Italian Challenge winner at this very course, Parry’s scrambling and bogey avoidance are tailor-made for Argentario’s tricky setup.
Course Breakdown: Argentario Golf Club
Style: Coastal, linksy feel with Mediterranean vegetation
Key Traits: Small greens, undulating fairways, exposed to wind
Signature Holes: Back nine offers panoramic views of the Orbetello Lagoon
Past Events: Hosted the Italian Senior Open (2022) and Italian Challenge (2024)
“Argentario is short but demanding—players must shape shots, manage wind, and scramble well. It’s a ball-striker’s test with a premium on course management.”
Key Stats for Success
Strokes Gained: Approach
Scrambling %
Bogey Avoidance
Driving Accuracy
Top Picks
Jayden Schaper – Trending form, elite short game
Alex Fitzpatrick – Strong iron play, value at 50/1
Ewen Ferguson – Great record on similar layouts like Muthaiga and Adamstal
Dark Horses
Brandon Robinson Thompson (+7000): Underrated ball-striker
Martin Couvra: Top-10 in SG: Approach this season
First-Round Leader Bets
Look for streaky scorers like Wil Besseling or Justin Walters, both of whom have gone low here before.
How to Watch
UK: Sky Sports Golf (daily coverage from 12:00 BST)
US: Golf Channel (times TBC)
