Turkish Airlines Open Returns with Top Golfers

The Turkish Airlines Open has returned to the DP World Tour after a six-year absence, featuring top golfers such as Tiger Woods and Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald at the luxurious Regnum Carya Golf and Spa resort in Antalya, Türkiye. The tournament has attracted a strong field, including several South African golfers, who are looking to make their mark on the tour.

Dylan Frittelli, a South African golfer, is one of the contenders, having finished second in the event in 2017. He is feeling confident ahead of the tournament, citing improvements in his game that he believes will help him challenge for the title. Frittelli has evolved as a player since 2017, becoming a longer ball striker, which has allowed him to be more aggressive on the course.

The South African contingent also includes Jacques Kruyswijk, the best-ranked South African in the field, and Dylan Naidoo, who is making his debut on the DP World Tour. Naidoo won the Investec South African Open and is looking to recapture his form in Antalya. The field features a mix of youth and experience, with several South Africans looking to break through and others seeking to regain form and status on the DP World Tour.

The Regnum Carya Golf Club, where the tournament is being held, features a unique tee box at the 16th hole, located on top of a villa, providing players with a dramatic view of the surrounding area. The hole, which measures between 460 and 470 yards, features two groups of bunkers down the right side and a protected green left, making it a challenging test for the golfers.

The Turkish Airlines Open is set to be an exciting tournament, with a strong field and a challenging course. The South African golfers will be looking to make their mark on the tour, and the unique features of the course, such as the 16th hole, will provide an added challenge for the players. With the tournament expected to feature low scores, it will be interesting to see who emerges as the winner.