Bernd Wiesberger: Home game at the Austrian Alpine Open in Salzburg!
Bernd Wiesberger: Home game at the Austrian Alpine Open in Salzburg!
Henndorf am Wallersee, Österreich - The Austrian Alpine Open start on Thursday in the Gut Gettertann Golf Club, and the anticipation is noticeable among players and fans. International golf stars enjoy life and have prepared for the upcoming tournament. Among them stands out Bernd Wiesberger, who starts with the best prospects. The Styrian professional Lukas Nemecz prepares players to practice Austrian terms, which ensures a relaxed atmosphere.
Bernd Wiesberger has a special connection to this tournament, which he won in 2012 and which was a crucial turn in his career for him. This is now his 14th participation in Austrian Alpine Open, after he has not been there since 2017, mainly because of an injury and the Covid 19 pandemic. "For me, the home tournament in Gut Altenann is the highlight of the season," explains Wiesberger. He played the golf course in advance to get a home advantage and feels in good shape after recently taking the 25th place at the Soudal Open in Belgium.
a strong field and local talent
A total of 14 Austrian players are in the field of participants, including six amateurs, and Wiesberger is optimistic about the competition. Maximilian Steinlechner makes his debut on the DP World Tour and is looking forward to being able to refuse in his home state. Wiesberger himself has achieved four top ten places in this tournament in the past, which gives him a certain tension, but also the opportunity to shine in front of a home crowd.
The challenges of the square should not be underestimated. Gut Altentann is the first 18-hole golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus and is known for its many water hazards. "Precise game is required here, especially on the back nine holes," said Wiesberger. The rising requirements on the pitch drive the players to call up their best performance.
A look at the future
Beyond the Austrian Alpine Open, there is also news about Wiesberger's career. In January 2024, he plans to return to the DP World Tour. After a challenging year 2023, in which he could only take part in two tournaments due to sanctions and injuries, he would like to gain a foothold again. His membership for the 2024 season was accepted and he plans to play a full season.
This has the opportunity to qualify for the majors, although he notes that the awarding of points in the DP World Tour is poor. His brother Niki, sporting director of the tournament in Henndorf am Wallersee, brings his large international network in event and athletes management to make the event a success.
The Austrian Alpine Open are not only a sporty highlight, but also an opportunity for the players to enjoy the beauties of Austria and at the same time interact with their homeland. Foreign players practice Austrian expressions, with some slightly falling while others are challenging. For many, the return of this tournament is a reason for joy and a step in the right direction for golf in Austria.
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