Los Naranjos Trophy 2023 golf tournament came to an end on the 4 May after some excellent games and fond moments that will go down in history. This classic event for golf enthusiasts, with its 30th anniversary in 2024, celebrated its 29th edition this year with Swedish Patrik Wennerholm taking home first prize. An event which has made its mark on the Costa del Sol’s calendar thanks to the glamour and incredible buzz it creates in the region, we’ll give you the highlights from this year’s edition.
Los Naranja Trophy, a high-flying occasion
Amidst the hectic agenda of golf competitions in the province of Malaga, after 29 years of contests, Marbella still stands out, thanks to the women's Los Naranjos Trophy golf tournament. This 4-day annual event brings the best amateur golfers together at a great golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., Los Naranjos Golf Club.
Source: Los Naranjos GC Marbella
In 2023, the competition kicked off on the 1 May with all the preparation needed for an event of this kind. Golf buggies, golf-playing enthusiasts, support services and the golf course Pro-Shop’s doors wide open were all clear signs of how important this tournament is for this golf resort in Marbella. During the four days of golf playing until the gala dinner and prize-winning ceremony on the final day, players of different ages and backgrounds battled it out with a maximum handicap of 20 and Slope rating. The handicap and Slope system is aimed at standardising the game between experienced golf players and less seasoned golfers.
Los Narajos Trophy golf tournament 2023 included a welcome dinner, a warm-up round on the first day, with up to 25 award-winning players at the closing gala, in which the winner received a set of golf clubs, a silver trophy, and a trip to golf’s birthplace, Scotland, with the chance to play at three of the best golf courses in the world: Kingsbarn Golf Links, Dumbarnie Links and Kittocks.
Comfort and the highest standards
The great amenities offered to participants and the attention to detail clearly visible in the event’s organisation, are what sets Los Naranjos Trophy tournament apart from other competitions. Here, gastronomy, the fiesta, and live music play as much of a role as the golf itself. The Marbella vibe, famous for being one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the Costa del Sol, Spain and even in Europe, is reflected in this competition of four rounds from beginning to end.
Los Naranjos Ladies Summer League, the next women’s golf event
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Now the golf course at Los Naranjos Golf Club counts down the days until the beginning of the next big competition: the Ladies Summer League, which will take place in June and July 2023. Without a doubt one of the most keenly anticipated women’s golf tournaments in Marbella, it has everything to delight spectators.
Eight weeks of golf players giving it their all with two options to choose from: play just one Wednesday out of the eight weeks, or count your four best rounds. Whatever you choose, it’ll be the perfect opportunity for you to test out this great course. There’ll be weekly prizes and a final dinner gala and party so that you can enjoy not just the marvellous sport of golf, but also the magic of sharing moments with other golf fans, and the Costa del Sol’s fabulous weather. It’s a very promising tournament indeed.
As you can see, golf tournaments in the Costa del Sol are welcoming, diverse and high-quality. Dare to discover this golf paradise, whether that be by playing on one of its many courses, or enjoying its jam-packed tournaments calendar.
