Aussie Open Marks New Era for Disc Golf Down Under

The inaugural Aussie Open has concluded, marking a significant milestone in the development of disc golf Down Under. The event, held at the Mundaring Sporting Club in Western Australia, was the culmination of years of planning and hard work by the tournament staff and crew. As the final putt dropped, a sense of pride and relief washed over the gallery, acknowledging the achievement of hosting a Major event for the first time in Australian history.

The course, designed by Chris Finn and his team, was praised by players for its challenging layout and high-quality playing conditions. Paul McBeth, one of the world's top disc golfers, was blown away by the event and hospitality provided, saying it was "one of the best events I've ever played in." The course has been hailed as a true diamond in the bush, with one player comparing it to a fusion of the Memorial and European Opens.

Despite being relatively fresh in Australia, with only 40 years of history, the sport is growing rapidly. New clubs are emerging, and more players are getting involved every day. This has resulted in a shortage of professional players, which was offset by inviting amateur golfers to participate alongside the pros. Local champion Arana Kenyon and Rami Roppo from Finland took home top honors in the Advanced division.

Simon Feasey from New Zealand started the final round with a significant lead but faced stiff competition from German Martin Doerken. However, it was Simon's smooth play on the challenging Gold track that ultimately secured his win by 11 shots. Valarie Jenkins, the Open Women's champion, played an incredible game, averaging over 980 in each of her rounds and finishing with a total score of +7.

The event also featured a strong performance from Paul McBeth, who held off German whiz kid Simon Lizotte to take his seventh Major title and fourth outside of the States. The Men's Open division saw a tight battle between these two top players, with McBeth eventually emerging victorious by six throws.

As the tournament concluded, the players were treated to a traditional aboriginal dance routine, adding to the local flavor and heritage that has made Australian disc golf so welcoming. Congratulations to all the champions of the 2015 Aussie Open, and here's hoping this is just the beginning of an exciting new era for the sport in Australia.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/all-around-world-same-song