Historic Discraft Great Lakes Open Returns with Star-Studded Field

For nearly four decades, the Discraft Great Lakes Open has been a benchmark of excellence in disc golf. The event's rich history is filled with unforgettable performances from the world's best players. This year's edition promises to be no exception as it returns for its 39th consecutive year at the iconic Toboggan course in Michigan.

The tournament, which debuted on the PDGA National Tour in 2003, has a long tradition of delivering thrilling competition. Paul McBeth's incredible 18-under par round in 2018 and Paige Pierce's dominant win in 2019 are just two examples of the many memorable moments that have taken place at DGLO over the years.

In 2021, the tournament is back on the Disc Golf Pro Tour (DGPT) schedule, and it looks like it will be a weekend to remember. Ricky Wysocki and Sarah Hokom won their respective titles in 2013 when DGLO returned to the PDGA National Tour after a brief hiatus. Since then, Hokom has claimed her second win at the event, while McBeth took home his first of two consecutive victories.

Paige Pierce will be looking for a third-straight win this year, having dominated the competition in 2020 with a six-stroke victory. Eagle McMahon also had a strong showing last year, finishing just one stroke behind Pierce and earning his first DGLO win. Other notable past winners at DGLO include Elaine King, who has nine victories under her belt, as well as Des Reading, Catrina Allen, and Juliana Korver, each of whom have won four times.

Toboggan, the temporary course that hosts the event every year, has undergone some exciting changes for 2021. The installation of permanent tee boxes and a boost in course length to over 10,000 feet are just two of the upgrades that players will face this weekend. Additionally, two new holes have been added, including Hole 5, which has received rave reviews from competitors.

Despite these changes, Toboggan remains true to its signature elevation and punishing rough, setting up another dramatic and intense competition in Michigan. The world's top players will be on hand to battle it out for the top prize, making this a must-watch event for disc golf fans everywhere.

For those who want to catch all the action live, there are several options available. The Disc Golf Network (DGN) will be providing exclusive coverage of the tournament, including post-produced videos and behind-the-scenes content. A subscription to DGN includes access to exclusive shows, touring pro interview series, podcasts, and other segments not available anywhere else.

In addition to the live broadcast on DGN, fans can also catch the final round of both divisions simulcast for free on the DGPT YouTube channel on Sunday, July 25. Instant scoring will be available throughout the tournament via UDisc Live, providing up-to-the-minute updates from the competition.

For more information on the Discraft Great Lakes Open and to stay up-to-date on all the latest news and results, be sure to check out PDGA.com daily for recaps of the action and follow the DGPT on social media for behind-the-scenes insights into the world's top disc golf events.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/how-watch-dgpt-great-lakes-open