Michigan Magic Returns as DGLO Heats Up with Star-Studded Field
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The wait is over for fans of disc golf as the Discraft Great Lakes Open (DGLO) makes its highly-anticipated return to Michigan for the 39th consecutive year. This iconic event has been a benchmark for top players in the sport since its debut on the PDGA National Tour in 2003.
Over the years, DGLO has established itself as a must-watch competition, with some of the most thrilling performances in disc golf history taking place at the Toboggan course. One notable highlight was Paul McBeth's unforgettable 18-under par round in 2018, which left fans and opponents alike in awe. In 2019, Paige Pierce dominated the field to claim her second consecutive win.
This year promises to be no different as a star-studded lineup of players converges on Michigan for the DGPT's return to Elite Series status. Ricky Wysocki and Sarah Hokom won the event in 2013 when it resumed its National Tour status, while Pierce looks to become the first three-time winner since Ken Climo's six-year winning streak from 1995-2000.
Other notable players competing for the coveted title include Eagle McMahon, who took home his first DGLO win in 2020 with a steady performance of three consecutive rounds of 11-under par. Chris Dickerson and Wysocki were hot on his heels, but ultimately fell just short by a single stroke.
The Toboggan course has undergone significant upgrades since last year's event, including the installation of permanent tee boxes, an increase in course length to over 10,000 feet, and two new holes – one of which is Hole 5, which has been praised by competitors for its challenging design. The traditional elevation changes and punishing rough that Toboggan is known for remain unchanged, ensuring another dramatic and unpredictable weekend.
The event marks a significant milestone in the disc golf calendar, with fans eager to witness the top players in action once again. To catch all the excitement, tune into the Disc Golf Network (DGN) for live coverage starting at 1 p.m. ET on Friday, featuring the MPO feature card and FPO feature card teeing off at 1:24 p.m. ET and 3:20 p.m. ET respectively.
In addition to DGN, fans can also watch a free simulcast of both divisions on the DGPT YouTube channel for the final round only on Sunday, July 25. With instant scoring updates available through UDisc Live throughout the tournament, there's no better time to be a part of the disc golf community.
The Discraft Great Lakes Open is proud to operate in Phase 3 of the COVID-19 Requirements and Best Practices for PDGA Elite Series Events, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all competitors and spectators.
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