NEWS FROM SPAIN

By Camille Paris

In 2025, Spain’s junior golf calendar has been filled with major events that continue to strengthen the country’s reputation in youth development. The year opened with the Daily Mail World Junior Golf Championship at Anantara Villa Padierna (Marbella) from February 19-21, featuring 214 players from 37 countries. In June, Óliver de Wint and Diego Gross captured titles at the Spanish Infantil Championship, while the Global Junior Golf Open was held at Emporda Golf (Girona) in March.

One of the biggest developments this season has been the growth of hybrid competition formats. The Faldo Virtual Series, launched on January 1, 2025, gives juniors aged 7 to 21 the chance to compete through TrackMan simulators on famous courses such as St. Andrews, Wentworth, and Moonlight Basin.

Toptracer-powered ranges across Spain, including the 40-bay facility at Centro Nacional de Golf in Madrid, are also attracting thousands to the game. Monthly Toptracer Challenges continue to expand access to affordable, structured competition.

Although participation data is still emerging, the trend is clear: golf is becoming more accessible. Young players can now train and compete without the need for long-distance travel or elite club memberships, as live events and virtual tournaments help remove barriers of cost and geography.