+++ Pro-Am Tournament kicks off BMW International Open +++ Gareth Bale plays with Luke Donald and German NHL stars +++ Long Drive World Champion Martin Borgmeier also tees off +++
Munich. The BMW International Open (2–6 July 2025, GC München Eichenried) traditionally teed off today with the Pro-Am tournament. Among the morning starters was Welsh football legend Gareth Bale. The five-time Champions League winner played alongside European Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald (ENG) and German NHL stars Moritz Seider and Tim Stützle.
Joining defending BMW Australian PGA Champion Elvis Smylie (AUS) on the course were three top long drivers: German world champion Martin Borgmeier, Ryan “The Canadian Lumberjack” Gregnol (CAN), and Sam Judah (USA). The trio will also take part in the “Launch Control” long drive event on Saturday (5 July), delivering a special golfing experience and electric atmosphere. The show match will begin immediately after play ends (around 17:30) on the 18th green. Admission will be free from 16:00 on that day, giving sports fans the chance to enjoy both “Launch Control” and the final stages of the third round at no cost.