The Butterfield Bermuda Championship today announced details for its highly anticipated Local Qualifier presented by Brit Re, where Bermuda’s best golfers will have the chance to compete for three spots in the 2025 PGA TOUR event at Port Royal Golf Course.
The Local Qualifier will be held on October 1 & 2 at Port Royal Golf Course, challenging participants to bring their best game on one of the island’s most picturesque and demanding layouts. This two-day, 36-hole, competition is open exclusively to Bermudian professional golfers, amateur golfers, and other local players who meet eligibility requirements:
Players must possess Bermudian status or equivalent
Players must be in good standing with the BGA and BPGA and not subject to any disciplinary process or sanction of either association
Amateurs must have an up-to-date Handicap Index, or equivalent handicap issued by an international body of golf, not exceeding 1.4 under the USGA Handicap System
The top 3 finishers of the Local Qualifier will earn a coveted exemption into the 2025 Butterfield Bermuda Championship field, joining an elite lineup of PGA TOUR professionals from around the world.
"The Local Qualifier is a special part of our tournament’s identity,” said Tournament Director, Danielle Carrera. “It gives our talented Bermudian golfers the chance to showcase their skills and compete on a truly global stage. Every year, it’s a source of immense pride for our community and a reminder of the incredible golfing talent right here at home. We are thrilled to welcome Brit Re as the sponsor of the qualifier this year, allowing the experience for players to improve and the event to expand for the community.”
The Butterfield Bermuda Championship has quickly become a highlight of the island’s sporting calendar, attracting world-class players, passionate fans, and international media coverage. For local competitors, the qualifier is more than just a tournament—it’s an opportunity to represent Bermuda on the PGA TOUR and inspire the next generation of golfers.
Entry forms and eligibility guidelines are available at https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/5569433. Spectators are welcome to attend and cheer on Bermuda’s finest as they compete for the chance of a lifetime.
The Butterfield Bermuda Championship will take place November 13-16 at Port Royal Golf Course. For more information about the tournament or to volunteer and purchase tickets, please visit www.butterfieldbdachampionship.com
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