Pitch & Putt installs its International Open in Mionnay – Golf Rhône

Partners and organizers united around the Alpine A290.

After a 21st edition that crowned the Spaniard Jos� Maria Ortiz de Pinedo in Le Puy-en-Velay in 2025, the Open International de France Pitch & Putt, organized by the FPP association, will make a stop at the UGolf de Mionnay from May 8 to 10. This year, the tournament orchestrated by Patrick Giraud, president of France Pitch & Putt, will be accompanied by Alpine Store Lyon. A partnership that underscores the desire of the Lyon concession of the Premium French automobile brand, led by the RGG group (editor’s note Renault Retail Group), to establish its presence in the golf landscape of the Rh�ne region.

Over three days, this tournament will bring together the best players in the specialty. Apart from the French, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Italians, and the participation of two disabled golfers, and international Noa Auch-Roy will be noted.

During the presentation of the event on Thursday, April 23 in the Dombes, Patrick Giraud will emphasize, “Our goal remains to contribute to the democratization of golf through Pitch & Putt, which is more accessible.” He added, “With the Open de France, we can reach an audience that is not necessarily already a golfer. This allows beginners to integrate into clubs. It’s a true springboard to the 18 holes!” And the director of the site in Ain, Eric Lacoux, explained, “Today, golf must be thought of differently. Pitch & putt is technically and physically easier, faster to play. More playful and fun, it is a gateway for young people, hoping to bring out the talents of tomorrow! And he noted, “We have a superb facility at Mionnay with real obstacles and well-designed greens.”

This major event in a growing discipline will be a great way to discover the GolfFlower course and the facilities of the host club, especially the 9 holes. Throughout the weekend, many activities will also be offered with the presence of an Alpine Store Lyon test center and the new models A290 and A390 or the iconic A110. A great golf celebration is announced.

Programme
Friday, May 8: Course reconnaissance
5:30 pm Presentation of the competition and rules by the official Arbitrator
6:00 pm Opening ceremony
Saturday, May 9: Rounds 1 and 2
Sunday, May 10: Final round and prize giving

*association of law 1901 non-profit purpose, member of the FFG, whose sole objective is the promotion of the golf sport in its specialty of Pitch & Putt.

**Alpine store Lyon Sud 364 Route de Vienne, 69200 V�nissieux 04 78 77 78 96.