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18 June 2025

The Faldo Junior Tour made its debut on Czech soil last week with a 54-hole World Amateur Golf Ranking event at the spectacular Golf Resort Telč — a venue that delivered an unforgettable week of elite junior competition. As the first Czech edition of the global series founded by Sir Nick Faldo, the event marked a milestone moment for junior golf in the country and signalled the start of a new era for the region’s most promising young players.

Set against the countryside of one of Central Europe’s most scenic landscapes, the event drew some of Czechia’s top junior talent, with boys and girls competing across four age divisions for national pride and international opportunity. A place in the Faldo Series 29th European Grand Final in Al Ain, UAE, was up for grabs for each age-group champion.

In the Boys 21 & Under category, it was Jakub Dalibor Sutor who rose to the occasion. Sutor posted rounds of 72, 72, and a final-round 70 to finish at two-under-par, sealing a two-shot win over a determined Václav Švub ml., who closed with an impressive 71 to finish level-par overall. Sutor’s calm under pressure and ability to convert key scoring opportunities made the difference down the stretch, and his victory secures his place on the international stage next season.

The Boys 16 & Under leaderboard delivered one of the most dramatic finishes of the tournament. Ondřej Doležal edged out Matyáš Krol by a single shot, carding 74-72-72 for a three-over total of 218. With no more than three shots separating the top five players throughout the week, it was Doležal’s consistency — particularly over the final nine holes — that proved decisive in a hard-fought win.

In the Girls’ divisions, Štěpánka Dušková was in control from the outset in the Girls 21 & Under field. Her rounds of 71, 72, and 72 for a total of 215 (-1) gave her a commanding three-shot win over Tereza Schubertová, who posted rounds of 72-74-72. Dušková’s all-around game — from tee to green — stood out as she recorded the lowest 54-hole score of the week.

The Girls 16 & Under division saw a strong performance from Karolína Friedrichová, who posted 74-77-79 to finish at 230. Her steady play throughout the event saw her finish ahead of Adéla Harantová and Ella Hrbatá, who stayed close but couldn’t quite close the gap in the final round.

Each of the four champions has now earned an invitation to the 29th European Grand Final, where they will compete against the top junior golfers from across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia in a truly global finale.

The event at Golf Resort Telč was a resounding success, praised for its championship course setup, organisation, and strong local participation. With Telč confirmed as a host venue until 2027, the Faldo Junior Tour is set to become a key fixture in the Czech junior golf calendar, helping to elevate the next generation of talent while connecting local players to a global pathway.

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