BALTIC SENIORS CUP

Description

BALTIC SENIORS CUP 2026

TOURNAMENT RULES

GENERAL

1.1 Time and Place

The Baltic Seniors Cup will take place at Otepää Golf Centre on June 6-7, 2026.

The competition will start on June 6 at 13:00 with consecutive tee-offs from the 1st tee, and on June 7 at 9:30 with consecutive tee-offs from the 1st tee. In case of at least 90 participants, the competition committee may decide to have a shotgun start on both competition days instead of consecutive tee-offs.

1.2 Game Format

The competition rounds will be played over two consecutive days, with 18 holes per day, following the R&A Rules Limited, local rules approved by the competition committee, and the competition guidelines. Female competitors play from the red tees, male seniors play from the yellow tees, and male veterans play from the blue tees.

The format of play is Handicap Stroke Play. Participants will play Handicap Stroke Play on both days to achieve an overall score, but concurrently, Stableford points will also be recorded.

Participants also have the option to participate solely in the Stableford points competition. Additionally, players who decide to pick up their ball during Stroke Play and not continue the round will have their scores recorded for the Stableford points competition.

Best Country Award: To participate in this category, each country must be represented by at least one participant in each competition class. The best Handicap Stroke Play result in each competition class (senior M, senior F, veteran M, veteran F) will be added together, and based on the resulting ranking, the winning country will be determined. The name of the winning country will be engraved on the trophy.



1.3 Qualification

The competition is open to all senior and veteran amateur golfers meeting the age requirements from Estonia and neighboring countries. All participants must be: a) Amateur golfers in accordance with the rules of amateur golf based on the R&A Rules Limited. b) Ladies aged 50 and above (seniors), 60 years and above (veterans), and gentlemen aged 50 and above (seniors), 65 years and above (veterans). The age requirement must be met as of June 1, 2025. c) Female competitors play from the red tees, male seniors play from the yellow tees, and male veterans play from the blue tees.

1.4 Number of Participants

The maximum number of participants in the competition is 120. If more than 120 players wish to register, the competition committee has the right to allow more players from each country in the competition (section 2.1).

1.5 Golf Carts and Other Transport Aids

Golf carts are permitted with a) a medical certificate, b) for veterans. Booking of golf carts and MotoCaddies is done through the Caddiemaster on a first-come, first-served basis.

ENTRANTS

2.1 Information

Registration is done via email at info@otepaagolf.com and Golfbox.

Each participating country has 16 pre-booked spots for the competition, which must be confirmed no later than 14 days before the competition. After this, available spots will be given to other players. The competition committee has the right to make changes to the competition guidelines as needed.

The registration deadline is June 2, 2026, at 12:00, and the starting lists will be published on Golfbox on June 4.

2.2 Waiting List

If the number of registrants exceeds 120, priority for entry into the competition is given to the sponsor on the waiting list. After that, participants from countries with fewer than 16 competitors will be preferred, and the first available spot will be given to the country with the smallest national representation. Once each participating country has a full team of 16 players, spots will be filled from the waiting list by the player with the lowest handicap who registered earliest. Participation fees will be refunded to all registrants who are excluded from the list of participants, regardless of the reason.

PRIZES

3.1 Overall Victory

In Handicap Stroke Play, the top two players in each competition category over the two days will be awarded trophies and prizes provided by sponsors.

In Stableford points competition, the top two players in each competition category over the two days will be awarded trophies and prizes provided by sponsors.

The winner of the Best Country category in Handicap Stroke Play will receive a trophy that will be kept in the club where the competition took place for one year. The winning country's name will be engraved on the trophy.

3.2 Special Competitions

3.2.1 Separate competitions for men and women

Hole 1: Longest Drive for SENIOR MEN, VETERAN MEN, SENIOR WOMEN, AND VETERAN WOMEN (held separately by category on the first day)

Hole 4: Hole-in-One competition for all amateur participants, with a prize in value of 10 000€. HOLE-IN-ONE competition will end when first HOLE-IN-ONE has been made. Prize will be given out first player shooting the Hole-in-One, if all tournament and Insurance conditions are fulfilled.

Hole 13: Closest to the Pin for SENIOR MEN, VETERAN MEN, SENIOR WOMEN, AND VETERAN WOMEN (held separately by category on the second day)

3.3 Tiebreaker

In the event of a tie in Handicap Stroke Play, the winner will be the player with the lower handicap. In the event of a tie in Stableford competition, the winner will be the player with the lower handicap. If there is still a tie, the player with the better score on the second day will win. If there is still a tie, the player with the better cumulative score on the three most difficult holes of the second competition day will win. If there is still a tie, the competition committee will make the final decision regarding the winner.

4. ENTRY FEES

Golf cart rental €45, MotoCaddie rental €22 (or according to the price list with discounts for shareholders, players with playing rights, and club members)

Please transfer the fees to the bank account of Lõuna-Eesti Golf SA EE732200221069145866

The entry fee includes: Green Fees for two rounds of golf, practice balls, use of trolley, light snack before the round, 4 bottles of water, post-competition dinner, and Saturday evening entertainment. Dinner for accompanying guests: €25/dinner once.

After June 02, 2026, entry fees will not be refunded in case of cancellation.

5. Referee and Committee

Referee: Lembit Dalberg

Committee: Kristi Laur, Tarmo Tsernjavski, Lembit Dalberg.

Otepää Golf Center

Saagjärve kinnistu

Mäha, Valga maakond, Estonia

Otepää Golf Center is a full-length championship golf course featuring 18 holes with a par of 73, located in Mäha village, Otepää municipality in southern Estonia. The course was designed by Finnish architect Pekka Wesamaa, with the first nine holes opening in 2006 and holes 10-18 completed in 2007. The course is notable for offering a par-6 hole (hole 10), which is rarely found in Nordic golf courses, providing a unique experience for players. Otepää is considered one of Estonia's premier and highest-quality golf courses, designed for golfers who appreciate strategic play and varied terrain within a natural setting. The layout accommodates golfers of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced players, featuring undulating landscape with diverse natural scenery. Players traverse approximately 5-10 kilometers during a round. The course hosts regular club championships and tournaments throughout the year, with an active competitive calendar. Otepää Golf Center offers comprehensive amenities including a restaurant, practice facilities, instruction programs, and membership options for both casual and dedicated golfers.