Spanish Open 2025: history, favorites, and qualification for the Masters at Augusta at the Real Club de Campo Villa de Madrid
The 2025 Spanish Open arrives at the Real Club de Campo Villa de Madrid, consolidating itself as one of the biggest golf events in Spain and an essential stop on the DP World Tour. From October 9 to 12, the best golfers in the world will compete not only for the prestigious trophy but also for a unique reward: automatic qualification for the Masters at Augusta and The Open Championship, two of the most iconic tournaments in global golf.
History of the Spanish Open: over a century of golfing tradition
The Spanish Open was first held in 1912, making it one of the oldest and most prestigious tournaments in Europe. Since 1972 it has been part of the European Tour (now the DP World Tour) and has seen legends such as Seve Ballesteros, Sergio García, Bernhard Langer, and Jon Rahm claim victory, Rahm being a three-time champion (2018, 2019, and 2022).
The tournament represents the heart of professional golf in Spain, a meeting point for generations of golfers who have left their mark on the country’s finest courses. In recent years, the event has found its ideal home in Madrid, where thousands of fans enjoy a unique experience in an unparalleled blend of urban and natural surroundings.
Real Club de Campo Villa de Madrid: a stage for champions
The Real Club de Campo Villa de Madrid is one of the most emblematic clubs in the country. Founded in 1930, it features a legendary course designed by Javier Arana: the Campo Negro, the usual venue of the Spanish Open. Its location, just minutes from the city center, makes it a standout reference in Madrid’s golf scene and the perfect setting to host a top-level international tournament.
Beyond golf, the club is synonymous with sporting history, having hosted equestrian, hockey, tennis, and swimming competitions. Its blend of tradition, natural beauty, and modernity positions it as one of the finest courses on the European circuit.
Recent champions and memorable highlights
In the latest edition, Málaga-born Ángel Hidalgo stunned the golf world with a memorable victory in 2024. The year before, Frenchman Matthieu Pavon came out on top with a spectacular -23. But if one name stands out in the tournament’s recent history, it is Jon Rahm, who in 2022 achieved an incredible -25, the tournament’s absolute record.
These triumphs have reinforced Spain’s dominance at the Spanish Open, generating high expectations for this new edition at the Club de Campo Villa de Madrid.
Favorites for the 2025 Spanish Open: Rahm, García, and Hidalgo lead the pack
Among the favorites for this edition are Jon Rahm, the biggest star in Spanish golf and one of the best players in the world; Ángel Hidalgo, who will be looking to defend his title; and Sergio García, another legendary figure hungry for victory. Joining them are international names such as Shane Lowry, Patrick Reed, and Joaquín Niemann, ensuring a top-tier sporting spectacle.
A historic prize: direct ticket to the Masters and The Open Championship
The main attraction of the 2025 Spanish Open is that the winner will earn a direct spot to compete in the Masters at Augusta and The Open Championship. This incentive makes the Madrid tournament a unique opportunity to break into the global golf elite.
