International Pairs Tournament 2026
The International Pairs Tournament 2026 at Quinta do Lago is set to be a captivating event, taking place from the 3rd to 6th December 2026 at Laranjal Golf Course. This 36-hole competition will feature a maximum of 40 teams, each comprising 2 players. The format is a 2 Better Ball, with each player required to use 6 drivers. The maximum playing handicap is set at 24 for men and 28 for women, with a 3/4 handicap allowance.
Event Dates
- 3rd to 6th December 2026
The Tournament package includes:
- 3-Night stay at The Magnolia Hotel
- Daily buffet breakfast
- Personalised welcome gift (QDL hat, golf towel, tees, etc.)
- 2 Tournament Golf Rounds at Laranjal Golf Course
- Driving range balls for practice
- Prize presentation gala dinner at the Clubhouse
- Prizes
Prizes for the Tournament:
- 1st Prize: Free entrance on 2027 Tournament
- 2nd Prize: 3 nights + 2 rounds at Arabella Golf, Mallorca
- 3rd Prize: 2 nights at The Magnolia Hotel + 1 round of golf at Quinta do Lago golf courses
Competition format:
- 36-hole competition with a maximum of 40 teams of 2 players using a 2 Better Ball format, calling for 6 drivers per player
- Maximum playing handicap of 24 for men and 28 for women with a 3/4 handicap allowance
Programme:
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3rd December
From 09:23 - Practice round at Laranjal Golf Course (on request) -
4th December
09:52 - First competition day at Laranjal Golf Course -
5th December
09:04 - Second competition day at Laranjal Golf Course
19:00 - Prize presentation dinner at the Clubhouse -
6th December
Departure day
More Information:
Laranjal Course
The Algarve's most charming and picturesque golf course
Laranjal opened in 2009 and was voted Best Golf Course at the 2011 Portuguese Travel Awards.
Originally an orange grove, the par 72 championship course is situated 2 km east of the resort, in the Ludo Valley. Boasting spectacular fairways and well-defined greens, Laranjal is renowned for its five beautiful lakes, umbrella pines, cork-oaks and orange trees.
At 6,480 metres in length, the challenging course demands the highest level of concentration and accuracy. Its distinctive rolling terrain has been expertly designed and manicured to provide a world-class golfing experience.
Featuring five par 5s, eight par 4s and five par 3s, the course is sown with Bermuda grass on the fairways and Penn A4 on the greens, ensuring excellent putting surfaces throughout the year.
