MEET THE PLAYERS
Born in 1993, Italian golfer Matteo Manassero was a cornerstone of the Italian National Golf Team for many years. His career has been marked by numerous top-10 finishes and appearances on the PGA Tour, with notable successes at a young age, including winning the Castelló Masters in Spain at just 17. In 2010, he was named Rookie of the Year, followed by victories in three more European Tour tournaments, including the prestigious BMW PGA Championship in 2013. In 2024, he regained his DP World Tour card and promptly won the Workwear Johnson Open.
Turning professional in 2010 at just 17, Jenny Shin quickly qualified for the LPGA Tour through Q-School. Her rookie season in 2011 was a standout, with four top-10 finishes and a 20th place on the money list. Since then, she has consistently performed, securing multiple top-10 finishes each season. Her success on the LPGA Tour has solidified her reputation as one of the top players in the game. With years of experience and a strong work ethic, she is poised to continue competing at the highest levels of women's golf for years to come.
Born in 1992 in Orange County, California, to an Indonesian mother and a Dutch father, Johannes Veerman initially studied medicine before choosing to pursue a career in professional golf. After spending three years on the Asian Tour, he moved to Europe and earned his full DP World Tour card in 2019. In 2021, he claimed his first title at the D+D REAL Czech Masters.
Born in Rome in 1999, Alessandra Fanali transitioned from competitive swimming to golf at the age of 10. She won her first championship in 2015, followed by the European Team Championship the next year. During her college years at Arizona State, she enjoyed great success with the Sun Devils. By 2022, her achievements included strong finishes in several tournaments, including the Ladies Italian Open and the British Amateur.
Born in 2000 in Biella, Gregorio De Leo developed his passion for golf from his mother, who introduced him to the sport at the age of 6. It was love at first sight. After winning several tournaments early in his career, he turned professional in 2021, making his debut at the Italian Open. In 2022, he won the Alps Tour Order of Merit after claiming victory in three tournaments and also secured the PGAI Championship. Since 2023, he has been competing on the Challenge Tour.
Born in Germany in 1999, Alexandra Försterling had an impressive amateur career before turning professional in December 2022 by winning the LET Q-School in Spain. In 2023, she claimed victory in two Ladies European Tour tournaments, earning her LPGA Tour card. In 2024, she added to her achievements with wins at the Aramco Team Series in Tampa, Florida, and the Amundi German Masters in her home country.
Born on August 22, 2001, Benedetta Moresco is a standout Italian golfer with an impressive amateur career and achievements with the Alabama Crimson Tide women's golf team. Known for her strong academic and athletic skills, she has consistently performed at both national and international levels. Career highlights include qualifying for the 2023 U.S. Women's Open, where she finished as the low amateur, and earning multiple honors such as 2022 WGCA Second Team All-America, SEC Scholar Athlete of the Year, and invitations to prestigious tournaments like the Augusta National Women's Amateur. She has set records in collegiate golf and excelled in international competitions, making her a rising star with a bright future in professional golf.