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Stars from across the world of golf have given their backing to next week’s Jordan Mixed Open presented by Ayla, a first-of-its-kind event that will see women and men compete alongside each other for a single prize fund.
Former European Ryder Cup player Phillip Price, two-time major champion Greg Norman, and Scottish professional Carly Booth are among several high-profile players who have been vocal in their support for the pioneering event, which will get underway on Thursday.
Booth, a multiple winner on the Ladies European Tour, commented: “I am delighted to be taking part in this unique event in Jordan. I’ve always believed that we are all equal and creating environments where that can be celebrated can only be a good thing for our sport and also for our communities. It’s a great concept and I can’t wait to get going.”
The tournament, which will see competitors from the Challenge Tour, Staysure Tour and Ladies European Tour join forces, marks the first time in history that male and female golf professionals will compete alongside each other in a full field event over the same course for a single trophy.
It’s a concept that has garnered worldwide attention, with Ayla’s golf course designer and legend of the game, Greg Norman, quick to lend his support to the innovative format.
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‘’Any initiative that sets to break down the barriers that prevent people from taking up the sport and that looks to change the narrative regarding women and girls in sport must be encouraged,” said Norman. “To construct a format in which women and men compete together over the same course is an impressive feat and there is no doubt that events that showcase golfing talent regardless of gender, such as the Jordan Mixed Open presented by Ayla, are the future of the game.”
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