Not only will this event mark the very first time professional female golfers will play competitively in the region, it will also be the last event of the 2019 season. The 72-hole stroke play competition will be a milestone in the history of the sport. in Kenya and will help motivate the next generation of female players across the country.

The size of the field is expected to be 96 and in an invitation to the players, Ambassador Dr Amina C. Mohamed, Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Sports, Culture and Heritage, said: “We are happy to host the Magical Kenya Ladies Open for the first time. We hope that your participation will inspire other women to take up the sport and awaken their potential to play professionally. We welcome all female players to Kenya and wish everyone a rewarding experience in our magical country. "

Broadcast live across the world to millions of viewers, the event will showcase Kenya as a unique golf and vacation destination and make the country a major player on the world stage, not only in terms of golf but also sport. in general.

Dirk Glittenberg, CEO of U.COM Event, explained: “Our long term vision of bringing professional women's golf to Kenya is finally becoming a reality. We are always striving to find new destinations for the Ladies European Tour and the Kenyan coast will be very memorable for all the players, their guests and viewers around the world. "

Marta Figueras-Dotti, President of the Ladies European Tour, commented: “The announcement of the Magical Kenya Ladies Open is a proud moment for everyone at the Ladies European Tour and we are delighted to help Kenya build its reputation as a preferred golf destination for women. "

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