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At the crossroads of two strategic axes (the south Paris - Saclay axis and the Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines - La Défense - Seine Valley axis), SQY combines economic dynamism, innovation, cultural and sporting influence and quality of life . Major hub of Île-de-France, Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines is the economic heart of Paris-Saclay, the French-style Silicon Valley. With its 16 companies including 900 groups with more than 35 employees (500 companies with more than 13 employees) including JCDecaux, Lenôtre, Bouygues 1, Mercedes-Benz France 000, Dassault, Technocentre Renault, Valéo… SQY a today the second largest GDP in France after Paris.

This showcase of French know-how and excellence has for priority to be a major support for the development of an extraordinary innovation at the cutting edge of technology. It is deployed in areas as varied as that of education (children equipped with tablets, rearranged classes, digital boards, etc.), space exploration (scientific instruments developed at the Observatory of Versailles - Saint-Quentin-en -Yvelines - OVSQ) or even public works: “La Route Solaire” from Colas, capable of harnessing solar energy and producing electricity locally.

SQY is also a hotbed of innovation and sports performance. Like an "open-air sports ground", the territory is home to exceptional sports facilities such as the SQY National Velodrome (which houses the National Cycling Federation) and the SQY National Golf, the only golf course in the world. to host the Ryder Cup (September 25-30, 2018) and the Olympic Games in 2024.

SQY: a DNA made of economic development, innovation and high-level sport

The territory displays a remarkable sporting commitment, serving the major international sporting events that it will host:

■ from September 25 to 30, 2018: the Ryder Cup
■ from July 26 to August 11, 2024: the Olympic Games
■ from August 28 to September 8, 2024: the Paralympic Games

Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines and its inhabitants are very committed to supporting these two unprecedented events. Committees of volunteers, fans and support have already been formed and are gathering more enthusiasts every day. The JOSQY 1 mascot, created especially for the Games, has already been adopted by Saint-Quentin residents. Social networks (# SQYavecPARIS2024), local events (On the way to the Olympics, Golf Experience), Village Ryder Cup, countdown ... SQY is increasing the opportunities to involve residents and promote the region around high-level sport.

A sign of this sporting appeal, the Minister of Sports, Laura Flessel, came to SQY last May to inaugurate the Sporting Club de Bouygues 2. Sport is part of the dynamics and attractiveness of SQY.

To support this synergy, SQY organizes in particular, every year, the Trophée des Entreprises (TDE 3). For this tenth edition (May 2018), Saipem, Renault, Egis, Mercedes, BDO, Orange, Bouygues, La Poste, Thalès, Safran or even Sodexo, Style and Design, Eramet Research and many others, represented the ecosystem economic Saint-Quentin. With a total of 204 teams, there were 630 participants to cross the finish line, in the heart of the SQY National Velodrome.

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The Ryder Cup: third most publicized sporting event in the world

With the idea of ​​welcoming the World, SQY is stepping up golf awareness campaigns. The objective is to explain the rules and the stakes of this legendary competition: the Ryder Cup. Passing through Europe in 2018 and for the first time in France, at SQY, this meeting arouses enthusiasm. To fully experience the event, a “Ryder Cup, let's go into legend” booklet was distributed to more than 100 copies throughout the territory, in June 000, via the territorial magazine. He explains the history of this extraordinary competition, recalls the rules of the game and gives the translation of some technical terms.

One year before competition 1, on October 7, 2017, SQY launched the “Village Ryder Cup” 2 as a preview at the “Golf Experience” general public event at the Golf National. The village is an ephemeral and nomadic installation, a roadshow, which allows you to discover golf 2: initiations, augmented reality, competition to win places for the Ryder Cup ...

In September 2018, the village will have done a one-year road show, with more than 30 dates across the country. To complete the system, a dedicated website has been launched: enterdanslalegende.fr

It allows Saint-Quentin residents to follow the latest Ryder Cup news and all upcoming events in the area, with a dedicated hashtag: #entronsdanslalegende. It is also possible to subscribe to a newsletter, sent once a month, to stay informed of the latest Ryder Cup events at SQY.

The countdown begins !

On D-100 days before the Ryder Cup, on June 16, residents of Saint-Quentin will be able to participate in the “Golf Experience” 3 event. Games, initiations, prizes to be won, moments of relaxation, around the practice of golf. This year, “Golf Experience” will be present in town at Espace Saint-Quentin, with an urban practice, in the center of a lake.

Participants will be able to see live street art performances, discover golf through many free events, win places for the Ryder Cup or the HNA Open de France and see Trophy 1 displayed on site for the occasion. The Saint-Quentinois benefit from an exclusive promotional offer for the HNA Open de France: a purchased seat, a free seat.

D-1 month before the Ryder Cup, on August 25, SQY and its partner France Miniature, will offer a day of entertainment around the Golf, in the amusement park. Note: a practice specially designed to hit balls over the "Atlantic" and places for the prestigious competition to be won. An original day to discover or rediscover France Miniature through golf… and vice versa!

All golf with Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines!

SQY, partner of the French Golf Federation and then of the European Tour, has been deploying golf promotion and development actions since 2012.

With its three golf courses (SQY National Golf, Isabella Golf and Blue Green Golf), Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines stands out as a golf destination.

For children and the general public, many golfing events have emerged in the area over the past five years. Hosting the Ryder Cup next September is the culmination of SQY's passion for golf.

Children on the green

SQY has been carrying out several awareness-raising operations with young people 2, since 2013. In the classes, but also for the young people of the Secours populaire, the Red Cross and the Méquignon foundation, half-days of awareness-raising enabled golf to be discovered. 3 students (including 839 in 782) from the 2018 municipalities in the territory.

Operation Crocogolf, supported by the Lacoste Foundation, has benefited young people in social and educational difficulties, allowing them to play golf all year round, on Wednesdays. Thanks to the involvement of companies, Club Face (founded in 1999 by SQY companies to unite economic players in their societal commitment), led the operation “Go young people! ".

To go further, SQY has imagined and designed a unique and innovative educational tool: My golf notebook 3 launched in 2015. Intended for students in CM1 and CM2 classes, this tool has made it possible to tackle several subjects, through golf . From English to mathematics, it has been used by more than 30 students in the department. A real success since this tool has been qualified by the rector of the Academy of Versailles as a “high-level educational document”. Success which inspired other academies, such as Nancy or Toulouse.

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The SQY National Golf, an exceptional site

Created in 1990, the SQY 1 National Golf has three courses: the Albatross, on which the Ryder Cup will be played, the Eagle and the Oiselet. It is one of the European sports complexes which can accommodate more than 70 people.

Its spectacular 18-hole course, the Albatross, is loved by the greatest champions from five continents and makes it the leading golf stadium in Europe.

For 25 years, it has been the flagship of French golf and each year hosts the French Open 2, which joined the very closed circle of the Rolex Series last year. The National Golf has been distinguished by the Ministry of Youth, City and Sports for its environmental role.

Recently, the many actions of the Golf National in terms of biodiversity and eco-management allowed the GEO (Golf Environment Organization) labeling of the site. This European label engages the social responsibility of golf courses and advocates better management of water, energy and biodiversity.

The Golf National will be the scene of a legendary sporting event, just like in 2024, on the occasion of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

SQY makes every effort to host the Ryder Cup in the best conditions. It thus allows its inhabitants to gain places and enjoy a Fan Zone installed at the same time as the competition.

To know more : www.sqy.fr

To read also on the same subject: Golf National: the genesis of the construction of the 2018 Ryder Cup theater