Lowdown on the 2026 BMW International Open.

Contents:

• 37th edition.
• EAGLES FOR EDUCATION.
• Long drive event “Launch Control”.
• Prize money.
• Player field.
• Statement Stephan Jäger.
• Pro-Am tournament with celebrities.
• TV times.
• Video screen & tournament podcast.
• Hole-in-One Award.
• Getting there by public transport – free shuttle bus service.
• Getting there by car & parking.
• Ticket shop.
• Partners.
• Tournament history facts & figures.

37th edition.

BMW has been the organiser of the BMW International Open since 1989. No other tournament on the DP World Tour has been held for so long under the same name and with the same partner. The BMW International Open was also BMW’s first involvement in professional golf. The roots of the BMW Golf Cup, which has long since established itself as the largest international tournament series for amateur golfers, stretch back as far as 1982.

EAGLES FOR EDUCATION.

The BMW Group will support Philipp Lahm Foundation for Sport and Education by donating € 1,000 per eagle at the BMW International Open. Like last year, the 2026 organisation of choice is once again the. The shared goal is to provide children and young people with expertise in the fields of exercise, nutrition and personal development. In 2025, the BMW international Open raised € 73,000 for the Philipp Lahm Foundation.

The BMW Group views itself as part of the community and wishes to contribute to overcoming the challenges of today and tomorrow. With this in mind, the BMW Group is running “Eagles for Education” at BMW title tournaments around the world, in order to help ensure that all young people have access to an education.

‘Launch Control’ featuring with two world champions.

Once again this year, visitors can look forward to monster drives and an electrifying atmosphere as the grandstands at the 18th green are transformed into a long drive arena as ‘Launch Control’ is back. On Saturday afternoon (July 4), after the conclusion of the third round (around 5:30 p.m.), a spectacular showdown will take place when the 2022 Long Drive World Champion, Germany’s Martin Borgmeier, faces off against the 2025 World Champion, Zack Holton from the USA. In addition, surprise guests will contribute to a spectacular golf event of a different kind – an experience not to be missed.

Admission is free from 4 p.m. on this day, allowing sports fans to enjoy both ‘Launch Control’ and the final stages of the third round at no cost.

Prize money.

This year, the total prize fund stands at three million US dollars for the first time, of which 510,000 US dollars go to the winner.

Top international players in the field (as of 23rd June 2026).

Byeong-Hun An (KOR), Abraham Ancer (MEX), Josele Ballester (ESP), Rafa Cabrero Bello (ESP), Dan Brown (ENG, defending champion), Martin Couvra (FRA), Ewen Ferguson (SCO), Sergio García (ESP), Pablo Larrazábal (ESP), Thriston Lawrence (RSA), Sebastián Muñoz (COL), Joaquín Niemann (CHI), Carlos Ortitz (MEX), Marco Penge (ENG), Patrick Reed (USA), Jayden Schaper (RSA), Bernd Wiesberger (AUT), Danny Willett (ENG)

German players in the field (as of 23rd June 2026).

Martin Kamyer, Matti Schmid, Freddy Schott, Nicolai von Dellingshausen, Marcel Siem, Marcel Schneider, Max Kieffer, Dominic Foos, Finn Kölle (AM), Thomas Georg Schmidt (AM)

Former winners in the field (as of 23rd June 2026).

Martin Kaymer (2008), Pablo Larrazábal (ESP, 2011, 2015), Fabrizio Zanotti (PAR, 2014), Thriston Lawrence (RSA, 2023), Ewen Ferguson (SCO, 2024), Dan Brown (ENG, 2025)

Current DP World Tour Entry List:
https://www.europeantour.com/dpworld-tour/bmw-international-open-2026/entry-list

Statement Stephan Jäger.

Unfortunately, Stephan Jäger has withdrawn from the BMW International Open. The 37-year-old says: “Unfortunately, my results on the PGA TOUR this season have not been as good as I would have hoped. So, it is with a heavy heart that I have decided not to come to Munich and instead to keep working on my PGA TOUR eligibility. I would like to apologise to golf fans in Germany and wish them and tournament organiser BMW an amazing BMW International Open.”

European debut for Brad Dalke.

His golf videos on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok have been viewed millions of times worldwide. Now, at the 2026 BMW International Open, he can be seen live when American Brad Dalke will tee off in Munich with a wild card. Dalke should not be underestimated as an athlete. In 2016, he reached the final of the U.S. Amateur Championship and earned a spot at the 2017 Masters. Also in 2017, he played a key role in helping the University of Oklahoma’s college team win the NCAA National Championship. Dalke’s steadily growing fan base in Germany can look forward to witnessing the 28-year-old’s first appearance at a professional golf event in Europe.

Pro-Am tournament.

The Pro-Am tournament takes place on Wednesday 1st July and features a number of big-name athletes from other sports as well as celebrities from the world of showbiz. Admission is free. Play starts at 08:00 in the morning and 13:30 in the afternoon (both shotgun starts).

Celebrities.

Football: Philipp Lahm, Oliver Bierhoff, Jonas Hofmann, Patrick Herrman, Martin Harnik

Winter sports: Johannes Lochner, Tobias Wendl, Tobias Arlt

NHL ice hockey: Moritz Seider, Tim Stützle

Basketball: Andreas Obst, Johannes Voigtmann, Danilo Barthel

Motorsport: BMW M works driver Jordan Pepper

Tennis: Philipp Kohlschreiber

Track and field: Lars Riedel (Olympic discus champion)

Golf (long drive): Martin Borgmeier

Film and TV: Kai Wiesinger, Kostja Ullmann, Florian Gallenberger

TV times in Germany.

This year, MagentaSport will be broadcasting the BMW International Open for the first time and will also be producing a one-hour preshow programme live from Golfclub München Eichenried. The entertaining programme will be available for anyone to view for free on Thursday and Friday, even without a Magenta TV subscription.

Thursday and Friday (no subscription necessary)

11:30-12:30: Preshow programme

12:30-18:00: Round 1 and 2 live

Saturday and Sunday (Pay TV)

12:00-13:00: Preshow programme

13:00-18:00: Round 3 and 4 live

Video screen with live data.

At the heart of the Tournament Village is the large video screen, which is visible from the beer garden and a large lawn area – the perfect place to refuel without missing any of the action. As well as live coverage, a second screen also continuously shows comprehensive live statistics, data and animations. AI algorithms and a high-definition 3D model of the golf course create data-rich stories. The result is a golfing experience with a depth of detail you will struggle to find elsewhere. Furthermore, the makers of “Tee Time”, the official BMW International Open podcast (https://tee-time.golf), will also interview fascinating guests in front of the video screen each day.

Hole-in-One Award.

The traditional Hole-in-One Car that will be presented to pro golfers who manage to get an ace on the 17th hole (par 3) is a very special model this year; it will be announced and revealed during the tournament week.

Electrified shuttle fleet.

A fully electrified BMW shuttle fleet will be in operation at the BMW International Open. The on-site charging stations are fed with 100 percent green electricity and were installed by BMW in collaboration with Golfclub München Eichenried. Outside of the tournament, they are available at all times to club members and guests.

Getting there on public transport – free shuttle bus service.

From Thursday to Sunday during the tournament week, a free shuttle bus service will run from Ismaning S-Bahn station between 07:00 and 20:00. The buses will run regularly and continuously during these hours. However, there are no parking spaces at Ismaning S-Bahn station – this service can only be used by S-Bahn passengers. A valid S-Bahn ticket must be shown when boarding the bus.

Getting there by car.

The BMW International Open can be reached from the A9 motorway (Munich to Nuremberg) by taking the Garching-Süd exit and following the B 471 towards Ismaning. Continue on the B388 towards Erding. Please make sure you follow local road signposting.

Navigation address.

Goldacher Straße, 85452 Moosinning, Germany

Parking.

Weather permitting, parking is available at the tournament site. Parking is free for all visitors in officially designated car parks. A parking space is not guaranteed.

Ticket shop.

Tickets for the BMW International Open are available at:

www.bmw-golfsport.com/tickets

Discounted tickets are available for young people (15-17 years), students and people with disabilities. The ticket price includes a free shuttle bus service between Ismaning S-Bahn station and the golf club from Thursday to Sunday, as well as free parking at the tournament site, subject to availability. Admission to the Pro-Am tournament (Wednesday, 1 July 2026) is generally free. Children and young people up to and including the age of 14 also have free admission on all other days. For the first time, the BMW International Open 2026 will offer an after-work ticket for Thursday or Friday, which is valid from 3 pm and is available at half the price of a day ticket.

Partners.

The BMW International Open would not exist without them: our partner family. Tournament organiser BMW is very grateful to have a whole host of renowned companies and brands at its side, actively supporting the hosting of the tournament. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our main partners Buffalo Trace, Commercetools, HCL Tech, Emirates, Puma and Rolex, corporate partners Antenne Bayern, Husqvarna and Telekom, and all our supplier partners.

Facts and records from the history of the tournament.

Most wins (2).

Paul Azinger (1990 and 1992), Thomas Bjørn (2000 and 2002),

Pablo Larrazábal (2011 and 2015), Henrik Stenson (2006 and 2016)

Youngest winner.

Martin Kaymer (23 years and 177 days, 2008)

Oldest winner.

Ernie Els (43 years and 248 days, 2013)

Lowest 18-hole score.

Thorbjørn Olesen (61 shots, -11, 2018)

Lowest 72-hole score.

John Daly (261 shots, -27, 2001)

Lowest final round by a winner.

Peter Fowler (63 shots, 9 under par, 1993)

Wire-to-wire winners.

David Feherty (1989), Sandy Lyle (1991), Ernie Els (2013), Li Haotong (2022)

Largest winning margin (5 shots).

Mark McNulty (1994), Frank Nobilo (1995), David Horsey (2010), Fabrizio Zanotti (2014), Pablo Larrazábal (2015)

Play-offs.

1990: Paul Azinger beat David Feherty

1992: Paul Azinger beat Glen Day, Anders Forsbrand, Mark James and Bernhard Langer

1997: Robert Karlsson beat Carl Watts

2006: Henrik Stenson beat Retief Goosen and Padraig Harrington

2011: Pablo Larrazábal beat Sergio Garcia

2012: Danny Willett beat Marcus Fraser

2014: Fabrizio Zanotti beat Rafael Cabrera-Bello, Grégory Havret and Henrik Stenson

2019: Andrea Pavan beat Matt Wallace

2022: Li Haotong beat Thomas Pieters

Holes-in-one (27) and Hole-in-One Cars won (8).

Jay Townsend (12th hole, round 4, 1991), BMW 325i Cabrio

Steen Tinning (8th hole, round 4, 1992)

Domingo Hospital (8th hole, round 2, 1994)

Florian Bruhns (AM) (8th hole, round 1, 1995)

Gary Evans (3rd hole, round 3, 1995)

Alex Cejka (8th hole, round 1, 1997

Domingo Hospital (2nd hole, round 3, 1997)

Thomas Bjørn (2nd hole, round 2, 1999)

John Daly (12th hole, round 1, 2001)

Raphaël Jacquelin (17th hole, round 2, 2001), BMW Z8

Andrew Coltart (2nd hole, round 2, 2003)

Colin Montgomerie (8. Loch, 3. Runde, 2009)

Jean-François Lucquin (17th hole, round 4, 2010), BMW 535i

Alexander Knappe (2nd hole, round 2, 2011)

Andrew Marshall (16th hole, round 2, 2012), BMW 640i Gran Coupé

James Heath (16th hole, round 4, 2014), BMW i8

Richie Ramsay (16th hole, round 1, 2016), BMW M760Li xDrive

Sergio Garcia (11th hole, round 2, 2016)

Andres Romero (2nd hole, round 1, 2017)

Paul Peterson (2nd hole, round 1, 2017)

Aaron Rai (16th hole, round 2, 2018), BMW i8 Roadster

Gaganjeet Bhullar (17th hole, round 2, 2019), BMW M8 Competition Coupé

Vincent Normann (16th hole, round 3, 2021)

Takumi Kanaya (12th hole, round 1, 2023)

Joost Luiten (8th hole, round 2, 2023)

Connor Syme (2nd hole, round 3, 2023)

Matthis Besard (12th hole, round 1, 2024)

Albatrosses (4).

José Maria Olazábal (11th hole, round 2, 2001)

Rafa Echenique (18th hole, round 4, 2009)

Vincent Normann (16th hole, round 3, 2021)

Max Kieffer (11th hole, round 1, 2022)

Low cut.

139 shots (-5), 1992 and 1997

High cut.

148 shots (+4), 1990 and 2018

Venues.

Golfclub München Eichenried (1989-1993, 1997-2011, 2013, 2015, 2017, since 2019)

St. Eurach Land- und Golfclub (1994-1996)

Golf Club Gut Lärchenhof (2012, 2014, 2016, 2018)

All winners.

2025: Dan Brown (ENG)

2024: Ewen Ferguson (SCO)

2023: Thriston Lawrence (RSA)

2022: Li Haotong (CHN)

2021: Viktor Hovland (NOR)

2020: No tournament due to COVID-19 pandemic

2019: Andrea Pavan (ITA)

2018: Matt Wallace (ENG)

2017: Andrés Romero (ARG)

2016: Henrik Stenson (SWE)

2015: Pablo Larrazábal (ESP)

2014: Fabrizio Zanotti (PAR)

2013: Ernie Els (RSA)

2012: Danny Willett (ENG)

2011: Pablo Larrazábal (ESP)

2010: David Horsey (ENG)

2009: Nick Dougherty (ENG)

2008: Martin Kaymer (GER)

2007: Niclas Fasth (SWE)

2006: Henrik Stenson (SWE)

2005: David Howell (ENG)

2004: Miguel Angel Jiménez (ESP)

2003: Lee Westwood (ENG)

2002: Thomas Bjørn (DEN)

2001: John Daly (USA)

2000: Thomas Bjørn (DEN)

1999: Colin Montgomerie (SCO)

1998: Russell Claydon (ENG)

1997: Robert Karlsson (SWE)

1996: Marc Farry (FRA)

1995: Frank Nobilo (NZL)

1994: Mark McNulty (ZIM)

1993: Peter Fowler (AUS)

1992: Paul Azinger (USA)

1991: Sandy Lyle (SCO)

1990: Paul Azinger (USA)

1989: David Feherty (NIR)