Tournament: Portugal Masters
*Date: *Thursday 4 – Sunday 7 November 2021
*Field: 108 *Players
Format:
The tournament will be a 72-hole stroke play event. The field will play one round on each of the first two days, after which the leading 65 players (and those who tie for 65th place) will go forward to the third and fourth rounds.
In the event of a tie for the first place there will be a hole-by-hole play-off.
Prize Presentation
The Prize Presentation will be held on the 18th green upon the conclusion of play (approximately 16:45) on Sunday 7 November.
*Prize Money *
Prize fund $1,500,000
R2D points 2,750
*Tickets *
Tickets for each of the four Portugal Masters competition days will be priced at €8 for juniors (12-17 years), €17 for concessions and €20 for adults.
Under-11s can attend for free, however they must be registered and have a ticket. Please contact customerservice@europeantour.com with your Under-11s request, quoting your booking order number in the email subject header.
A full ticket FAQ is provided here.
The only official sales channel to purchase tickets for the 2021 Portugal Masters is via the ticketing platform Eventbrite. The resale of tickets on unofficial platforms contravenes the European Tour’s ticket terms and conditions and such sales render the ticket void.
Hospitality Tickets
There is no Public Hospitality at this event.
Covid 19 Update
The European Tour will continue to follow Government advice about coronavirus and will comply with all the latest rules. We ask all ticket holders to please familiarise themselves with the latest information on Ground Ruleshereand the Tournaments specific Spectator Code of Conduct information TBC (info on how the event will be manged).
*Television Broadcast *
The Portugal Masters is beamed to over 490 million homes around the world in more than 150 countries every week, generating in excess of 2,200 global broadcast hours for each event and will be broadcast live on SKY SPORTS and SPORT.TV.
Local time GMT
Thursday 4 November 12:00-17:00 12:00-17:00
Friday 5 November 12:00-17:00 12:00-17:00
Saturday 6 November 12:30-17:00 12:30-17:00
Sunday 7 November 12:00 16:30 12:00 16:30
Spectator's Etiquette
- Remain still for each shot and do not move until all the Players in the group have played or holed out.
- Kneel or sit down if you are in the front row. Consider other spectators when using an umbrella.
- Do not speak to the players while they are on the course.
- Please keep behind the ropes and barriers on the course and use the official crossing points.
- Walk, don’t run, and obey the course marshals – they are trying to make your day more enjoyable.
- There is no dress code in public areas.
- Dress accordingly for the weather conditions. Sensible shoes should be worn. No metal spikes allowed.
- Please listen to any public address announcements and follow instructions from officials and volunteers should they be necessary.
Course
Spectators can move freely around the golf course but please stay outside the ropes. Controlled crossing points, which are clearly marked by signposts and manned by course Marshals, should be used when crossing fairways.
Evacuation Procedure
If it is necessary to evacuate the site, please follow the instructions of the course marshals, volunteers and event officials in an orderly fashion.
Marshals
Chief Marshal Graham Wallage and team will be managing the Portugal Masters volunteer programme. The Marshals are extremely influential in helping to ensure that play runs smoothly.
The purpose of a Marshal is to ensure that the competitors are able to compete under the best conditions.
Many of the marshals have volunteered at a number of other golf events across the country and have a good understanding of the appropriate golfing etiquette.
*Banking *
No ATM onsite.
*Merchandise *
A wide range of Official 2021 Portugal Masters merchandise is on sale at the Official Merchandise Shop located in the Public Village.
Can I bring my own food and drink?
No picnics / picnic hampers allowed.
Alcoholic beverages are also not permitted to be brought into the venue.
Public Catering
The Public Village boasts 5 catering units and an undercover seating area. The public village is adjacent to the 18th Green.
Oncourse catering is available at the 6th green area.
Oncourse catering is at the 13th green area.
On-Course Toilet Facilities
At above catering hamlets.
Accessibility toilet is located at the Championship Village.
Grandstands
There are grandstands at the following locations.
18th Green
1st Tee
*Leaderboards *
Leaderboards are located on holes: 6, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17.
There is also a digital leaderboard and big screen located in the Public Village and on the 18th Green.
*Inclement Weather *
Observe the leaderboards and big screens throughout the golf course for weather warning signs that will appear prior to inclement weather moving into the area. Spectators are advised to take precautions PRIOR to play being suspended. If the siren sounds, seek shelter immediately, avoiding the following:
Open areas
Hilltops or high places
Isolated trees
Golf buggies
Wire fences
The Use of Mobile Phones
The use of mobile phones is permitted but restricted to dedicated areas only, where event signage will refer to them as “mobile phone zones”. Only in these dedicated areas can calls be made or received, however phones must remain on silent at all times.
The use of any cameras, computers and other electronic equipment at the Tournament Thursday to Sunday is not permitted other than with the proper accreditation. Cameras are allowed during the Pro Am on Wednesday.
Making or distributing broadcasts, commentary, news reports, data, results or statistics by any means in any format or media including any such by mobile phone or other wireless device is not permitted.
*Cameras - *Cameras are NOT permitted on tournament Days – Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Although mobile phones are permitted on all four days of the event, the use of the camera facility is as per the above.
*Bookmaker *
There are no bookmaker facilities on site.
*Are wheelchairs allowed on site at the Championship? *
Wheelchairs and other motorised chairs are allowed on the tournament grounds should you like to bring them. Golf carts and other motorised vehicles will not be available to rent or use during the tournament week.
A dedicated roped off, wheelchair viewing area, will be positioned at the front of the 18th and beside the 1st tee.
*Accessibility Car Parking: *Designated parking for Blue Accessibility Badge holders is located at the front of Car Park 3. You will need to display your Accessibility badge to gain entry. You do not need to pre-book these spaces.
Accessibility toilet is located at the Championship Village.
*Is there a Public Crèche? *
There will not be a crèche at this event.
Can I bring a child’s buggy/pushchair?
Yes you can. However please be aware of uneven terrain.
Children should always be accompanied by an adult.
The ground is uneven and particularly under wet conditions the ground may become slippery therefore appropriate footwear should be worn to avoid injury.
Are dogs permitted to the course?
Dogs are not permitted on the course with the exception of trained assistance guide dogs, and we respectfully suggest that you do not leave your pet in the car.
*Familiarise yourself with the location of First Aid stations and refreshment areas. *
On entry to the venue look for map board, this will help you find exits, key facilities and provide other key information.
Medical First Aid
Full medical and first aid facility is located close to the clubhouse. Should you require medical assistance whilst out on course, please ask a marshal or event official who can radio for assistance.
*Lost Property *
Lost property that has been found can be handed in to the nearest marshal, volunteer or event official. All items will be delivered to the Championship Office at the end of each day.
The Championship Office is located next to the Clubhouse
Left Luggage
There will not be a left luggage facility at this tournament.
Can I bring a bag / rucksack?
Bags and rucksacks are permitted at the Championship and there are no restrictions on size. For your safety, security bag searches may be in operation on entry.
