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A new season is on the horizon

The HGM Tour will return in 2027, with new stages, new courses and more opportunities to experience hickory golf.

The official dates will be announced soon. Subscribe to the newsletter to be among the first to discover the 2027 Tour.

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The first Tour

In 2026, the HGM Tour began its journey across five distinctive stages, bringing together players, historic courses and a shared passion for the traditions of the game.
From the opening round to the Final, discover the players, results and moments that defined the inaugural season.

Tour Events 2027

The HGM Tour 2027 invites HGM Members and their guests to embark on a new season of classic golf. 
This year's Tour will visit seven esteemed Golf Clubs, giving players the chance to enjoy exceptional courses while embracing the values, traditions, and spirit of hickory golf.

Explore the 2027 Tour dates and locations below.

 

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G.C. Barlassina

Saturday the 24th April 2027

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G.C. Losone

Saturday the 22th May 2027

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G.C. Varese

Saturday the 19th June 2027

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G.C. Andermatt

Saturday the 24th July 2027

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G.C. Villa d'Este

Saturday the 28th August 2027

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Saturday the 4th September 2027

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The Hickory Masters 2027

Wed 15th , Thu 16th & Fri the 17thSeptember 2027

Please note that registrations for The Hickory Masters 2027 are managed separately and do not take place through the HGM Tour. To participate, please register directly through the dedicated Hickory Masters 2027 page.
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The first official HGM Tour champion

Sergey Sarkisiants

With 143 points, Sergey Sarkisiants became the first official HGM Tour Champion, claiming the title at the end of the inaugural season.


Across five stages, Sergey Sarkisiants wrote his name into the history of HGM, becoming the first player to claim the Tour title and setting the first chapter of a new hickory golf tradition.

Sergey Sarkisiants at SHO Open, Lenzerheide
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Members' Club

An exclusive community offering access to curated events, early access to trading opportunities, and exclusive member benefits.


Membership goes well beyond access: it embodies commitment to a tradition. Members, both men and women, become part of a global circle of enthusiasts who embody the principles of heritage, excellence, and sportsmanship. From private gatherings to legacy preservation initiatives, the Club is where passion meets purpose. 

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Museum

Located at 11 Via Peri in the heart of Lugano, the Museum showcases a unique collection of over 1,300 original hickory clubs. Serving as a cultural and historical reference point for golf enthusiasts, scholars, and collectors, it offers a rare opportunity to test and experience historical equipment first-hand. 


Each piece tells a story of craftsmanship, evolution, and the soul of the game. The Museum is a hub of knowledge, restoration, and inspiration. Visitors leave with a deeper understanding of the sport’s early spirit and enduring legacy. 

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Show room

A dedicated place for buying, selling, and restoring original hickory clubs and accessories. This division connects collectors with authenticated pieces and ensures they remain in use and in care. We also welcome donations or sale of rare pieces for exhibition. 


Our Showroom is where heritage finds new custodians. Every transaction is backed by expertise, provenance, and preservation ethics. The seasoned collector and new enthusiast alike will discover objects telling enthralling stories, ready to be continued. We value the concept of "Timeless Passion". 

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The Final

The Swiss Hickory Open 2027 Final is set to take place at Golf Club Lugano, marking the conclusion of the HGM Tour season with two days celebrating the tradition and essence of hickory golf.

Additional information regarding the Final, including details on participation and registration, will be shared soon.

 

 

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G.C. Lugano - Swiss Hickory Open

Fri 15th & Sat 16th of October 2027


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G.C. Losone

Saturday the 25th April 2026

Sergey Sarkisiants 

38 pt

Francis Reilly

35 pt

Cecilio Di Pietro

28 pt

Alessandro Ponti

26 pt

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G.C. Ascona

Saturday the 6th June 2026

Alessandro Ponti

37 pt

Pier Michele Bernardo

35 pt

Andrea Visani

26 pt

Pier Paolo Rampino

26 pt

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G.C. Andermatt

Friday the 17th July 2026

Alessandro Ponti

37 pt

Paolo Quirici

31 pt

Daniel Dallinger

25 pt

Niccolò Franchi

23 pt

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G.C. Villa d'Este

Sunday the 30th August 2026

Sergey Sarkisiants

41 pt

Paolo Quirici

32 pt

Alessandro Ponti

32 pt

Robert Williams

30 pt

SWISS HICKORY OPEN 2026

The closing chapter

The 2026 HGM Tour reached its final chapter at the distinguished Golfclub Lenzerheide, home of the Swiss Hickory Open.

Two days of competition brought the inaugural season to a fitting close, celebrating the traditions, etiquette and shared spirit at the heart of hickory golf.
Robert Williams emerged as the final stage winner with 70 points, concluding a season that had taken the Tour across five remarkable stages.

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G.C. Lenzerheide

Fri 11th & Sat 12th of September 2026

Robert Williams 70 pt
Paolo Quirici 66 pt
Sergey Sarkisiants 64 pt
Szilvia Karpati 54 pt

The end of an unforgettable season

From Losone to Lenzerheide, the first HGM Tour brought together players, traditions and memorable moments across five unique stages.

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Eight golfers in traditional hickory golf attire standing together on the green at Golf Club Patriziale Ascona during the HGM Tour 2026.
Participants in the 2026 Hickory Golf Masters Tour pose together on the golf course in traditional golf attire, holding vintage clubs and bags.
Golfers in traditional hickory golf attire standing together on the green at Golf Club Villa d'Este, Como during the fourth stop of HGM Tour 2026.
Golfers in traditional hickory golf attire standing together on the green at Golf Club Lenzerheide SHO Open 2026, HGM Tour
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Final Order of Merit 2026

The final ranking was determined by each player’s six best Stableford scores of the season, including the Final, rewarding consistency and performance across the different stages of the Tour and ultimately defining the inaugural HGM Tour standings.

1 Sergey Sarkisiants 143 pt
2 Alessandro Ponti 132 pt
3 Szilvia Karpati 102 pt
4 Robert Williams 100 pt
5 Daniel Dallinger 98 pt
6 Nicola Valerio 97 pt

Scoring system and prizes

The best 6 stableford added total scores played in the events above (10 rounds in total) will determine the winners.
The prizes will be offered in form of HGM Museum vouchers.

1st Prize value CHF 800

2nd Prize value CHF 700

3rd Prize value CHF 600

4th Prize value CHF 500

5th Prize value CHF 400

 

The award ceremony of the final event will take place at the

HGM Museum, Via Peri 11, 6900 Lugano

Award ceremony

The award ceremony of the final event will take place at the:

Hickory Golf Masters Museum
Via Peri 11
6900 Lugano

Display of vintage hickory-shaft golf clubs in glass cases at the Hickory Golf Masters Museum in Lugano, showing an array of antique wooden-shaft clubs and early iron heads with descriptive labels, illustrating the craftsmanship and historical evolution of golf equipment

Additional Informations

Members of the HGM Club will be invited to these events (greenfee & food included).

Non-Members of the HGM Club will be charged CHF 250 / event.

Rental sets will be made available at the cost of CHF 200/round for guests. 

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