Turkish Delight!

Justin Rose wins back-to-back for the first time, as Antalya hosts the fifth Turkish Airlines Open. Charles McLaughlin reports from the spectacular Regnum Carya Golf & Spa Resort, hosting the event for the second time

The 16th tee perched atop a luxury villa!

In Rose, the organisers undoubtedly got the champion they must have wished for. However, it’s also clear that Turkey and in particular Antalya was also a winner, with the images being broadcast worldwide. The luxurious all-inclusive Regnum Carya resort was home to players, family, caddies, officials and media throughout the week and made for one of the most entertaining stops on Tour. The resort literally becomes part of the course, with the 16th tee perched atop a luxury villa!

As the sun set and the presentation ceremony began, sponsor Turkish Airlines had one final flourish up their sleeve with a dramatic delivery of the trophy - by hoverboard! It was a fitting high-flying climax to a superb week of world-class golf and hospitality.

Dramatic delivery of the trophy by a hoverboard!

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Written by Charles McLaughlin

Photography by Charles McLaughlin

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