WILLEMSTAD – Curaçao is set to strengthen its position on the international golf map with the arrival of the MCB Caribbean Legends Pro-Am 2026, scheduled to take place from May 1 to 3 at the Blue Bay Golf Course.
For the first time, the island will host a tournament affiliated with the Legends Tour, the international circuit for professional golfers aged 50 and older. The tour features former Ryder Cup players, major tournament participants, and winners from the European Tour.
The event will be led by Jamie Donaldson, who famously secured the winning point for Europe in the 2014 Ryder Cup. His involvement underscores the high level of competition expected on the island.
The tournament also forms part of the 25th anniversary celebrations of the Blue Bay Golf Course and marks the beginning of a long-term partnership, with an even larger edition already planned for 2027.
According to Blue Bay Curaçao CEO Sepp Koster, the event goes beyond sport alone. He described it as an opportunity to engage the local community, inspire youth participation, strengthen business partnerships, and further position Curaçao internationally.
Title sponsor Maduro and Curiel’s Bank is also emphasizing social impact during the tournament week. Through the “MCB Charity Beat the Pro” initiative, funds will be raised for the Churandy Martina Foundation, with participants competing alongside professional golfers in a closest-to-the-pin challenge.
In addition, 50 local children will have the opportunity to learn the sport during the MCB Kids Day, where they will receive instruction directly from Legends Tour professionals.
Organizers have opened registration for companies, partners, and golf enthusiasts who wish to participate in the Pro-Am format, offering amateurs the chance to play alongside international golf legends.
The event is expected to attract players and visitors from Europe, the United States, and beyond, further boosting Curaçao’s visibility as a destination for international sporting events.
