This Week in Golf: Rory in Canada, Legends in Fiji and the LPGA returns to New Jersey
Across the Atlantic, the DP World Tour tees off at The International in Amsterdam for the KLM Open, a key stop on the European Swing offering over $2.5 million in prize money and a competitive international field.
On the women's side, the ShopRite LPGA Classic runs June 6–8 at the scenic Seaview Bay Course in New Jersey. With a $1.75 million purse, this staple event gives players a chance to sharpen their form ahead of the season's next major.
Meanwhile, in Asia, the Korean Tour stages the Baeksang Holdings–Asiad CC Busan Open in South Korea, where top regional players will battle it out for $750,000 at Asiad Country Club.
Senior golf fans can look forward to the Vuksich & Borich Fiji Legends Golf Classic, part of the Asian Seniors Tour, taking place June 10–12 at Denarau Golf & Racquet Club. With AUD 75,000 on the line, this pro-am format draws respected veterans and passionate amateurs alike. While not part of a major professional circuit, it's a standout event on the senior calendar.
Finally, Hua Hin in Thailand will host more than 2,500 golfers from around the globe at the Centara World Masters, Asia's premier amateur golf tournament. Running from June 8–14, this vibrant, multi-day festival of golf showcases the sport's community spirit and international appeal.
Whether it's PGA prestige or grassroots passion, there's something for every golf fan this week.
The Schedule
PGA Tour
RBC Canadian Open
Dates: June 5–8
Venue: TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (North Course), Canada
Significance: This historic tournament is the third oldest continuously running event on the PGA Tour, following The Open and the US Open.
Total Purse: $9.8 million
DP World Tour
KLM Open
Dates: June 5–8
Venue: The International, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Significance: Part of the European Swing, this tournament attracts a competitive international field.
Total Purse: Over $2.5 million
LPGA Tour
ShopRite LPGA Classic presented by Acer
Dates: June 6–8
Venue: Seaview, Bay Course, Galloway, New Jersey, USA
Significance: A staple on the LPGA calendar, this event offers players a chance to fine-tune their game ahead of upcoming majors
Total Purse: $1.75 million
Asian Tour
Korean Tour – Baeksang Holdings–Asiad CC Busan Open
Dates: June 5–8, 2025
Venue: Asiad Country Club, Busan, South Korea
Total Purse: $750,000
Significance: A key event on the Korean Tour, attracting top regional players.
Asian Seniors Tour – Vuksich & Borich Fiji Legends Golf Classic
Dates: June 10–12, 2025
Venue: Denarau Golf & Racquet Club, Fiji
Significance: Part of the Asian Seniors Tour, featuring veteran professional golfers. as
Total Purse: AUD 75,000
Amateur Event – Centara World Masters
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