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Victor Dubuisson, a former DP World Tour champion, shocked the golf community by winning the Biarritz Cup after announcing his retirement less than a year ago. Demonstrating exceptional skill with impressive rounds of 62, 65, and 61, he secured victory in a playoff against Jorge Maicas. Remarkably, Dubuisson opted to donate his winner’s prize to his competitor. Shifting his focus to coaching and nurturing young talent, his recent win raises questions about his future, and whether he will continue competitive play or fully embrace his new role.
Biarritz – Victor Dubuisson, a former two-time DP World Tour champion and 2014 Ryder Cup participant, made headlines with a surprising return to competitive golf by winning the Biarritz Cup on the Alps Tour. The tournament victory comes less than a year after Dubuisson announced his retirement from professional golf at the age of 33 in December 2023. The Biarritz Cup victory marks a remarkable comeback for Dubuisson, who has been away from the competitive scene since withdrawing from his last two tournaments in the previous season.
In an impressive display of skill, Dubuisson showcased his golfing prowess with rounds of 62, 65, and 61, finishing the tournament at an impressive 19 under par. His path to victory culminated in a playoff where he defeated Spain’s Jorge Maicas with a birdie on the second extra hole. After winning, Dubuisson made headlines once again by declining his winner’s paycheck of approximately €7,600 (around $9,000), citing personal principles and choosing to direct the prize money to his competitor Maicas instead.
Despite having initially intended to pursue competitive opportunities with LIV Golf for the 2024 season, Dubuisson later withdrew his name from consideration. He expressed that the solitude associated with professional golf had become increasingly burdensome and revealed plans to transition into coaching. Although he retired from high-stakes competition, he reflected positively on his career. Dubuisson was not disheartened about never achieving the pinnacle of being World No. 1, expressing satisfaction with his accomplishments in the sport.
Dubuisson’s journey includes approximately $11.9 million in earnings from the DP World Tour, alongside over $1 million in 29 appearances on the PGA Tour. He was previously recognized as the world’s top amateur golfer in 2009 before turning professional shortly after. Throughout his career, Dubuisson garnered attention for pivotal performances, including an impressive outing against Tiger Woods in 2013. His choice to walk away from the demanding life of a touring professional has prompted discussions about the balance of personal relationships and competitive endeavors, leading him to focus more on coaching and nurturing young talent in golf.
His recent win at the Biarritz Cup raises questions about the future trajectory of his career. Dubuisson received a sponsor’s exemption to participate in the tournament, and he expressed gratitude towards Gerald Bouhourd, the president of C&S Partners, for his invitation and ongoing support of emerging golfers. Their friendship, developed through their shared love of the game, has inspired Dubuisson to coach some of Bouhourd’s players, further entrenching his commitment to contributing to the sport on a community level.
As the golfing world observes Dubuisson’s unexpected return to competitive play, it remains to be seen whether he will pursue a full comeback on the professional circuit or continue to focus on his new path in coaching. The Biarritz Cup victory serves as a testament to his enduring abilities on the course, suggesting that although he has stepped away from high-level competition, his golf skills are still sharp. Whether this win reignites a competitive spirit in Dubuisson or solidifies his new coaching career remains a topic of speculation among fans and analysts alike.
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- Golf.com: Victor Dubuisson Declines Winning Check
- AmateurGolf.com: Former Ryder Cup Star Victor Dubuisson Wins in Playoff
- Golfweek: Victor Dubuisson Returns, Wins on Alps Tour, Refuses Prize Money
- Wikipedia: Victor Dubuisson
- BVM Sports: Victor Dubuisson Wins Biarritz Cup, Declines Prize Money Citation
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