After a year off, the REX Hospital Open is back in Raleigh at Wakefield Plantation — but there is one new twist.
The fans that are able to score a spot will get in for free, thanks to new sponsor Drive Shack. Attendance will be limited, and tickets will be available on the REX Hospital Open website.
The event is part of the PGA Tour's Korn Ferry Tour and annually brings pro golfers to Raleigh to compete. This year, 156 pro golfers will compete in the Open, which takes place from June 3-6.
It's also a charity event to benefit REX Healthcare Foundation, and a big source of money for UNC hospitals. This year's proceeds will go towards REX's Patient Assistance Fund and Cancer Center Angel Fund, which helps with the cost of treatments, transportation and medicine, among other things. The event has raised $10 million for patients in the last 34 years, per the release.
“We are proud to help sponsor the REX Hospital Open and support its charitable mission, while enabling some of the world’s best golfers to compete in Raleigh,” Brad King, tournament chairman, said. King is also the CEO of Stitch Golf, a Raleigh-based company that produces premium golf bags, luggage and apparel. Stitch Golf is a premier partner of the event, joining First Citizens Bank, Brasfield & Gorrie and the Carolina Hurricanes.
“I am excited about this year’s tournament and for fans to get back outside and enjoy world-class golf,” Ernie Bovio, president of UNC REX, said in a release. “Our priority is the health and safety of the players, staff, volunteers, spectators and sponsors. We will follow all public health recommendations from the CDC, NC DHHS and UNC Health’s infectious diseases experts to ensure everyone can enjoy a successful tournament.”
The total purse is $650,000 and the champion will win $117,000.
The field will include local golfers such as Charlotte's Trevor Cone, Brad Fritsch, who lives in Holly Springs, Stephen Franken, who played at NC State, and Max Greyserman, who played at Duke.
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