Omega European Masters 2024 preview: Field, betting odds, tee times, and how to watch
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The DP World Tour heads to the Swiss Alps this week as the Omega European Masters tees off at the stunning Crans-sur-Sierre.
The Omega European Masters is the second Ryder Cup qualification series event following the British Masters. The biennial tournament may be over a year away, but several players will be eyeing the chance to get some points on the board this week and give themselves a chance of making it to Bethpage Black.
Previously called the Swiss Open, the tournament was first held in 1923. Between then and 1938, Engadine, Lucerne, Lausanne, and Zurich Zumikon all took turns in hosting the competition. Crans-sur-Sierre hosted the Swiss Open in 1939, and from 1948 – the first edition after the Second World War – became the permanent host producing an illustrious roll call of winners including Seve Ballesteros, Nick Faldo, Nick Price, and Ernie Els.
Omega has been the title sponsor since 2001 and the tournament has flourished over the previous two decades. Last year, Ludvig Aberg won his maiden DPWT title with a two-stroke victory over fellow Swede Alexander Bjork in the mountains.
Where is the Omega European Masters played?
Crans-sur-Sierre is situated in the heart of the Swiss Alps and offers a picturesque setting for the players in the field this week. There are stunning views across the 18-hole Seve Ballesteros championship course. The par-70, 6,890-yard track has excellent views of both Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn.
The course was renovated during the 90s before further remodeling occurred this last decade. Treelined fairways flank the course, demanding accuracy from tee to green. As per the BMW Championship on the PGA Tour, the altitude of Crans-sur-Sierre will give the players an extra boost in yardage.
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What is the format of the Omega European Masters?
The format of the Omega European Masters is a standard strokeplay event played over 72 holes with a cut after 36 holes (two rounds). The player with the lowest score over four rounds will win the tournament.
Who is in the field at the Omega European Masters?
Two major champions – Francesco Molinari and Matt Fitzpatrick – are on the entry list for the Omega European Masters with the latter failing to reach the Tour Championship finale at East Lake. The 2022 US Open champion will be going in search of a third title after back-to-back wins in 2017 and 2018.
The Hojgaard twins, Rasmus and Nicolai, are in the field too, as are former runners-up Matt Wallace and Alexander Bjork. The full field for the Omega European Masters can be found here.
How much will the winner of the Omega European Masters receive?
The prize fund for the 2024 edition has risen from $2.5m last year to $3.25m with the winner set to take home over $500k, 5,000 Race to Dubai points, and 1,500 Ryder Cup points.
Who has won the Omega European Masters?
| Year | Winner | Score | Lorenzo Gagli, Rory McIlroy, Andres Romero, and Kalle Samooja |
| 2023 | Ludvig Aberg | -19 | Alexander Bjork |
| 2022 | Thriston Lawrence | -18 | Matt Wallace |
| 2021 | Rasmus Hojgaard | -13 | Bernd Wiesberger |
| 2019 | Sebastian Soderberg | -14 | Lorenzo Gagli, Rory McIlroy, Andres Romero and Kalle Samooja |
| 2018 | Matt Fitzpatrick | -17 | Lucas Bjerregaard |
| 2017 | Matt Fitzpatrick | -14 | Scot Hend |
| 2016 | Alex Noren | -17 | Scot Hend |
| 2015 | Danny Willett | -17 | Matt Fitzpatrick |
| 2014 | David Lipsky | -18 | Graeme Storm |
How to watch the Omega European Masters?
Viewers in the UK can watch all four days of the tournament on Sky Sports Golf.
All times BST
Thursday, September 5: Sky Sports Golf, 12.30
Friday, September 6: Sky Sports Golf, 12.30
Saturday, September 7: Sky Sports Golf, 11.30
Sunday, September 8: Sky Sports Golf, 11.30
Viewers in the US can watch the tournament via the Golf Channel.
All times EDT
Thursday, September 5: Golf Channel, 07.30
Friday, September 6: Golf Channel, 07.30
Saturday, September 7: Golf Channel, 06.30
Sunday, September 8: Golf Channel, 06.30
Omega European Masters: Tee times and groupings
Tee times and groupings for the Omega European Masters can be found here.
About the Author
Ross Kilvington – Contributing Golf News Writer
Ross Kilvington is a freelance writer from Scotland who currently writes previews for Today’s Golfer, covering events on the DP World, PGA, and LPGA tours along with the LIV Golf Series.
Ross holds a passionate interest in golf and tries to play as often as possible, although having two daughters under the age of 6 means his quest to break 80 will have to wait a little longer.
Despite first picking up a club aged 11, highlights are few and far between on the golf course.
An Eagle on the par-4 16th at Kinghorn is one that stands out (it doesn’t matter that it was only 290 yards).
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The Omega European Masters is the next stop on the DP World Tour
