Part of the PGA Tour 2011
A Greg Norman Production Company Event
Quick facts:
Official name: Mayakoba Golf Classic at the Riviera Maya- Cancun (MGC)
Date: February 23- 27, 2011
Defending champion: Cameron Beckman (65-68-69-67-269)
Former champions include: Mark Wilson, Fred Funk and Brian Gay
Purse: 3,7 million USD
Course: 72 holes Camaleon Golf Club at Mayakoba
Location: Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Mayakoba Golf Classic (MGC), Mexico’s only PGA TOUR event will take place for the 5th time in Mayakoba, Playa del Carmen, Mexico from February 24th to February 27th, 2011. In a natural and unique environment, the PGA TOUR offers a full day of tournament among amateurs and professionals followed by four professional rounds at El Camaleon golf course, designed by the world renowned golf legend, Greg Norman. 131 professional players will be competing for the 3.7 million USD purse.
Mayakoba Golf course is located in the vibrant destination of Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico. Only 35 miles south from Cancun in the heart of the Riviera Maya and by the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. Great, prestigious hotels of world famous chains around the golf course offer you high class accommodation like Fairmont Mayakoba, Rosewood Mayakoba, Banyan Tree Mayakoba, and Las Velas. Great weather, golf, white sandy beaches, water sport activities, lush tropical vegetation, ecotours, Mayan archaeological sites and plenty of fun are waiting for you in the surrounding areas. If you don't get there on time for the PGA tour event make sure you take advantage of the unbeatable "after tournament offers" in all services. Don't miss out! (Check the up-to-date offers on http://cancun.eu)
