Local Qualifier Set For Bermuda Championship
The Butterfield Bermuda Championship today announced details for its highly anticipated Local Qualifier presented by Brit Re, where Bermuda’s best golfers will have the chance to compete for three spots in Bermuda’s PGA Tour event at Port Royal Golf Course.
A spokesperson said, “The Local Qualifier will be held on September 8 & 9 at Port Royal Golf Course, challenging participants to bring their best game on one of the island’s most picturesque and demanding layouts. This two-day, 36-hole, competition is open exclusively to Bermudian professional golfers, amateur golfers, and other local players who meet eligibility requirements:
“1. Players must possess Bermudian status or equivalent
“2. Players must be in good standing with the BGA and BPGA and not subject to any disciplinary process or sanction of either association
“3. Amateurs must have an up-to-date Handicap Index, or equivalent handicap issued by an international body of golf, not exceeding 1.4 under the USGA Handicap System
“The top 2 finishers of the Local Qualifier will earn a coveted exemption into the 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Championship field, joining an elite lineup of PGA TOUR professionals from around the world. The third-place finisher will earn an exemption into the 2027 Butterfield Bermuda Championship field.”
“The Local Qualifier is a special part of our tournament’s identity,” said Tournament Director, Danielle Carrera. “We are thrilled to welcome back our sponsor Brit Re and thank their team for the support of this event. This year you will note we are providing two exemptions into the 2026 tournament and one into the 2027 tournament. This means that in 2027 we will see four Bermudian golfers compete on the world’s grandest golf stage. We wish the competitors the best of luck!”
A spokesperson added, “The Butterfield Bermuda Championship has quickly become a highlight of the island’s sporting calendar, attracting world-class players, passionate fans, and international media coverage. For local competitors, the qualifier is more than just a tournament—it’s an opportunity to represent Bermuda on the PGA TOUR and inspire the next generation of golfers.
“Entry forms and eligibility guidelines are available at https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/6144269 Spectators are welcome to attend and cheer on Bermuda’s finest as they compete for the chance of a lifetime.
“The Butterfield Bermuda Championship will take place October 22-25 at Port Royal Golf Course. For more information about the tournament or to volunteer and purchase tickets, please visit www.butterfieldbdachampionship.com.”
