VidantaWorld Opens the Door to the PGA Tour with the Mexico Open Qualifier
- The qualifying tournament will bring together Mexican amateurs and professionals at one of the most spectacular golf courses in the world.
PUERTO PEÑASCO, Sonora, Mexico, May 14, 2026. VidantaWorld, an ecosystem of world-class experiences from Grupo Vidanta, announces the Mexico Open Qualifier, a high-caliber qualifying tournament taking place June 7 to 10, 2026, at Vidanta Puerto Peñasco, Sonora.
The event offers a historic opportunity for Mexican golf: two players will earn direct exemptions to compete October 29 to November 1 in the VidantaWorld Mexico Open, an official PGA Tour event on the world's premier professional circuit.
The qualifiers will join an elite field of international talent. View the full list of participating players for the main event.A Course Designed for the Best
The Mexico Open Qualifier will be played at VidantaWorld Golf Puerto Peñasco, a masterpiece of contemporary design that pairs the grandeur of the Sonoran desert with views of the Sea of Cortez. Conceived by Jack Nicklaus Design under the Legacy philosophy, which places Vidanta's golf courses among the finest in Latin America, the course is a demanding test for any world-class player.
Beyond the course, the destination offers the luxury hospitality that defines Grupo Vidanta: signature dining, first-class accommodations, and an unrivaled natural setting.
Competition Format
The tournament will be played over 54 holes of stroke play, a format designed to reward consistency, performance under pressure, and technical excellence. Mexican amateur and professional golfers, including college players, are eligible to compete with a handicap index of 2.0 or lower.
Limited spots ensure a top-tier field.
Package Details
Registration includes a round-trip flight from Toluca to Puerto Peñasco via Guadalajara, a four-day, three-night stay at Vidanta Puerto Peñasco, an official practice round, and meals during the tournament.
"This qualifier is our way of showing Mexican talent there's a place for them on golf's biggest stage," said Ángel Gómez, Director of the VidantaWorld Mexico Open. "VidantaWorld doesn't just host a PGA Tour event; it builds one. And this qualifier is a natural extension of that commitment to Mexican golf."
The Mexico Open Qualifier is the direct gateway to the 2026 VidantaWorld Mexico Open, taking place October 29 to November 1 at Vidanta Vallarta–Nuevo Nayarit. The Mexico Open will bring together 120 professional players competing for 500 FedExCup points and a $6 million purse, with coverage in more than 200 countries through Golf Channel and the PGA Tour World Feed.
The golf getaway also features a full entertainment lineup, including the soft opening of BON Luxury Theme Park, the world's first luxury theme park; the resident Cirque du Soleil show LUDŌ; and a concert by an international headliner.
For more information and registration, contact Javier Villanueva at 229-279-1233. Witness history in the making on the green. Purchase your official VidantaWorld Mexico Open tickets now.
