Welcome to ANNIKA Invitational Europe 2018 and to Royal Drottningholm Golf Club!

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1 Welcome to ANNIKA Invitational Europe 2018 and to Royal Drottningholm Golf Club! Location All Swedes know where Drottningholm is located. Most people think of the Swedish Royal Family s beautiful palace just outside Stockholm. However, for hundreds of thousands of golfers Drottningholm is familiar as one of the bestknown golf courses in the country. Royal Drottningholms Golf Club''s 18 holes are laid out on crown property and the nearly 1400 members and many guests players are able to enjoy both the beauty of the surrounding nature and the nearby royal palace. A fine course, with good transport communications to and from central Stockholm has made it possible for Drottningholm to host many large competitions. Competitions The Scandinavian Masters, one of the most popular competitions on the European Tour, was played here in the 1991 and Royal Drottningholms Golf Club was inaugurated by King Gustaf Adolf VI and he became personally involved in the completion of the course. It was designed by Rafael Sundblom and Nils Sköld. The course has matured over the years and today both elite players and amateurs find it a great pleasure to play here. From a Scandinavian perspective, Drottningholm will always have a place on the golf map of the world, since the first Volvo Open competition was played here in the This was the first big international competition in this country and one of the participants was Jack Nicklaus. Character Royal Drottningholms Golf Club''s course has park-like character, where the first nine holes are played in an open landscape, while the back nine end in a wooden environment. The season runs from May to October, which may seem rather short to people from southern latitudes, but one should remember the long, light days of Scandinavia make it possible to play late into the evening allowing you to take complete advantage of the season. The pleasant surroundings and the excellent restaurant with a view over the 18th hole contribute to the fact that people like to remain at the club until late in the evening. Tournament information in alphabetical order Caddies: Caddies are not allowed during the tournament. Electric trolleys are not permitted. Penalty for breach of this condition see Rule 6-4.

2 Distances: All distances in the yardage book and on the scorecard are in meters. All approach measurements in the in the yardage book are to the white-painted T in the front of the green. Dress code A reasonable standard of dress is required at all times on the course and in the clubhouse. Jeans, t-shirts, and track-suits are not permitted. Only soft spikes are permitted on the golf course and in the clubhouse. At the opening dinner the dresscode is casual. Handicap adjustments: The Tournament Office can assist with information about the rating of the course. Service with CBA-adjustments can also be provided Local Rules and Conditions of Competition: At registration each player will receive the local rules and conditions of competition for 2018 ANNIKA Invitational Europe. Any additional local rule or additional condition of competition will be provided to players by the starter before the stipulated round. Markers on the course, for text see Rules of Golf and Local Rules: White Stakes/Lines, Out of Bounds Rule 27 Yellow Stakes/Plates/Lines, Water Hazard Rule 26 Red Stakes/Plates/Lines, Lateral Water Hazard Rule 26 Pace of Play: In accordance with Rule 6-7 and Note 2 the Committee has established a guideline for the purpose of preventing slow play. The guidelines will be posted on the official notice board of the tournament. Pin Placements information: The entrance to each green is marked with a white painted T. The T marks the point where the line of an ideal approach shot meets the front of the green, a point that not necessarily is on the edge of the green. On the opposite side of the green there will be a dot corresponding to the line of ideal approach and T. The position of the hole will be measured by paces in depth from the front and from the side. Front is from T along, or parallel to, the line of ideal approach. Side is from nearest edge (left/right) of the green at right angles to the line of ideal approach. Practice Designated practice areas: Drivingange: Practice is only permitted within the marked area for each day.

3 Chipping and Putting Greens: The puttning green is located between tee 1 and tee 10. There are two shortgame areas: One located to the left tee 1 and one located to the right of the 18 th green. Practice Rounds 17 June and 18 June Sunday and Monday The course is only open to participants. Sunday 17 June - First practice day: Players can make a reservation for a tee time contact the reception Monday 18 June - Second practice day: Players not participating in the Junior-Am starting at can play a practice round with a shotgun start at A list will be available at the registration desk, where players can sign-up Players are limited to one ball during practice rounds with exceptions and guidance as per the following: a) If a player misses her approach shot to the putting green she may play one additional stroke to the putting green b) No more than three chip shots onto the putting green are allowed c) Chipping practice must not damage the course and any marks on the putting green must be repaired d) No more than two bunker shots from any bunker are allowed e) Bunkers must be raked f) Any of the above exemptions are only valid if no players are waiting behind Practice Play from Tuesday 19 June to Thursday 21 June Practice play on the tournament course is prohibited before, between and after the three rounds of stroke play. Practice is only permitted in designated practice areas. Rakes: Rakes for the bunkers should be placed outside the bunkers in areas in the line of play and where they are least likely to affect the movement any ball in groups behind. Results: Scores will be collected by volunteers during play and after the following holes: 3, 6, 9, 12, 15 and 18. Please assist the volunteers by reporting the scores. The volunteers have communication radios and are able to contact the Committee. Tee: The teeing ground to be used in the tournament is marked with ANNIKA Invitational Europe branded tee markers.

4 Practical information in alphabetical order: Accommodation: The official accommodation is Mornington Bromma Telephone or bromma@mornington.se To get the tournament rates and to secure a room please make your reservation no later than 20th of May. Information is on the website Transportation and accommodation Code AIE Breakfast: Breakfast will be served from 6.00 all days at Mornington Bromma. Breakfast is included in the room price. Clinic Annika will perform a clinic on Tuesday 19 June at All players and spectators are welcome. Entry fee The R&A is supporting the 2018 ANNIKA Invitational Europe and their generous financial contribution has substantially reduced the tournament entry fee for each player, providing added benefit and helping grow the game. Entry fee will be SEK 800 (pay at registration at the club) and will include: Two practice rounds and three tournament rounds Five lunches Two dinners (opening dinner and dinner on Wednesday) Fruit and drinks on the golf course Tour guide (Stroke-saver) Trolley Unlimited number of balls on the driving range Transportation from and to Stockholm Arlanda Airport upon arrival and departure. Wireless internet in the clubhouse Workshops on Wednesday afternoon June 20 rd Food preferences: Players who have food preferences are asked to notify the staff at the help desk at registration. Fruit & Water: There will be complementary fruit and water for the players on tees 1 and 10. Water can be filled from taps in the clubhouse area. Golf Bags: Golf bags can be stored at the golf club. Golf Shop and practice areas opening times: The golf shop and the practice areas will be opened one hour before the first starting time.

5 Helpdesk: The helpdesk is located inside the clubhouse. Internet access: Wireless internet access free of charge is available in the clubhouse. Junior-Am On Monday 18 June there will be a Junior-Am in which around 32 players will be selected to participate. Find the complete list on the tournament website. The program for the Junior-Am is as follows: From Registration & warm up Information Shot-gun start Lunch for players and guests Photoshoot with Annika and all players Cocktail and dinner at Royal Drottningholm GK Locker room The ladies locker room in the clubhouse will be for players only. Official noticeboard: The official notice board for the tournament information about starting times, results etc. will be situated in the clubhouse Opening dinner All players are invited to the opening dinner on Monday 19 June at at the Golf Club. The dinner is included in the entry fee. Dress Code: Casual. Restaurants: Restaurant facilities are available at the Golf Club restaurant. A daily lunch buffet will be served for players, including main course, beverage, salad, bread and coffee or tea. Scoring Results and scoring will be available on screens located in and around the clubhouse and on the tournament website Transportation Transportation is provided free of charge from Arlanda International Airport/Bromma Airport upon arrival and departure for players and national coaches To be able to provide the best possible service to players and coaches regarding pick-up and drop-off at Arlanda International Airport/Bromma Airport, please advise on your flight details including arrival and departure times to aie2018@kdrgk.se no later than May 29th. Workshops and Dinner Party On Wednesday, June 20st after the second round is finished, all players are invited to two sessions of golf seminars.

6 The seminars will be at Royal Drottningholm Golf Club, starting at After the last session all players are invited to a dinner party with activities, starting immediately after the seminars, aprox The dinner and activities are included in the players entry fee and is for players only. Contact: Royal Drottningholm Golf Club Tournament Office aie2018@kdrgk.se Phone: Website: