PGA Turkey player Leon Açıkalın proved he is at the peak of his form with his achievements in tournaments he participated in in the United States. Açıkalın, who reached the podium at the Napa Open, also drew attention by challenging for top positions in the Wigwam and Power Ranch championships.
Napa Open: A Turkish Flag on the Podium
Leon Açıkalın delivered a magnificent performance at the Napa Open, held at the famous Silverado Resort & Spa - North Course in California. Reaching a total score of -8 (208 strokes) after three rounds, the national golfer finished the tournament in 3rd place (T3), securing a podium finish. His 31-stroke break (-5) in the second nine of the final round was one of the best scores of the tournament.
Wigwam and Power Ranch: Steady Ascent
Açıkalın's success continued in the Arizona tournaments:
Wigwam Championship: Finishing the tournament with a relatively low total score of -13, Açıkalın shared 16th place (T16). His -6 score in the final round (65 strokes) once again demonstrated his strength under pressure.
Power Ranch Championship: In this event held in Phoenix, the successful athlete reached a total score of -7, finishing the tournament in the top ranks (T26), maintaining his consistency.
New Goal: Hotel Planner Tour
Continuing his American adventure without slowing down, Leon Açıkalın announced that he will begin competing in the Hotel Planner Tour (formerly the Mackenzie Tour / PGA Tour Canada) starting in April. This tournament series is considered one of the most critical steps for players to progress to the Korn Ferry Tour and ultimately the PGA Tour.