China Tour 2026 1 2026-03-11 2026-03-11 The 2026 China Tour season travels to the southern coast for the Guangdong Open, hosted at the prestigious Genzon Golf Club in Shenzhen. The primary challenge for the field is the club's "A-Course," a Neil Haworth design known for its expansive water hazards and undulating fairways that demand both power and precision. The objective for the players is to navigate the lush, subtropical rough and the firm, fast greens to secure an early advantage in this RMB 1,000,000 event. Strategically, the opening round is a test of course management and distance control. The goal for the competitors is to capitalize on the reachable par-5s while avoiding the penalizing bunkers that protect the landing zones. The tactical focus for home favorites and international challengers alike is to manage the humid conditions, which can affect ball flight and player stamina. With significant China Tour Order of Merit points at stake—crucial for securing spots in co-sanctioned DP World Tour events—the ultimate objective for the field is to post a sub-70 score and establish a foundation for the week ahead. 2461809