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T eTOUR
inning on the PGA or European
Tour is the ultimate goal for any
pro. A victory brings fame, fortune
and a new addition to the mantelpiece. But
for every Claret Jug there is a weird and
wacky piece of silverware just like the beer-barrel trophy at the recent Safeway O
So, forget your conventional silver-p
cups and feast your eyes on these ‘creative
designs. The say the eye is in the beh ld
but we’ll let you decide if the ‘lucky winner’
was indeed that...W
Wack y rewa rds
Trophies don’t always live up to expectations
TODAYSGOLFER.CO.UK ISSUE 367 151 2 3 45 6 7 89 10 11 12- Dubai Desert Classic
This is why Rory & co hit the
gym. You need muscles to lug
this super-sized ‘Dallah’ Trophy. - Shenzhen International
Talk about a bullish prize. The
design reflects how Shenzhen
has become a financial hub,
hence the ‘Wall Street bull’. - Suntory Ladies Open
Is it a pepper or banana? No, it’s
actually a trophy, shaped like an
elephant tusk. Apparently.
4. Swiss Seniors Open
How could the champion resist
dancing the night away under
this disco ball...
5. European Open
Flag enthusiasts will be in their
element. At the very least it’s a
good geography lesson.
6. LPGA HanaBank Champs
One for party lovers. A trophy
which doubles as a wine cooler
and wooden paddle. Ideal if you
want to celebrate on a canoe!
7. Trophee Hassan II
We’re not sure bladed weapons
conform to health and safety
guidelines. Dangerous or what?
8. Mayakoba Classic
Even animal lovers probably
wish this stone chameleon could
vanish into its environment like
the reptile itself.
9. Manulife LPGA Classic
Is it Easter already? This egg-
shaped trophy doesn’t look
very edible – or attractive.
10. Castello Masters
A cross between Mr Potato
Head and a golfer who’s had
one too many. Bit bizarre.
11.Qatar Masters
The ‘Golden Clam’ trophy pays
homage to the days when locals
had to fish for their money.
Cool story, even better design.- Lyoness Open
Fancy a drink? This crystal
obelisk looks more like a posh
bottle of water.