Vätintie Open 2026
The legendary rivalry returns. Two champions, one course: Gary Player vs Sir King Diamond
Disc-O-Matic 3000
"The disc that throws itself!"
Revolutionary self-throwing technology. Just think about where you want it to go!
Competition Status: UPCOMING · August 2026
The rematch is penciled in for sometime in August 2026 — the exact date is still being finalized. Scores will appear on the board as the battle unfolds.
Live Scoreboard
Follow every throw as the 2026 championship plays out
Championship Awaiting Kickoff
No throws yet — scores will appear here live as the 2026 rematch begins.
Gary Player
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Sir King Diamond 👑
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| Player | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 42 |
| Gary | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| King | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Hole | Par | Gary | King |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hole 1 | 4 | - | - |
| Hole 2 | 3 | - | - |
| Hole 3 | 3 | - | - |
| Hole 4 | 4 | - | - |
| Hole 5 | 4 | - | - |
| Hole 6 | 3 | - | - |
| Hole 7 | 4 | - | - |
| Hole 8 | 3 | - | - |
| Hole 9 | 5 | - | - |
| Hole 10 | 5 | - | - |
| Hole 11 | 4 | - | - |
| Total | 42 | - | - |
Leading Up to 2026
Storylines, previews, and everything building toward the next Vätintie Open.
The Fans Are Ready: Vätintie Faithful Rally Behind the Rematch
Flags up, scarves out, grins wide — the Vätintie supporters have already started the countdown to the August showdown.
The Rematch Is On: Player vs. King Diamond, Round Two
After last year's playoff thriller ended in Sir King Diamond's favor, Gary Player returns to Vätintie with one thing on his mind — revenge.
Vätintie Course Gets a 2026 Refresh Ahead of Opening Drive
Groundskeepers have reshaped the fairways and tightened the pin positions for a tougher, faster edition of the championship.
Gary's Golden Grip Gloves
"Endorsed by Gary Player himself!"
Never lose your grip again with these championship-winning gloves.
Course Map
Navigate the championship course
Course Info
- Total Holes: 11
- Total Par: 38
- Course Type: Park Course
- Location: Raunistulan
Key Features
- 🌲 Forest sections
- 💧 Water hazards
- 🏔️ Elevation changes
- 🌬️ Open field challenges
Legend
King Diamond's Royal Recovery Service
"We retrieve discs from impossible places!"
Lost your disc in a tree? Water? Another dimension? We'll get it back!
Vätintie Energy Drink
"Fuel your throw!"
The official energy drink of champions. Now with 200% more throwing power!
Meet the Competitors
The master of precision with his signature blue disc! After a heartbreaking playoff loss in 2025, Gary returns hungrier than ever, determined to reclaim the crown in the 2026 rematch.
The strategic mastermind with his legendary orange Dragon disc. As the reigning 2025 Champion, Sir King Diamond arrives with the title to defend and everything to prove all over again.
Championship Technology Partners
Wind-B-Gone Weather Control
"Control the elements!"
Portable weather modification device. Perfect conditions, every throw!
Time-Rewind Mulligan Machine
"Undo that terrible throw!"
Patent-pending time manipulation technology for the ultimate do-over.