Thorbjørn Olesen
Name:
Jacob Thorbjørn OlesenCountry:
DenmarkBorn:
Dec 21, 1989 in Furesø, nr Copenhagen, Denmark.Original/Home Club:
Furesø, DenmarkOccupation:
Professional golferTurned Pro:
2008Website:
https://www.thorbjornolesen.comRyder Cup player (2018). Multiple wins on the European Tour. World Cup of Golf winner (2016, with Søren Kjeldsen).
After turning professional in 2008, Olesen enjoyed four wins on the Nordic Tour and one on the Challenge Tour, before joining the full European Tour in 2011. Some notable top 10 finishes came in his rookie year, not least at the French and Italian Opens where he finished in ties for second place.
Olesen's breakthrough European Tour victory came in the 2012 Sicilian Open, with further wins following in 2014, '15 and '16. In partnership with compatriot Søren Kjeldsen, Olesen capped a very successful 2016 with Denmark's first ever win in the World Cup of Golf.
Europe
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Played as the Ras Al Kaimah Championship (Jan 25-28). Second-placed fellow Dane, Rasmus Højgaard (Den) finished 6 shots behind Thorbjørn Olesen (Den), who recorded his eighth European (DP World) Tour win. [Al Hamra GC, Ras Al Kaimah, UAE].
Asia
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Played as the inaugural Thailand Classic (Feb 16-19; European-DP World Tour event). Second-placed Yannik Paul (Ger) finished 4 shots behind Thorbjørn Olesen (Den). [Amata Spring CC, Bangkok, Thailand]. Note: the Thailand Classic title was previously used for an unrelated Asian/European Tours event held in 2015 and 2016.
Europe
Betfred
Played as the Betfred British Masters hosted by Danny Willett (May 5-8). Second-placed Sebastian Soderberg (Swe) finished 1 shot behind Thorbjørn Olesen (Den). [Brabazon course, The Belfry, Wishaw, nr Birmingham].
Europe
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Played as the Italian Open (May 31-Jun 3; second of eight Eurpn Tr Rolex Series event). Second-placed and home country favourite Francesco Molinari (Italy) finished 1 shot behind Olesen (Den), who recorded his fifth European Tour win. [Gardagolf CC, Soiano del Lago, nr Brescia, Lake Garda].
Europe
Turkish Airlines
Played as the Turkish Airlines Open (Nov 3-6; first of three European Tour Final Series events). Second-placed David Horsey (Eng) and Haotong Li (China) finished 3 shots behind Thorbjørn Olesen (Den), who claimed his fourth European Tour win. [Carya GC, Belek, nr Antalya, Turkey].
Europe
Alfred Dunhill
Played as the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship (Oct 1-4). Second-placed Brooks Koepka (USA) and Chris Stroud (USA) finished 2 shots behind Thorbjørn Olesen (Den), who recorded his third European Tour win. [Old Course, St Andrews, Fife. Earlier rounds of this pro-am event also played at Carnoustie and Kingsbarns].
Aus/NZ
ISPS Handa
Played as the ISPS Handa Perth International (Oct 23-26; Eurpn/Aus Trs event). Second-placed Victor Dubuisson (Fra) finished 3 shots behind Thorbjørn Olesen (Den), who claimed his second European Tour title. [Lake Karrinyup CC, Perth, WA, Aus].
Europe
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Played as the Sicilian Open (Mar 29-Apr 1; next played in 2017). Second-placed Chris Wood (Eng) finished 1 shot behind 22-year-old Thorbjørn Olesen (Den), who recorded his first European Tour win. [Verdura Resort, Sciacca, Sicily; composite of East & West courses, mainly using holes from the West].
Sony Open in Hawaii: played at Waialae Country Club near Honolulu, the Sony Open takes over the spotlight from The Sentry as the PGA Tour’s calendar-year opening event (Jan 15-18). The Sentry (not being played in 2026) was formerly known as the Tournament of Champions, with a field typically restricted to golfers who won a PGA Tour event in the previous calendar year.
Dubai Desert Classic: the DP World Tour’s first Rolex Series event of 2026, is contested for the 37th time (Jan 22-25). First won by Englishman Mark James in 1989, it now boasts a four-time winner, Rory McIlroy. Played on the Emirates Golf Club’s Majlis course, this once desert-surrounded course is the long-time flagship for Golf in Dubai.
Our visit last month included two rounds at Golf de Chantilly, one of France’s most prestigious clubs.
It offers two superb layouts: Le Vineuil, a five-star championship course with a rich history, and Longères, an excellent four-star course that provides a strong and enjoyable test.
The wider Paris region offers plenty more. Courses such as Fontainebleau, Golf de Saint-Germain, and several other top-rated layouts make this area one of Europe’s most rewarding golf destinations, offering a mix of woodland, heathland, and parkland designs.
The Dutch: "It's no' just a game", as they say in Scotland, and that's certainly true at The Dutch. With 5-star services throughout, a lavishly comfortable Loch Lomond-inspired clubhouse, and a superbly designed and presented golf course, one could not ask for more from this top-end private club.
Join us at The Dutch from August 21–24 for the Festival of Golf, featuring the HotelPlanner Tour. Experience four days of top-tier sport, live music, incredible food, and unexpected surprises. Explore the grounds, connect with others, embrace new challenges, and dive into an unforgettable celebration. Click here to buy tickets.
Here at Prince’s Golf Club you'll find 27 excellent holes of links golf. Just over the fence and sharing similar terrain is Royal St George’s; but Prince’s is far from overshadowed by its venerable neighbour. The three nine-hole loops at Prince's, laid out over gently undulating terrain, are sure to bring a smile of satisfaction to all lovers of links golf.
Stay&Play at Prince's: excellent onsite Lodge accommodation available
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