THE FLAMBOYANT Rickie Fowler is headed to Queensland’s Gold Coast in November to contest the 2013 Australian PGA Championship.
The 24-year-old Fowler will play his only PGA Tour of Australasia tournament of the year from November 7-10 at RACV Royal Pines.
“I love Australia. I’ve been there a handful of times and this will be my second professional event there. I haven’t found a part of Australia I haven’t liked yet,” said Fowler, who finished tied for 14th on his last visit to the PGA in 2011.
“I’m definitely showing up there to win and play my best but I’m also looking forward to seeing a little more of Australia.”
Tickets for the event, which also features the triumphant return of US Masters champion Adam Scott go on sale today.
Known not only for his golf ability, the current World Number 34 is just as recognisable for his flamboyant style and love for all things ‘extreme’ and says he’s looking forward to exploring the Gold Coast during his Australian return.
“I haven’t been to the Gold Coast but I’m definitely looking forward to it. The Australian PGA is a great event and I hope to do a bit of sightseeing as well.”
“I love spending time at the beach. I wouldn’t mind getting out for some fishing, maybe some diving… who knows.”
Brian Thorburn, CEO of the PGA of Australia, said the PGA didn’t need to think twice in inviting Rickie back to Australia.
“Rickie is a huge hit with the crowds wherever he goes and he made plenty of new fans on his last trip to Queensland,” he said.
“With the Championship now based on the Gold Coast, we had absolutely no hesitation in inviting Rickie back, and we’re looking forward to showing him the Gold Coast’s renowned lifestyle.”
Tickets for the Australian PGA Championship are now on sale at www.ticketek.com.au with children 16 years and under admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.