The Nokia Open kicked off with a beautiful partly cloudy day, though it was a bit chilly in the morning. The vibes were great, and everyone was pumped up to take on the modified beast layout. The course didn’t hold back and the beast showed it’s teeth throughout the day! With its tricky holes, tight OB’s and being a course that demanded both physical and mental prowess, players had their work cut out for them resulting in multiple bogies. But despite the challenges, we witnessed some great highlights in both divisions. One standout moment came from Hjalte Jensen, who pulled off an incredible putt from the knee on hole 5. Mikael Häme, Lauri Lehtinen and Heidi Laine are in the lead after day 1!
In the FPO Division Heidi Laine showed her strength and battled it out with the beast. She unleashed some killer drives and nailed some sweet putts, finishing the day with a solid score of +5 to claim the top spot. Tinja Väisänen and the highlight machine Silva Saarinen were right on her heels, shooting +7 to secure their positions among the leaders. Tomorrow’s lead card will feature an all-Finnish lineup for a change, as Jenni Karppinen joins the mix. It’s gonna be a showdown you won’t wanna miss!
On the MPO side, some players did manage to tame the beast and put on a show. Mikael Häme and Lauri Lehtinen were on fire, both shooting an impressive -8 to grab a share of the first-place spot. These guys were in the zone, showing off their skills with finesse. But they’re not alone in the battle as tomorrow’s lead card will also include the EPT Leader Mauri Villmann one stroke behind the leaders and talented Kristian Kuoksa shooting -5 today. It’s gonna be a clash of the titans, so tune in on Disc Golf Stream!
As the Nokia Open continues, the players will face the ongoing challenge of the beast, pushing themselves to the limit. With the leaderboard tightly contested in both divisions, every stroke counts as they jockey for position and fight for victory. So, get ready for more heart-pounding disc golf action at the Nokia Central Park!
All three competition rounds will be broadcasted live on Disc Golf Stream, offering separate streams for the FPO and MPO divisions, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the entire competition. Stay tuned for a live press conference before the rounds kick off, and don’t miss the post-produced shot-by-shot coverage of the feature/lead cards in both the MPO and FPO divisions, crafted by MDG Media. The Final Rounds will be shown on the Disc Golf Stream YouTube channel for FREE!
The Course:
The Nokia Open course is a disc golf enthusiast’s dream come true. Nestled within the scenic surroundings of Nokia Central Park, this challenging layout will push players to their limits and demand every ounce of their skills. While it shares similarities with the iconic European Open course, the Nokia Open course has its own unique twists and turns, designed to provide a fresh and exhilarating experience. With some holes dialing up the difficulty factor, players will need to bring their A-game and strategize their shots carefully. From tight fairways to strategic basket placements, this course has it all.
Schedule:
Friday, June 9th
8:00-16:00 – Tee times
Playing order FPO, MPO
22:00 Reservation for Midsummer One Round
Saturday, June 10th
8:00-16:00 – Tee times
Playing order FPO, MPO
Sunday, June 11th
8:00-16:00 – Tee times
Playing order FPO, MPO
Tour Standings:
MPO
1. Mauri Villmann 🇪🇪 276,5 points
2. Samuel Hänninen 🇫🇮 237 points
3. Miro Ryhänen 🇫🇮 190 points
FPO
1. Anneli Tougjas-Männiste 🇪🇪 225 points
2. Kaidi Allsalu 🇪🇪 155 points
3. Heidi Laine 🇫🇮 147,5 points
Recap of the Estonian Open:
The Estonian Open 2023 concluded with excitement and impressive performances from the players. Teele Toomsalu’s remarkable journey from qualifying just a few days prior to kick off and then taking victory in the FPO division captured the attention of disc golf enthusiasts worldwide, highlighting the importance of dedication and skill. Mauri Villmann took the victory in the MPO division with an impressive overall score of -32 and a 6 stroke lead to to Ville Ahokas. Mauri Villmann’s outstanding performance in the MPO division solidified his spot as one of the best in Europe. All in all, the vibes at the Estonian Open were great despite the cold weather and a large gallery of spectators showed up on all three days!
Follow The Event Online:
If you cannot make it to the course, you can easily follow the event live from Disc Golf Stream with huge upgrades compared to last year’s broadcasts. More cameras, infographics, and separate streams for both divisions mean a deeper dive into what is going on at the course. The final round live broadcast is streamed for free on Youtube and Disc Golf Stream.
If the live stream is not your thing, the best of European disc golf media are on the field capturing the best post-production, for free. MDG Media is handling both division’s lead cards. Just want to know who is winning? Follow the scoring live on UDisc Live!
Live Broadcasts:
Disc Golf Stream
Press Conference, Rounds 1, 2, and 3. Extras.
Post-productions:
MPO and FPO Feature/Lead Cards:
MDG Media on Youtube