The 2026 Danish Golf Championship takes place from August 13‑16 as the DP World Tour heads to Great Northern in Kerteminde, Funen.
It is the first time Denmark’s national Open has been staged at the coastal Nicklaus Design course.
The venue rewards complete tee-to-green golf, with its striking water features and exposed coastal setting placing a premium on both strategic control and confident shot-making.
A strong home contingent will bid for victory at Great Northern with Danish stars Rasmus Hojgaard, Rasmus Neergaard‑Petersen and Thorbjorn Olesen all prominent in the betting.
Current 2026 Danish Golf Championship Odds
| Player | Betting Odds |
|---|---|
| Eugenio Chacarra | 16.00 (16/1) |
| Rasmus Højgaard | 16.00 (16/1) |
| Angel Ayora | 18.00 (18/1) |
| Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen | 18.00 (18/1) |
| Oliver Lindell | 22.00 (22/1) |
| Thorbjørn Olesen | 22.00 (22/1) |
Leading 2026 Danish Golf Championship Contenders
Eugenio Chacarra
Eugenio Chacarra arrives as one of the field’s most explosive all-round talents and heads the betting to continue his hot run of form.
His powerful game and instinct to attack can be a major advantage at Great Northern, provided he balances aggression with the discipline required by a new championship venue.
The Spaniard has the ability to compile birdies rapidly once he finds a rhythm. If he handles the wind and course-management demands well, he has every chance of continuing his impressive season.
Rasmus Hojgaard
Rasmus Hojgaard will carry the biggest share of local attention in Kerteminde.
The Dane has long been one of the DP World Tour’s most naturally gifted players, combining elite power with the ability to make birdies in bunches.
A home event at a new venue can bring additional pressure, but Hojgaard’s familiarity with Danish conditions should be an advantage.
If he drives the ball well and turns his scoring chances into a fast start, he could be difficult for the rest of the field to catch.
Angel Ayora
Angel Ayora remains one of the most exciting young prospects on the DP World Tour but is still chasing a first win.
Ayora’s game has the right mix of length and flair to thrive at a venue where bold, high-quality shots can create a decisive edge.
The key will be keeping the ball in play around Great Northern’s water hazards. If he does that, the upside is clear.
Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen
Rasmus Neergaard‑Petersen is another strong Danish hope in a week that should generate intense home support.
His modern power game and upward trajectory make him a credible contender, particularly on a course that will give aggressive players opportunities to attack.
There is obvious pressure in competing for a national title, but Neergaard‑Petersen is expected to handle the occasion.
A strong opening two rounds could quickly make him one of the central stories of the championship.
Oliver Lindell
Oliver Lindell has the sort of composed, technical game that could prove well suited to a strategic debut venue.
On a first visit for much of the field, players who adapt quickly to visual lines, green complexes and risk-reward decisions could gain a meaningful edge.
Lindell’s route to contention will be based on controlled tee shots and precise approaches rather than forcing the issue.
If conditions become more difficult, that patient approach could make him very competitive.
Thorbjorn Olesen
Thorbjorn Olesen is another high-profile Danish contender to win on home soil this week.
His experience and ability to create low scores mean he will be a popular selection among home supporters as the tournament makes its Great Northern debut.
Olesen knows the demands of competing in front of a Danish crowd and has the imagination to make the most of the course’s risk-reward opportunities.
If he begins the week sharply, he has more than enough pedigree to put himself in position for a home victory.
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