Santa Maria Amateur Open

The Santa Maria Amateur Open is a prestigious golf tournament held at the Santa María Golf Club in Panama City, Panama. The tournament is part of the amateur golf circuit and typically features a stroke play format over 3 rounds, with some variations including 4 match play rounds in certain events. The course, designed by Nicklaus Design and opened in 2012, is a par-72 layout measuring 7,153 yards, known for its parkland style with undulating greens, bunkers, and lakes, providing a challenging test for competitors. The Santa Maria Amateur Open attracts top amateur players from Panama and the surrounding Latin American region and is recognized as a key event in the local golf calendar.