The momentum of the ISPS Handa Perth International gained significantly with the announcement the 2011 US Masters Champion Charl Schwartzel and current world number 7 Jason Dufner will be joining the field at Lake Karrinyup from October 18-21.
Dufner, from the United States, was described by Sports Illustrated Magazine in June as “the hottest golfer on the planet”. The 35-year-old was runner-up at the 2011 US PGA Championship and has enjoyed a stellar 2012 season with seven top 10 finishes highlighted by wins at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans and HP Byron Nelson Championship. He sits third on the PGA TOUR money list and will make his debut in the Ryder Cup next month.
Schwartzel from South Africa has already won seven times on the European Tour highlighted by his stunning victory at the 2011 Masters Tournament where he became the first player in history to birdie the final four holes to win the coveted Green Jacket. The 27-year-old will look to emulate the feats of his fellow countrymen Gary Player, Ernie Els and Retief Goosen who are all past champions at Lake Karrinyup.
It will be both players first visit to Perth and they are excited about taking on the challenge of the Lake Karrinyup layout.
It is expected that more player announcements will be made in the coming weeks.
To view the full media release dated 17th August, click here.