Local golfing professional, Chris Taylor, has recently played what is recognised as one of the greatest golf courses in the world – Pebble Beach in California USA. 

The Hervey Bay based golf was recently invited to play in the Perry Parker Invitational which sees players from all over the world playing for a total prize money of over $70,000. The Invitational also raises funds for charities in the Bleeding Disorder community.

Chris received his invite due to a very successful season playing in the Australian Legends Tour now that he qualifies for the 50 years and over age popular events. The Australian tour is now being recognised as one of the most competitive seniors tours in the world behind the USA based Champions Tour and European Tour. 

“It’s been something I’ve been wanting to do is play some overseas tournaments and the invite came directly from Perry so I jumped at the chance”, says Mr Taylor. 

Chris travelled with three other Hervey Bay Golf Club members and played some of the best courses in the world renowned golf region including Spanish Bay and Spyglass Hill Golf Courses. 

While he finished midfield amongst an international class of players, he was pleased to see another fellow countryman, previous Australian Open winner Peter Fowler being the eventual winner of the Invitational. Fowler is currently competing at the highest level for seniors on the Champions Tours and a multi winner on the European Seniors Tour. 

Mr Taylor feels it is a good time for him to aim high with the seniors events. “I’m always looking to better myself and at 52 years of age, I’m certainly on the younger side compared to most of the players”. 

If anyone is interested in playing Pebbles Beach Golf Course, almost $1,000 Australian Dollars will cover green fees and cart hire.