World Amateur Match Race Official Tournament Magazine / ISSUE 2_2023

Time for the semifinals

WAMR 2022 - Season Start 2

Now only 3 matches away from reaching the final in Dubai in April 2023.

IN THIS ISSUE

6 TIME FOR THE SEMIFINALS

WAMR 2022 - Season Start 2

Now only 2 matches away from reaching the final in Dubai in April 2023.

8 NEW TOURNAMENT SEASON 2023

Season Start 1 is set to begin in May 2023 Already surpassed 10,000 signups

10 ELIMINATING HCP CHEATERS

We have developed a system to detect handicap cheaters by using Artificial Intelligence (AI).

14 MEMORIES FROM THE FINAL

72 players from 16 nations had some fantastic days at the World Final in Dubai. Will it be your turn this year?

18 TEAM PROFILE

Kurt Altenburg & Michael Pedersen from Denmark

22 NEW SHAREHOLDERS

We are growing together with our shareholders and invite you to join us as well Would you like to join?

The World Amateur Match Race Official Tournament Magazine is published by Happy Software Sport Organizer DMCC

PUBLISHER: HAAKAN AAKERLUND / EMAIL: HAKAN@HAPPYTECHGROUP COM

ADVERTISING & CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP: MARTIN JENSEN / EMAIL: MARTIN@HAPPYTECHGROUP COM

Piero Fragomeli & Jason Jamieson. Thaxted Park Golf Club, Adelaide in Australia.

Wow, this is going to be an electrifying edition! Get ready to tee off and power up your swings, as the February edition of our golf and padel magazine is finally here!

Brace yourselves for the biggest golf event of 2023, the World Amateur Match Race (WAMR), and be amazed by the huge surge of registrations for this year's tournament Plus, get ready to witness the adrenaline-pumping World Padel Race!

And hold on tight because this edition's "Team Profile" will blow your minds! We've got an exclusive interview with the dynamic Danish duo Kurt Aldenburg and Michael Pedersen, who had an epic run in 2022.

With just 8 weeks left until the World Amateur Match Race - Season Start 2 final in Dubai from 16-20 April and the first World Final in Padel from 18-22 May, we can feel the excitement building! So grab your clubs and join us on this incredible journey! Let's hit the greens and get ready for an unforgettable month of golf and padel action!

Sten Haakan Aakerlund Tournament Director World Amateur Match Race

The excitement continues as the golf players have completed the quarterfinals in the playoffs and are now competing in the semifinals and some even the final.

The stakes are high as the winner of the playoffs will qualify for the World Final in Dubai in April

Dubai is waiting eagerly to host the World Final again, where the top golfers from the WAMR will gather to compete for the ultimate title. The anticipation is building as the semifinalists take the course, determined to secure their place in Dubai.

With their skills tested through the earlier rounds, the players will now face even greater challenges in the semifinal. The pressure is on, and each player and team will need to perform at their best to advance.

Tune in the next months to see who will qualify for the World Final in Dubai.

2023 is off to a great start for the World Amateur Match Race (WAMR), with sky-high registration numbers already surpassing +10,000.

The tournament is set to start on May 1st, and the interest and excitement surrounding the event are clear.

This tremendous development is a testament to the trust in the Happy Tech Group, the organizers behind WAMR, as well as the growing popularity of the tournament worldwide. The increased interest in the tournament is a result of the hard work and dedication put into promoting and improving WAMR every year

SEASON START #1

WIN A PLACE AT THE DUBAI FINAL 2023 SIGN-UP NOW

PLAY LOCALLY IN YOUR COUNTRY FROM MAY-OCTOBER 2023

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Highest sign-ups ever

2023 is off to a great start for the World Amateur Match Race (WAMR), with sky-high registration numbers already surpassing +10,000 in January.

January

59% Recurring players

We have already 59% recurring and paid players from last year

Central Europe have wake up.

Central Europe starts to awaken in January as well.

16.9% of all global sign-ups in January came from here.

JANUARY REGISTRATION FOR THE TOP 20 COUNTRIES

The importance of fairness and integrity in golf tournaments cannot be overstated.

For the World Amateur Match Race (WAMR), it is a top priority to ensure that all players

level. That is why WAMR has taken a significant step forward in the effort to eliminate handicap cheaters

To address this issue, WAMR has developed its own Artificial Intelligence (AI) system for detecting handicap cheaters. This innovative solution uses advanced algorithms to analyze player performance and identify any discrepancies between a player's reported handicap and their actual ability. The system compares a player's performance on the course to their expected performance based on their handicap and generates a list of players with an unusual number of strokes below their expected count.

The deployment of this AI system marks a major milestone in WAMR's efforts to eliminate handicap cheaters and ensure the fairness and integrity of its tournaments. By using cutting-edge technology, WAMR can proactively detect and disqualify cheaters, allowing all players to compete on a fair level.

Eliminating handicap cheaters is very important for WAMR and the golf community as a whole. The development and deployment of this AI system is a major step forward in ensuring fairness and integrity in WAMR's tournaments and promoting the enjoymen

Kelvin & Jose Luis - Canada: Hello friends, I take this moment to thank you from the bottom of my heart this beautiful unforgettable experience with all of you. A special thank you to Hakan, Andreas, Paul, Carl and Martin for everything, and we will see you in 2023

Luiza & Sylvie - Germany: Dear Martin and dear all the WAMR team Thank you all for those intensive, challenging and unforgettable days You guys did the “Hole in one ”

Thomas & Tom Miller - Canada: Thank you for organizing the World Amateur Match Race and bringing 36 teams from around the world to Dubai. It was a golf experience to cherish. The courses were outstanding and all three had fantastic finishing holes On a personal note it was quality time with my son and the memories are priceless

Ben & James - Australia: Hi Martin and the WAMR team I just wanted to thank you all for creating such an amazing experience for the World Final in Dubai All three days of golf were fantastic and, coupled with the welcome yacht party and farewell beach party, made for a truly once in a lifetime experience

- Starts locally in your country with 16 teams in each group

Winner Bracket (All teams starts here) Loser Bracket

Advance to the Playoffs 2nd

Winner Bracket "Season Start 1 - 2023"

Round 1: 1 May - 14 May (14 days)

Round 2: 15 May - 28 May (14 days)

Round 3: 29 May - 25 Jun (28 days)

WB Final: 26 Jun - 23 Jul (28 days)

Loser Bracket "Season Start 1 - 2023"

Round 1: 15 May- 28 May (14 days)

Round 2: 29 May - 11 Jun (14 days)

Round 3: 12 Jun - 25 Jun (14 days)

Round 4: 26 Jun - 9 Jul (14 days)

Round 5: 10 Jul - 23 Jul (14 days)

LB Final: 24 Jul - 6 Aug (14 days)

Do not miss the opportunity to use reserve players.

If you cannot play all the matches during the World Amateur Match Race, do not worry; we got a solution for you and your team! Each team has the right to use two reserve players, and you may only use the same players. These reserves can complement the team if needed throughout the competition.

Using up to two reserve players during the competition gives the team the necessary flexibility in case of injury, work, vacation, etc.

Winners play in the World Final in Dubai

- November 2023.

For all teams that win their group playoffs, a magical golfing experience awaits in Dubai, where flight, hotel and golf courses are paid for

As an amateur player, you will feel and be treated like the pros on “The Tour ”

Playoff Bracket (Winners from 8 local Group Race)

Round of 16 7 Aug - 26 Aug (20 days)

Quarter Finals 27 Aug - 11 Sep (16 days)

Semi Finals 12 Sep - 30 Sep (19 days)

Playoff Final 1 Oct - 16 Oct (16 days)

Kurt Altenburg & Michael Pedersen from Denmark

INTERVIEWED BY MARTIN JENSEN

Please tell me a bit about your team.

Kurt: Michael and I have known each other for many years, and back in 2020 we had a couple of beers while we were complaining about our “old bodies”. I have been playing tennis and Michael did triathlon in the past.

Michael: Suddenly we talked about golf and that was the kickstart for our golf passion. Since then, we have been avid golfers, playing regularly at Køge Golf Club and honing our skills. Our handicap has improved fast over the past two years, and now I play with hcp 14.1 and Kurt 18.6.

Kurt: We have formed a close-knit team, and we enjoy each other's company both on and off the course. We look forward to many more years of playing together and hope to see continued improvement in our game. Whether we're playing in a tournament or just a friendly round, we always strive to play our best and have a great time.

Did you play the WAMR before?

Kurt: We joined WAMR in 2021 and had thrilling games. We made it to the semi-finals but lost a close match.

Michael: In 2021, we missed out on reaching the World Final by just a hair, so we tried again in 2022 and succeeded. We hope to have similar success in 2023.

The final in Dubai, was it the experience you expected?

Michael: The final in Dubai was an incredible experience, one that we will never forget. The courses were breathtaking, with stunning views and challenging holes. The level of detail and care put into every aspect of the golfing experience was truly remarkable.

Kurt: I was thrilled to have the opportunity to play like a pro, the whole set-up was sublime from A to Z. and allowed us to fully immerse ourselves in the game, pushing ourselves to perform at our best.

I am truly grateful for the opportunity to play at the World Final in Dubai, and I hope we will qualify again this year so we can return and experience it all over again. It was a once-in-alifetime opportunity, and I feel lucky to have had the chance to participate. We would like to thank the team in Dubai and those who made it possible.

What do you like most about the tournament concept?

Kurt: The tournament concept of a two-player match play better ball was a truly unique and enjoyable experience. It provided a different challenge compared to traditional stroke play, as it required us to think critically about our strategy and make decisions that not only benefited us individually but also our partner. Another fantastic thing with this concept is the “loser bracket” We lost one match in the group race and ended up in the loser bracket. We won the remaining matches including the final again finalists from the “winner bracket”

Michael: Yeah, it is awesome that you get a second chance for qualifying for the World Final in Dubai. Another thing we liked most about the match-play better ball tournament was the camaraderie it fostered. We had to work together as a team, supporting each other and playing to our strengths. This resulted in a much more supportive and inclusive atmosphere.

Overall, the tournament concept of the match-play better ball was a fantastic experience that we would love to participate in again. It provided a unique challenge and fostered a great sense of community and teamwork, making it one of our favourite golfing experiences to date

What did the biggest impact on you at the final in Dubai in 2022?

Kurt: The biggest impact on me at the final in Dubai in 2022 was the sheer beauty and difficulty of the golf courses The Jumeirah Golf Estates, Earth Course, was particularly memorable for me, especially since it came right after the DB-World final. The challenge and beauty of the course left a lasting impression on me, and I am eager to play there again in the future.

Michael: I also found the greens at Trump International Golf Club to be extremely fast and challenging, with speeds reaching 12.5. This added an extra level of difficulty to my game and pushed me to play my best.

Kurt & Michael: However, it wasn't just the golf courses that made an impact on us. The experiences outside of the courses were just as memorable. The yacht party and farewell dinner at the beach club Bla Bla were truly exceptional, adding an extra level of excitement and fun to the entire experience. Next time we will take your advice Martin, and book an extra night to recover from the farewell party!

We can't say enough how awesome it all was, and we are grateful for the opportunity to participate in such a fantastic event.

Only 4 wins and you are back at the World Final 2023. Can you handle the pressure?

Michael: The pressure doesn't scare us, as we have been preparing for this moment since we first started playing golf in 2020. We have been playing intensively and participating in as many tournaments as possible. This experience has helped us become used to the pressure and perform at our best when the stakes are high.

Kurt: Our partnership on the course is also a major asset in handling the pressure. We complement each other perfectly in difficult situations, and our experience playing together allows us to remain calm and focused. We may have a bad shoulder and sore knees, but once we're back in the race, we will push through and give it our all. We are confident in our ability to handle the pressure and are excited about the opportunity to compete in the World Final 2023.

As the tournament director of the World Amateur Match Race and the CEO behind Happy Tech Group, which supplies the software, I am very proud of my team. I will thank all the thousands of players and Coowners for making this tournament the biggest tournament for amateur players worldwide.

-Sten Haakan Aakerlund, Tournament Director

Soon over 100,000 participants!

World Amateur Match Race's great strength for the upcoming years is assured by investors' strong interest and subscription, mainly because we have many individual shareholders who will act as global ambassadors for the tournament.

Before 2025, we expect to have more than 100,000 participants globally. As registration increases, each team will have an equal chance to advance to the World Final in Dubai.

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