Birdie vs. Par 🦅 Ever wondered what the pros are aiming for? ⛳️ Here is a quick breakdown of the scoreboard #JoburgOpen #JoburgSports ^TM

10-year-old Tshiamo Makamedi from Alexandra takes center stage to hit the opening shot 🏌️‍♂️It is an incredible sight as this young talent launches the tournament alongside the city’s leadership. #JobourgOpen ^TM

Executive Mayor Cllr @DadaMorero is on-site to join Tshiamo on the tee box. The Mayor’s presence today highlights Johannesburg’s position as a premier sporting destination and our commitment to nurturing local talent. #ExploreJoburg #JoburgOpen #JoburgSport ^TM

Tshiamo is not just hitting a ball; he is launching a legacy. Executive Mayor Cllr @DadaMorero stands alongside 10-year-old Tshiamo Makamedi at the #JoburgOpen opening tee-off with a powerful message for the city. As Tshiamo makes history as the first to tee off today, the Mayor confirms that the City of Johannesburg is fully committed to nurturing and supporting this incredible young talent from Alexandra. The Mayor’s vision involves providing direct support to ensure Tshiamo has every resource needed to refine his craft. We aren't just watching a guest appearance; we are witnessing a future #JoburgOpen winner in the making. This moment serves as a testament to how the City creates real opportunities for young athletes to transition from local clinics to global leaderboards. The 18th edition of the Joburg Open is about more than the R20.5m purse, it is about the Architecture of Excellence and the doors we are opening for the next generation. Come support the stars of today and tomorrow at Houghton Golf Club. Get your tickets now at: sunshinetour.com/ticket-open… #JoburgOpen #JoburgSports ^TM

Show us the #JoburgOpen through your lens📸⛳️ The action is heating up at Houghton Golf Club and we want to see your favorite moments. Whether you are catching Tshiamo’s historic tee-off, watching the pros on the fairways, or enjoying the vibe in the spectator village, make sure to share the magic with us. Tag us in your pictures and videos and use #JoburgOpen and #JoburgSports for a chance to be featured on our official pages 🇿🇦 ^TM

The rain is falling at Houghton Golf Club, but the 18th edition of the #JoburgOpen is officially underway 🌧️⛳️ Even with the wet weather, the energy is high as 156 golfers begin their hunt for the title on these pristine fairways. We are live for an action-packed Round 1, and the players are showing true grit as they navigate the course. #JoburgOpen #JoburgSports #JoburgSports ^TM

WE ARE LIVE ⛳️ Day 1 of the #JoburgOpen2026 is officially underway at Houghton. 🇿🇦 Can't make it? Catch us live on SuperSport 201/213. 🎟️ Joining us? Get tickets: sunshinetour.com/ticket-open… #JoburgOpen #ExploreJoburg #SunshineTour ^TM