European Stars Ready to Own the Stage at Ale Open 2025

The 2025 Ale Open presented by Discraft kicks off this weekend, June 6–8, in Nol, Sweden, bringing the Disc Golf Pro Tour’s European swing into full focus. With much of the US field staying home ahead of The Preserve, the door is wide open for Europe’s top players to take center stage — and possibly shift the DGPT rankings heading into the summer.

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Kristin Lätt – Europe’s Queen Still Reigns

Few players have dominated European disc golf quite like Estonia’s Kristin Lätt. Coming off her third DGPT win of the season at Konopiště, Lätt arrives in Nol carrying not only momentum, but also complete command of her game. She leads key statistical categories this season and is one of the highest rated players in the world. With most of her US competitors absent, this could easily be her fourth DGPT win of 2025—and another strong statement as Europe’s undisputed no.1.

Silva Saarinen – Defending Champion on Familiar Ground

Finland’s Silva Saarinen returns to Ale Open as the defending champion, having won here in 2024 when the event was still a Silver stop. Saarinen remains one of Europe’s most consistent performers, especially with her putting—she leads the DGPT this season with nearly 30% from Circle 2. If she finds her rhythm early, Saarinen may become Lätt’s biggest challenger for the win.

Julia Fors – Sweden’s Next Breakout Star?

13-year-old Julia Fors has already made waves with a top-10 finish here last year. Now, with a Q-Series win and another top-10 finish at Konopiště, Fors is rapidly becoming one of Scandinavia’s most promising young talents. With the home crowd behind her, Ale could be the stage where Fors takes the next big step.

Mauri Villmann – Europe’s Hottest Hand in MPO

On the MPO side, Estonia’s Mauri Villmann may be arriving in the best form of his career. His 2025 season includes five wins from eight starts, including his first DGPT Elite victory at Konopiště. His performance there was nothing short of dominant: 74% birdie rate, 92% fairways hit, and one of his highest career-rated rounds (1067). Villmann is establishing himself as a real contender every time he steps on a DGPT course.

Daniel Davidsson – The Title Defense

Finland’s Daniel Davidsson returns as last year’s Ale Open champion, having won the 2024 edition with a 162 total (-27), collecting $3,529 from the total pro purse of $24,694. Now that Ale has been elevated to Elite status, both the stakes and payouts have grown significantly—giving Davidsson extra motivation to defend his title against Europe’s deepest field yet.

The Northern Core: Anttila, Mäkelä, Lätt

The Nordic field remains one of the strongest in Europe. Finland’s Niklas Anttila and Väinö Mäkelä bring plenty of experience and firepower to Ale’s tight fairways, while Estonia’s Silver Lätt continues to be a serious contender whenever he finds his rhythm. With all three capable of going low, expect this trio to be deep in the hunt by Sunday.

Europe’s Rising Talent Takes Their Shot

Beyond the established names, several rising European players are stepping into the spotlight at Ale Open 2025. Estonia’s Markus Saarepuu and Maico Rimmel continue to climb the ranks, while Finland’s Oiva Päivänsalo, Elias Luukkonen and Luukas Rokkanen are building solid seasons. Sweden’s Melker Molin, Jesper Byström, and Julia Fors carry the home crowd hopes, with Fors already making waves despite her young age. Norway’s Håkon Kveseth and Denmark’s Laurits Tang-Holbek also return with plenty of upside. With the Ale Open now on the Elite level, any one of these young Europeans could surprise and break through into the lead cards.

Bigger Purse, Bigger Stage

One year ago, Ale Open handed out just under $25,000 in total payouts as a Silver event. With its new DGPT Elite status, the stakes are significantly higher this year—not only in prize money but also in tour points, media attention, and long-term career impact for many players trying to climb the DGPT standings.