The Polish Open is the oldest and most prestigious professional

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tournament in Poland. First played in 1994, from

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it was included on the

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, and subsequently on the

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(formerly known as the EPD Tour). In its capacity as a

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, starting with 1994 champion

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the winner earned qualification to the

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, an unofficial money event on the

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1994–1999 featuring national open winners.

Winners

Notes

References

External links

Coverage on the Challenge Tour's official site
Former Challenge Tour events Golf tournaments in Poland

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Recurring sporting events established in 1994 1994 establishments in Poland {{poland-sport-stub