DISCRAFT AND OTB FUEL A NEW ERA FOR THE AUSTRALASIAN OPEN

Taupō, New Zealand — Two powerhouse names in disc golf — Discraft and OTB Discs — are teaming up to present the 2026 Discraft Australasian Open presented by OTB, the marquee stop of next season’s Tour Down Under.

Cover Image: Corey Ellis celebrates his win at the 2024 Taupō Classic — the tournament that launched the Tour Down Under, now rebranded to the Australasian Open.

Set for January 16–18, 2026, at the world-renowned Spa Park Disc Golf Course in Taupō, this landmark event represents a new era for professional disc golf in Oceania. As the feature event of the 2026 Tour Down Under season, the Australasian Open will bring together the sport’s biggest stars and brightest regional talent for three unforgettable days of competition, culture, and celebration under the summer skies of Aotearoa New Zealand.

“The Australasian Open is about creating a stage for elite competition while accelerating the growth of disc golf across Oceania. To have Discraft and OTB backing this vision is massive.” - Steve Lawson, Australasian Open Tournament Director. 

Above: Aidan Scott (center) triumphs at the 2025 Taupō Classic — paving the way for the event’s next era as the Australasian Open.

Discraft and OTB Lead the Charge

Founded in 1978, Discraft has long been synonymous with quality, innovation, and excellence in disc design and production. With legends like 5x World Champion Paige Pierce on its roster, the brand continues to shape the sport’s modern era and inspire players worldwide.

Joining them is OTB Discs, one of the game’s most respected retailers and community supporters. Renowned for their deep product catalog, global shipping, and player-first ethos, OTB’s commitment to growing disc golf internationally — including recent expansion into Europe — makes them an ideal partner for this global stage in New Zealand.

A Star-Studded Field

The 2026 Australasian Open will be headlined by Discraft athletes Paige Pierce and Taylor Chocek, both fresh off their inclusion in the TDU Class of 2026. Pierce, a five-time world champion, brings unmatched pedigree and star power, while Chocek represents the next generation of Discraft excellence — athletic, dynamic, and hungry to make her mark.

Their appearances at Taupō will cap off a historic Tour Down Under season, which continues to redefine professional disc golf’s international footprint and create opportunities for fans and players across Oceania to connect with the sport’s elite.

A Landmark for Oceania

As the highest-ranked disc golf course in the Southern Hemisphere, Spa Park provides a fitting stage for this milestone moment. With world-class media coverage, fan experiences, and a global audience tuning in, the 2026 Discraft Australasian Open presented by OTB is set to become a cornerstone event for years to come — showcasing New Zealand’s natural beauty and Oceania’s growing strength on the world disc golf scene.

Five Weeks. Four events. One unforgettable summer.
The 2026 Tour Down Under is shaping up to be bigger, brighter, and more competitive than ever. The Year in Disc Golf starts here.

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