The Hainan Open was a new addition to the Challenge Tour schedule for 2016, forming the first leg of a China double-header at a crucial point in the season.
With just one tournament following the fortnight in China before the NBO Golf Classic Grand Final, the big prize fund on offer at Sanya Luhuitou GC is sure to entice a high-quality field at the top of their game.
12 months ago Erik van Rooyen prevailed on the Chinese island, with his first Challenge Tour win helping him secure European Tour graduation.
