The German professional golfer Alexander Knappe has signed with the management company Sportyard International AB.

Knappe turned professional in 2011 and is a four-time winner on the Challenge Tour, winning twice in 2016 and twice more in 2022.

As the 2021/2022 season draws to a close, Alexander is in the top 3 on the Road to Mallorca and has secured his return to the DP World Tour for next season. 

Born and raised in Germany, Alexander was ranked second in the German Amateur Golf Rankings following the 2007 season and earned silver medal honours at the International German Amateur Championships three times. 

On his partnership with Sportyard, Alexander said: 
“Over the last few years I have been looking for a professional management to help me with everything off the golf course. After speaking to Johan I had the feeling that I am really welcomed in the team and that Sportyard will help me to maintain my focus on reaching my goals in golf. I am really happy to start working with Sportyard.“

Johan Elliot, Founder of Sportyard is excited to be teaming up with Alexander and said:
“Alex is a real sportsman and really dedicated to his golf. Alex has, over and over again, showed that he has the capability to play on the absolute highest level in golf, we are thrilled to get the opportunity to help him unleash his potential. On top of that, he is a true gentleman and an extremely nice person.”

Sportyard will assist Alexander with all duties and task in connection to his golf career, including commercial partnerships.