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The stage is set for the highly anticipated GCC Golf Championship 2024, bringing together young golf talent from across the Gulf. Hosted by the Oman Golf Association (OGA), the competitions will take place at the Ghala Golf Club from December 22 – 24, 2024.
The 2025 DP World Tour features an exciting and diverse schedule, comprising a record 42 tournaments across at least 26 countries. The season is structured into three key phases: the “Global Swings,” the “Back 9,” and the “DP World Tour Play-Offs.”
The 2025 PGA Tour schedule features a well-structured and competitive lineup, building on the changes introduced in recent years. The season kicks off with The Sentry in Hawaii (January 2–5, 2025), a Signature Event featuring top players, followed by over 35 tournaments across 18 U.S. states and various international stops in Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
In an unprecedented three-week stretch, 20-year-old Moroccan amateur golfer Adam Bresnu has etched his name into golf history, showcasing his incredible talent on the global stage. From winning the Pan Arab Championship in the UAE to competing against some of the world’s best professionals, Bresnu’s journey reflects not only his personal ambition but also a significant milestone for Arab golf.
The International Series Qatar, held at Doha Golf Club On the Asian Tour, and the Aramco Invitational Tournament at Rolling Hills Golf Club in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, On the Asian Development Tour, showcased the impressive performances of Arab golfers like Adam Bresnu, Ayoub Lghuirati, and Faisal Salhab. These tournaments highlighted the growing talent in the MENA region and set the stage for an exciting continuation of the golf season, culminating in the PIF Saudi International powered by SoftBank Investment Advisers.
Morocco has made history as it hosts the 16th edition of the All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), Africa’s premier women’s golf competition. The tournament, held for the first time in Morocco, took place from November 28 to 30, 2024, at the stunning Tazegzout Golf Course in Agadir under the presidency of HRH Prince Moulay Rachid.
Arab golfers are making their presence felt in several prestigious international golf tournaments this week, showcasing the region’s growing talent on the global stage. From the high-stakes Asian Tour to the development-focused Asian Development Tour and the Ladies European Tour, here is a detailed look at the players competing and their aspirations.
The Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship (APAC) is one of the most prestigious golf tournaments for amateur players in the Asia-Pacific region. Established in 2009, this championship aims to nurture and develop top golf talent by offering them a pathway to some of the most significant professional tournaments in the world. The 2024 edition, scheduled from October 3-6, 2024, promises to continue its legacy, hosted at the Taiheiyo Club Gotemba Course in Japan, with stunning views of Mount Fuji in the background.
Arab golfers continued to make their mark on the international golf scene this past weekend, delivering impressive performances across various tours. From Joshua’s success on the Challenge Tour to Ines’ solid showing in France, these athletes are further proving the rising strength of golf in the Arab world.
Highlighted by qualifying to the Paris Olympics, Ines Laklalech is having a dynamic and noteworthy 2024 season so far on the Ladies European Tour, showcasing her golfing prowess across various international competitions.
