Celebratory National Day shift initiates the launch of two significant events at Dirab
Let's Get Swingin' at Dirab Golf & Country Club!
Mark your calendars, golf enthusiasts! Dirab Golf & Country Club has got back-to-back major events lined up starting with the Almarai Saudi National Day Golf Tournament this weekend. After the jaw-dropping National Day event, get ready for the American Express Dirab Golf Championship, the fourth leg of the MENA Golf Tour.
Let's dive into the details. The American Express tournament week commences with a practice round on Sunday, followed by the 54-hole competition starting on Monday. Professional and amateur golfers from across the region are ready to descend upon Riyadh for this exciting event, where windfall prizes worth a whopping $50,000 are at stake!
Interesting fact: Last year was the second time Dirab Golf & Country Club hosted an event on the MENA Tour, and they're doing it again this year! The Tour culminates at the Tour Championship presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council at Al Ain Equestrian Shooting & Golf Club with a prize money of $75,000.
On Saturday, the course buzzes with a two-ball Texas Scramble format competition attended by 116 players. The stakes are high, and regardless of where you finish, everyone gets a goody bag at the registration booth before the shotgun start at 7 a.m.
Want more deets? The 2021 American Express Dirab Golf Championship was a 72-hole stroke play format event held from October 19 to October 22, 2021, at Dirab Golf & Country Club. The total prize fund for the tournament was approximately $175,000 USD, with the winner receiving the lion's share. This key event on the MENA Golf Tour attracts professional and top amateur players primarily from the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe, offering them Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points and a chance to boost their international standings. Sponsored by American Express, the event plays a significant role in promoting golf in the region.
So, grab your clubs and join the fun! Remember, good luck and may the best golfer win! 🏆👨💼
Get ready for the American Express Dirab Golf Championship, an exhilarating sports event taking place at Dirab Golf & Country Club, attracting golfers from various regions including Saudi Arabia, Middle East, North Africa, and Europe. This tournament is part of the MENA Golf Tour, and offers professional and top amateur players an opportunity to earn Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points and boost their international standings. Also, don't miss the Almarai Saudi National Day Golf Tournament, a major event kick-starting the season at Dirab Golf & Country Club.
