Abu Dhabi
The Troon-managed Abu Dhabi Golf Club and Saadiyat Beach Golf Club are set to welcome the return of the popular Ramadan Open this July.
Members and guests will take on Saadiyat Beach Golf Club’s stunning beachfront course on Friday, July 25, before facing Abu Dhabi Golf Club’s famous National course, home to the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship, on Saturday, July 26.
Last year, 94 players took part in the summer showpiece, and 2014’s instalment is expected to be just as popular with added features including a delicious post-play evening buffet and an official prize giving ceremony on the final evening.
Abu Dhabi Golf Club’s Director of Club Operations, Scott McCaw told XPRESS: “The Ramadan Open is an annual tournament that’s always been a real highlight in our summer programme in Abu Dhabi.
“This is the event’s third year and last year’s response was incredible. We had 47 teams taking part since it’s a pair’s betterball format and we can expect a similar turnout this year as well.”
A new sponsor for the 2014 event is the iconic Emirates Palace hotel, which is offering participants the opportunity to enjoy a reduced rate on overnight stays across the competition weekend.
“It’s a good venture, given the response we have had. While we may not have too many Emirati players playing because of the fasting, a lot of expats will be taking part and while most entries are likely to be from Abu Dhabi, we will have a few entries from Dubai as well. The tournament is expected to have a good mix of members and guests and will have a real community feel about it,” the 37-year-old said.
Entry fee to the Ramadan Open 2014 includes the 36-hole competition, golf cart, full use of practice facilities and an evening buffet at Abu Dhabi Golf Club following Saturday’s prize presentation.
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The Ramadan Open has a 2pm shotgun start. Entry fees start at Dh150 for joint members and juniors. For more information or to make a booking please contact Tiaan Rosslee at trosslee@sbgolfclub.ae.
