A floodlit 9-hole course that blends desert landscapes with bold design in Abu Dhabi. Yas Acres Golf & Country Club Nestled in the Yas Acres community, Yas Acres Golf & Country Club is a bold addition to Abu Dhabi’s golf…
The golf community in Dubai and around the world is mourning the tragic passing of Emanuele Galeppini, who died following a fire at the Swiss ski resort of Crans Montana during New Year celebrations. He was 17. Originally from Genoa,…
Remember when the bowl games on January 1 put a period on the end of the college football season? Or when the Super Bowl was always played in January? Or the pro golf year started with those gorgeous views of…
Tiger Woods’ pursuit of Jack Nicklaus’ record 18 major championships has always drawn more focus than his chase of Sam Snead’s 82 PGA Tour wins for two main reasons: 1.) It’s a bigger deal; and 2.) It’s a lot easier…
It has been a difficult offseason for LIV Golf thus far. The PIF-financed league lost one of its biggest stars in Brooks Koepka, who chose to walk away from his big-money contract despite one year remaining on his deal. In…
The Arab Golf Federation continues to place a real emphasis on developing homegrown talent by creating pathways that help young players move confidently from the amateur ranks into the professional game. That commitment was reflected clearly this past season, with…
Sir Nick Faldo spent over three decades competing in golf as a major-winning player, throughout time then developed into a broadcaster and now designer, with his latest project taking him to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Set against the Tuwaiq…
Saudi Arabia is entering golf in 2026 with a unique focus on growing the sport from the roots up. The Kingdom has set an ambitious goal: to expand the number of registered golfers from 5,000 to 46,000 by 2030. Achieving…
Welcome to your FREE January edition of Golf Digest Middle East for 2026. A new year begins the only way it should in this part of the world, with elite golf front and centre in Dubai. As the calendar turns,…
The GCC Golf Championship concluded on 24 December at Ghala Golf Club in Muscat, following three days of competitive golf featuring leading amateur talent from across the Gulf region. Hosted by the Sultanate of Oman and represented by the Oman…