The Commercial Bank Qatar Masters is set to tee off at the Doha Golf Club from February 6th to 9th, 2025. This prestigious tournament marks the final stop of the DP World Tour’s “International Swing” in the Middle East. With a rich history dating back to 1998, the Qatar Masters has evolved into a significant event on the golfing calendar, attracting top-ranked players from around the world.
Key Details:
- Venue: Doha Golf Club, Qatar (Par 71 – 7,475 yards)
- Format: 72-hole stroke play with a 36-hole cut
- Purse: $2.5 million, with the winner receiving $425,000
- Points: Race to Dubai – 3,500 | Ryder Cup – 1,000
Defending Champion: Japan’s Rikuya Hoshino, who won last year with a score of -14.
Notable Participants:
- Former Champions: Sergio Garcia, Paul Lawrie, Adam Scott, Retief Goosen, Henrik Stenson, and Ernie Els.
- Recent Winners: Eddie Pepperell, Ewen Ferguson, Jorge Campillo, and Antoine Rozner.
- Favorites: English golfer Laurie Canter is the favorite, followed by Ivan Cantero and George Coetzee.
What to Expect: The Doha Golf Club is known for its challenging layout and the potential for windy conditions, which can add an extra layer of difficulty for the players. The course features four par-fives and a driveable par-four, providing plenty of scoring opportunities for those who can navigate the windy conditions effectively.
Middle Eastern Talents to Watch:
- Adrian Otaegui (UAE)
- Joshua Grenville-Wood (UAE)
- Shergo Al-Kurdi (Saudi Arabia)
- Adam Bresnu (Morocco)
Amateurs:
- Saleh Al-Kaabi (Qatar)
- Daniil Sokolov (Russia)
- Dominic McGlinchey (Scotland)
The Qatar Masters promises to be an exciting tournament with a mix of seasoned professionals and promising talents vying for the prestigious Mother of Pearl trophy.
