Excitement is starting to build as a host of star amateur names prepare to descend on Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting and Golf Club th s week to battle it out for the inaugural edition of UAE Cup sponsored by HSBC, set for Friday 25th – Sunday 27th October 2024.
The Emirates Golf Federation (EGF) are bringing together the UAE’s top national golfers alongside leading amateur players from around the world to compete over three days in this new highly-anticipated event.
The Elite division will span all three days, with players vying for World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) points, where the top male winner will earn an invitation to a Challenge Tour event and the top female winner will receive an invite to a Ladies European Tour (LET) event.
Additionally, the UAE Nationals tournament will take place over the weekend, as well as the hosting of the innovative Future Falcons Par 3 Championship for juniors of all skill levels.
"We are thrilled to host the UAE Cup, an event that not only highlights the exceptional skill of some of the world’s best amateur golfers but also strengthens international ties within the sport," said General Abdullah Alhashmi, Vice Chairman of the EGF.
"This collaboration between national and international players reflects our vision for the future of golf in the UAE. We believe that events like this will further enhance our reputation on the global golfing stage," he added.
"As we welcome participants to Al Ain and the UAE, we anticipate three unforgettable days of competition and camaraderie. Together, we are establishing a new benchmark for amateur golf in the region."
The event will showcase an impressive lineup of high-profile international players, including Ireland’s Emma Fleming, who has already made her LET debut.
Joining her in Al Ain will be Singapore’s Justin Kuk, who recently debuted on the Asian Development Tour (ADT) as well as clinching victory in his country’s Amateur Open.
Alongside the international contingent will be a host of highly talented UAE amateurs, including three-time Presidents Cup winner Ahmad Skaik along with his 17-year-old brother Mohammad Skaik who recently claimed headlines with a stunning round of 66 at the Boy’s Pan Arab Youth Championships in Tunisia last month.
"I am looking forward to the event, it’s going to be a very strong field with players from many countries around the world and hopefully I can play well there," said Mohamad.
"It would be very good for me to win that event. A UAE National winning the UAE Cup would be very nice, especially with it being a WAGR event. It’s a chance to show how good we are."
The UAE Cup sponsored by HSBC is poised to be a landmark tournament, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to competitive excellence and the development of golf at all With the support of partners like HSBC and a focus on nurturing future talent, this tournament aims to inspire the next generation of golfers while providing a memorable experience for all participants.
Players from 30 countries are competing including 21 representatives from the UAE:Rayan Ahmed, Faye Alblooshi, Rashid Aljassmy, Khalifa Almasaood, Hamda Alsuwaidi, Neyl Cherrat, Abdulla Darwish, Rashed Al Emadi, Sara Engsig, Natalii Gupta, ImogenHall, Aoife Kelly, Jay Mullane, Sam Mullane, Thomas Nesbitt, Intissar Rich, Mohammad Skaik, Ahmad Skaik, Jonathan Selvaraj, Mohammed Thabet and Saif Thabet.
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