The greatest tennis extravaganza in the Middle East will kick-off at the Dubai Tennis Stadium on February 20th with the $1,000,000 women's event featuring no less than six Grand Slam champions, and will be followed from February 27th when another $1,000,000 will be up for grabs in the 14th staging of the ATP tournament.

As well as three-time champion Roger Federer and the return of the legendary Andre Agassi, the award-winning event will welcome back the most exciting young player in the world, French Open champion Rafael Nadal. The young Spaniard returns as one of the true superstars of the game after reaching the quarter-finals on his Dubai debut in 2004. More >>

The Dubai Desert Classic belongs to the people of Dubai. It is recognised as one of the finest sporting events in the Middle East.

Our commitment is to the quality of the tournament and having it acclaimed as one of the finest golfing events in the world that professional golfers and fans want to attend because of its professionalism and enjoyment level.

The Dubai Desert Classic will be dedicated to:

• Showcasing Dubai as one of the world’s greatest destinations.
• Reflecting the charm and ambience of the unique local culture of the region.
• Sharing long term and equitable partnerships with its sponsors.
• Expanding its branding globally.
• Training U.A.E Nationals in sports management and marketing.
• Creating an experience that the people of Dubai take ownership of.

The Dubai Desert Classic will stimulate a culture of enthusiasm, excellence and innovation, setting it apart from other events.

Dubai Desert Classic is a PGA European Tour sanctioned event sponsored by Dubai Aluminium (DUBAL)

Venue
Emirates Golf Club, Dubai, U.A.E
Promoters
&
Organisers
golf in DUBAI
P.O. Box 119813, Dubai, U.A.E
Tel: + 9714 3995060, Fax: + 9714 3993225
Dates for 2006
31st January 2006 - Challenge Match - Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa
1st February 2006 - Pro-Am
2nd February 2006 - First Round
3rd February 2006 - Second Round
4th February 2006 - Third Round
5th February 2006 - Fourth and Final Round
Prize Money
$ 2.4 Million
Defending Champion
Ernie Els
66-68-67-68(-19) 269

Exhibition Village
Open from 10am to 6pm for the four days of the event and on Pro-Am day, the Golf Exhibition will feature clubs, clothing and exhibits from the UAE golf industry.

------------------------------------------------------

Camel Racing

Camel-racing, a traditional sport, is extremely popular in the Emirates. It was originally staged in an informal setting, at weddings or special festivals, but now customized tracks have been built throughout the country where race meetings are held in the winter months from October to April, culminating in the annual camel race festival at Al Wathba which attracts entrants from all over the world.

More>>