The Hero Dubai Desert Classic returns this week, bringing one of the DP World Tour’s most recognisable events back to the Emirates Golf Club.
The tournament is known for its dramatic setting, strong field, and championship history in the heart of the United Arab Emirates.
Start date and schedule
This year’s edition will take place from Thursday, January 22 to Sunday, January 25. Play begins at 7:05 am local time (3:05 am UK time) each day. Early starts are expected to favour calm conditions before the desert heat builds through the afternoon rounds.
Venue details
The tournament is hosted at the Emirates Golf Club, one of the DP World Tour’s most iconic venues. The course plays as a par 72 and stretches to 7,439 yards.
Known for its wide fairways and strategic bunkering, it rewards precision and patience, especially across the closing stretch where water hazards guard key approach shots.
Where to watch
Fans can follow the event live across the DP World Tour’s official broadcast partners and streaming platforms. Daily highlights and full-round coverage will be available internationally, with live scoring updates running throughout the tournament on official channels.
Prize money
The Hero Dubai Desert Classic continues to rank among the most lucrative stops on the DP World Tour. The winner will collect a share of the multi-million-dollar purse along with valuable points in the Race to Dubai standings. Strong performances here often set the tone for the season ahead as players chase early momentum in 2026.
With perfect weather, a world-class field and one of golf’s most photogenic courses, the Hero Dubai Desert Classic is once again set to deliver a standout week on the DP World Tour calendar.
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