It’s finally time to welcome golfing heavyweights Rory McIlroy, Luke Donald and Matteo Manassero, among others, to the 9th Annual Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship.
What makes this event our number one pick for the whole family this weekend is that there is something happening for everyone to enjoy, from the most discerning amateur golfers and followers to newcomers to the sport and those not really into it at all (although you will be by the time this four-day showpiece is up).
The Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship is now one of the biggest events on the European Tour, regularly attracting some of golf’s most famous names, and, since its inception in 2006 by Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (ADTCA), it has taken place at the sublime Abu Dhabi Golf Club as part of the Tour’s ‘Desert Swing’.
For spectators, aside from witnessing a 72-hole edge-of-your-seat spectacle, the event boasts the region’s largest off-course entertainment village, which includes everything from race car simulators, great refreshments choice, to action for the whole family in the incredible HSBC Interactive Zone.
The addition of a new public Sky Box overlooking the 17th green serving delicious food and beverages all day offers yet another perfect place to sit back, relax and soak up the atmosphere!
Make note of the Theme Days too: Thursday is Mini Falcons’ Day Out allowing mums and tots to go free, while Friday is the day for ladies to dress to impress. Not only do women gain free entry that day, which includes a complimentary beverage, but there will be the chance for one fashionista to walk away with the coveted Hello! Middle East Best Dressed Prize.
Meanwhile, Saturday’s theme is ‘A Splash of Red’. In celebration of the Championship colour, simply come decked out in all your wardrobe’s reddest hues and join the masses in similar fashion on the busiest day of the tournament.
As for the party animals, Abu Dhabi Golf Club’s Falcon Terrace is the hottest ticket in town. Over the course of the four-day tournament, Falcon Terrace Hospitality ticket holders will gain unique opportunities to meet some of the world’s best players, enjoy a dedicated waitress service and savour delectable food and beverage served throughout the day.
As the day’s golfing action draws to a close, award-winning international DJ, Greg Stainer, will keep the crowds entertained with a live set of the latest tracks, on the Falcon Terrace from 6pm until late.
Based in the UAE and host of Radio 1’s ‘Club Anthems’, Stainer has previously taken his brand of accessible house music to some of the world’s most iconic venues including London’s Ministry of Sound and El Divino in Ibiza.
For any late availability and more information on the Falcon Terrace Hospitality Packages contact: [email protected] or telephone 02 558 8990.
There is absolutely no question that the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship is the one of the most highly anticipated golfing event in the Arabian Gulf, year-on-year delivering the perfect setting to watch the world’s top golfers in action and a multitude of unexpected thrills to keep spectators on the edge of their seats.
So, really, there’s not much more to say except that the UAE capital is the place to be this weekend. Enjoy.
What: The 9th Annual Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship
When: Thursday 16th to Sunday 19th January, doors open from 6.45am
Where: Abu Dhabi Golf Club Ages: All ages warmly welcomed, and in fact Juniors 18 and under go free all weekend if accompanied by a ticketholding adult.
Sport360 VERDICT: You don’t have to be a devout golf fan to enjoy what is a sensational day out for the entire family. Tic kets : From Dh50 for general admission with a number of attractive packages available. Tickets can be purchased on the door or via ticketmaster.ae
Contact: www.abudhabigolfchampionship.com
