Bahrain Olympic Committee signs deal to keep DP World Tour event in the Kingdom until 2036

The Bahrain Olympic Committee has officially solidified the Kingdom’s status as a premier global golfing destination by signing a landmark multi-year extension with the DP World Tour. Introduced in the opening ceremony of the 2026 Bahrain Championship at the Royal Golf Club, the deal guarantees the tournament will continue to feature on the world calendar at least through to 2036. This ten-year promise demonstrates the increased role of the country in elite sports and its intention to create long-term relationships with sports. The event has a huge prize money of $2.75 million that has continued to bring the best golfers in the world to Manama.

Strategic Vision for the DP World Tour in the Kingdom

The historic agreement is espoused of a mutual desire between the Bahrain Olympic Committee and the international golf authorities to provide sporting experiences of the world. By securing the tournament for another decade, the Kingdom reinforces its role within the “International Swing,” promoting tourism and sustainable economic growth. Local authorities stressed the fact that the extension is a sign that the world believes that the country has high organizational standards and high-quality facilities, such as the Royal Golf Club, where the event will be held until 2028. for more news updates, visit our Gulf Independent News page.

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