The Dubai Invitational returned to Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club from 15–18 January 2026, once again bringing world-class golf to one of the UAE’s most iconic championship venues. Following the dramatic inaugural edition, the tournament continued to strengthen Dubai Creek’s reputation as a premier destination for professional golf in the Middle East.
Spain’s Nacho Elvira emerged as champion in 2026, adding his name to the tournament’s growing legacy and delivering another memorable week of competition on the Creek’s championship layout. The event once again attracted leading players from the DP World Tour, reinforcing Dubai’s position as a key stop on the global golfing calendar.
The Dubai Invitational forms part of the Race to Dubai’s International Swing, opening the season with a distinctive format that blends elite competition with a unique Pro-Am experience. The tournament begins with a three-day team Pro-Am before concluding with a professionals-only final round, bringing together top DP World Tour players and amateur guests in a format that reflects Dubai’s hospitality and sporting excellence.
Set against the striking backdrop of the Dubai skyline and the historic Creek, the championship course continues to provide a compelling test of precision, strategy and composure. With its water-lined fairways, dramatic finishing stretch and iconic holes, Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club remains one of the region’s most recognisable and celebrated golf venues.
The 2026 edition added another prestigious chapter to the club’s history, reaffirming Dubai Creek’s role in shaping the future of golf in the UAE and beyond.
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