A general view of the Doha Golf Club.
Doha, Qatar: The stage is set for the 39th Qatar Open Amateur Golf Championship, which kicks off at the picturesque Doha Golf Club (DGC) today.
Organised by the Qatar Golf Association (QGA), the three-day tournament will bring together around 100 top amateur golfers, all competing for a shot at glory and a coveted spot in the prestigious Commercial Bank Qatar Masters. The QGA yesterday said all preparations have been finalised to host the event in a befitting manner.
The competition follows an individual stroke play format, with players battling through two rounds. The top 50 will advance to Saturday’s final round, where the champion will be crowned. This year’s winner will earn a rare opportunity to compete alongside some of the world’s best professionals in Qatar’s premier golf event on the European Tour calendar.
QGA President Hamad Abdullah Al Mana emphasised the tournament’s rich history, saying that the first edition was played on sand courses in Mesaieed and Dukhan in 1983 before moving to DGC in 1999. Over the years, it has evolved into a prestigious event that attracts players from across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
“The Qatar Open has built a strong reputation as a gateway for emerging golfers,” Al Mana said.
“Winning this event is more than just a title - it’s a stepping stone toward professional success.”
With elite amateurs looking to make their mark and seasoned players aiming to cement their legacy, the championship promises intense competition.
With windy and overcast conditions in Doha, golfers are expected to face a tough test throughout the tournament. England’s Calum Fitzgerald registered a three-shot victory to claim the title last year with Qatar’s Saleh Al Kaabi finishing second in the tournament.
