Dubai, UAE:

European Ryder Cup star Tommy Fleetwood has committed to the 2025 Hero Dubai Desert Classic, adding further star power to the eagerly anticipated event set to take place at the iconic Emirates Golf Club on January 16-19.

The former Race to Dubai champion will join defending champion Rory McIlroy, who is aiming to lift the famous Dallah Trophy for a record fifth time, as a world-class field gathers at the prestigious $9million Rolex Series event on the DP World Tour’s 2025 Race to Dubai.

Tickets for next year’s event are now available, with both FREE general admission tickets and limited hospitality packages available at www.dubaidesertclassic.com.

Fleetwood, who won his seventh DP World Tour title at the Dubai Invitational in January, will make his 14th consecutive appearance on the Majlis Course next year and Dubai resident is aiming for more success in the United Arab Emirates, following back-to-back titles in Abu Dhabi in 2017 and 2018.

“I always enjoy starting my season in the Middle East and having played the Hero Dubai Desert Classic every year since I came out on Tour, it’s become a tournament that I love,” said the Englishman who won the Silver Medal at this year’s Olympic Games in Paris. “I’m looking forward to teeing it up close to home in front of friends and family once again.”

As well as FREE general admission tickets and a limited remaining number of hospitality options, the 2025 event sees the launch of a brand-new ticket option – The Social on Sixteen. Situated in the popular vantage point overlooking the 16th green of the Majlis Course, the new package is sure to tantalise fans who love to catch the action while enjoying a day of fun socialising with friends. The new package, which is inclusive of 4 hours of unlimited beverages and a selection of premium casual dining options, represents great value, with early bird tickets available from just AED 650.

Simon Corkill, Executive Tournament Director of Hero Dubai Desert Classic, commented:

"Our tagline for the 2025 Hero Dubai Desert Classic is ‘More Than Legendary Golf’ because we strive to create memorable experiences for fans both on and off the course. We’re thrilled to welcome world-class players of the calibre of Tommy Fleetwood, who will join an exceptional field headlined by Rory McIlroy. Alongside the thrilling golf, we’re excited to introduce this brand-new ticket experience situated at a prime social spot overlooking the 16th green. It’s the perfect place for fans to come together, enjoy fantastic food and beverages, and immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere that makes our tournament truly unique."

The Hero Dubai Desert Classic is the oldest golf competition in the Middle East and next year’s event will be the 36th edition of the tournament.

Established in 1989, the Hero Dubai Desert Classic is a key fixture on the DP World Tour and a part of the esteemed Rolex Series, instrumental in introducing golf to the Middle East and producing some of the sport’s most memorable moments. The 2025 event will mark its second consecutive year being GEO Certified®, having become the only tournament to do so in the Middle East and on the DP World Tour Rolex Series.

For more details and to purchase tickets please visit: www.dubaidesertclassic.com and via the Hero Dubai Desert Classic app available now on App Store or Google Play.