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DP World Tour Eyes Europe Amidst UAE Uncertainty
22 Sep
Summary
- DP World Tour may consider Spain and Portugal for playoffs.
- UAE remains the primary location for November events.
- Player concerns add complexity to the venue decision.
The DP World Tour is actively preparing contingency plans for its season-ending playoffs, scheduled for November. While the United Arab Emirates remains the official venue, with events planned in Abu Dhabi and at Jumeirah Golf Estates, officials are reportedly considering Spain and Portugal as backup locations. This move comes amid ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East and player concerns about traveling to the region.
Specifically, Real Club de Golf Sotogrande in southern Spain and several Portuguese clubs are understood to be under discussion. Despite these backup considerations, DP World Tour chief executive Guy Kinnings has reiterated that the plan is "definitely to play the Play-Offs in the UAE." The Tour continues to work with travel advisors and venue preparations in Abu Dhabi.
Player sentiment, including comments from Matt Fitzpatrick expressing discomfort, highlights the delicate nature of the situation. This comes after the feeder circuit, the HotelPlanner Tour, already adjusted its UAE schedule earlier in 2026. The Abu Dhabi Championship is slated for November 5-8, followed by the DP World Tour Championship from November 12-15, with a combined prize fund of $19 million.
