Ryder Cup hero Tommy Fleetwood will return to Dubai Creek Resort from January 15-18 to defend his Dubai Invitational Championship.
In the inaugural edition of 2024, the defending FedEx champion and seven-time DP World Tour champion scored a dramatic Birdbird score at the inaugural ceremony to eliminate Ryder Cup teammate Rory McIrroy on his last day at his adopted Dubai home.
Two years later, Fleetwood returned to one of the outstanding stars of the game. In 2025, he became the second British man in history to win the PGA Tour title title, adding to his growing list of honors, including three Ryder Cup Triumphs.
The 34-year-old played a key role in Europe’s historic victory at Bethpage, ending the week with a leading scorer in both teams. Now his Ryder Cup record is an impressive 7-3-2, making him the highest victory of any European player in at least ten games.
Free admission
The goal of the world’s fifth-ranked goal is to bring your own strong form into the new season and enjoy the return of a venue with special memories.
“I’m so excited to defend my Dubai Invitational title in front of my family and friends in Dubai,” Fleetwood said.
“Winning the first edition was a very special moment for me, and Abdulla did a great job of achieving this event. I can’t wait to start the year at Dubai Creek Resort.”
Championship host Abdulla Al Naboodah added: “We are delighted to welcome Tommy back to the Dubai Creek Resort as our defending champion. His victory at the Dubai Invitational was an unforgettable moment, an unforgettable moment and set the standard world for the full victory of this match.”
The Dubai Invitational is the opening ceremony of the Dubai International Swing. The biennial event is played with a three-day professional team format with only professionals, including 60 DP World Travel Professionals and 60 amateurs.
Generally, admission is free. Fans can now www.dpworldtour.com
