The DP World Tour Championship 2026 takes place from 12 to 15 November on the Earth course at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai. It’s the final event of the DP World Tour season, the week the Race to Dubai champion is crowned, and it’s played for a prize fund of US$10 million.
Entry on Thursday is free if you register in advance, and children aged 17 and under go free on every day. Below, you’ll find the dates, prize money, past winners, ticket options, the daily schedule and how to get to the course.
- What is the DP World Tour Championship?
- DP World Tour Championship 2026 dates and venue
- DP World Tour Championship prize money
- Who won the DP World Tour Championship?
- DP World Tour Championship tickets
- Schedule of the week
- How to get to the DP World Tour Championship Dubai
- Tips for spectators
- Living in Jumeirah Golf Estates
What is the DP World Tour Championship?
The DP World Tour Championship is the season finale of the DP World Tour, and the second and final event of the DP World Tour Play-Offs, which bring the season to a close.
Only the best players of the year get in. The top 70 available players on the Race to Dubai Rankings play the first Play-Off event, the Abu Dhabi Aldar Championship at Yas Links (5 to 8 November). The top 50 available players then move on to Dubai for the DP World Tour Championship, where the Race to Dubai champion is decided.
The tournament is played over 72 holes of stroke play, with no cut, so every player in the field plays all four rounds. If there’s a tie for first place, it goes to a hole-by-hole play-off. The winner earns 2,000 Race to Dubai points.
The event first ran in 2009 as the Dubai World Championship presented by DP World and took its current name in 2012. Every edition has been played at Jumeirah Golf Estates.
DP World Tour Championship 2026 dates and venue
| Detail | DP World Tour Championship 2026 |
| Dates | Thursday 12 to Sunday 15 November 2026 |
| Venue | Earth course, Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai |
| Format | 72-hole stroke play, no cut |
| Field | Top 50 available players on the Race to Dubai Rankings |
| Prize fund | US$10,000,000 |
| Gates open | 7:45 am Thursday to Saturday, 6:45 am Sunday |
| Venue closes | 7 pm Thursday and Sunday, 8 pm Friday and Saturday |
| Rolex Pro-Am | Tuesday 10 November (not open to the public) |
There is no public practice day this year, so the first chance to see the players on the course is round one on Thursday.
DP World Tour Championship prize money
The DP World Tour Championship prize money for 2026 is US$10 million, the same as in 2024 and 2025. Across both DP World Tour Play-Offs events, a total of US$19 million is on offer.
Here is how the prize fund has changed since 2019:
| Year | Prize fund |
| 2026 | US$10,000,000 |
| 2025 | US$10,000,000 |
| 2024 | US$10,000,000 |
| 2023 | US$10,500,000 |
| 2022 | US$10,000,000 |
| 2021 | US$9,000,000 |
| 2020 | US$8,000,000 |
| 2019 | US$8,000,000 |
Who won the DP World Tour Championship?
Matt Fitzpatrick won the DP World Tour Championship in 2025. It was his third title at Jumeirah Golf Estates, after wins in 2016 and 2020, which puts him level with Jon Rahm and Rory McIlroy as the most successful players in the event’s history. The 2026 champion will be crowned on Sunday 15 November, with the prize giving on the 18th at around 4:30 pm.
| Year | Dates | Winner |
| 2025 | 13–16 Nov | Matt Fitzpatrick |
| 2024 | 14–17 Nov | Rory McIlroy |
| 2023 | 16–19 Nov | Nicolai Højgaard |
| 2022 | 17–20 Nov | Jon Rahm |
| 2021 | 18–21 Nov | Collin Morikawa |
| 2020 | 10–13 Dec | Matt Fitzpatrick |
| 2019 | 21–24 Nov | Jon Rahm |
| 2018 | 15–18 Nov | Danny Willett |
| 2017 | 16–19 Nov | Jon Rahm |
| 2016 | 17–20 Nov | Matt Fitzpatrick |
| 2015 | 19–22 Nov | Rory McIlroy |
| 2014 | 20–23 Nov | Henrik Stenson |
| 2013 | 14–17 Nov | Henrik Stenson |
| 2012 | 22–25 Nov | Rory McIlroy |
| 2011 | 8–11 Dec | Alvaro Quiros |
| 2010 | 25–28 Nov | Robert Karlsson |
| 2009 | 19–22 Nov | Lee Westwood |
Henrik Stenson is the only player to have won it in back-to-back years, in 2013 and 2014.
DP World Tour Championship 2021
The DP World Tour Championship 2021 was played from 18 to 21 November at Jumeirah Golf Estates, under the name DP World Tour Championship, Dubai. Collin Morikawa won the title, and the prize fund that year was US$9 million.
The following year, the prize fund rose to US$10 million, and it reached a record US$10.5 million in 2023.
DP World Tour Championship tickets
Tickets are sold through the official DP World Tour website. Every ticket is digital, so download yours and add it to your phone’s digital wallet before you set off.
General admission and Ticket+
- General Admission: Covers the full 18-hole Earth course and the Championship Village. Thursday is free with pre-registration, while Friday to Sunday are paid, with weekend tickets from AED 160. Children aged 17 and under go free but still need a registered ticket. You can book up to four tickets per day.
- Ticket+: From AED 180 (AED 440 at the weekend). Includes general admission plus access to The Greatest Bar on Earth by the 17th hole, with a viewing platform, live music, a paid bar and priority food and drink service.
- 1st Tee Experience: An AED 65 add-on with a viewing area overlooking the first tee, plus soft drinks and refreshments. You’ll need a general admission ticket for the same day.
- Mat Pilates by REVIVE: A free morning Pilates session on the Championship Village stage at 9am. Places are limited, so reserve one in advance.
Hospitality packages
- Earth Lounge: From AED 999. A chalet on the 16th green with breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks, free-flowing drinks and parking with shuttles. Everyone aged 2 and over needs a full-price ticket.
- Championship Chalet: From AED 2,000. Overlooks the 18th fairway and green, with live cooking stations, free-flowing drinks, a big screen, Wi-Fi, parking and access to a private platform at the first tee. Guests must be over 12.
- Members Lounge on 18: From AED 1,900, reserved for Jumeirah Golf Estates members with a valid member ID.
For corporate options, such as the DP World Tour Breakfast Club (from AED 200) and private event space, the organisers take enquiries at premium@etghq.com.
Schedule of the week
Play starts at around 8:15 am from Thursday to Saturday, and earlier on Sunday. Saturday is Ladies Day, and Sunday is Family Day, so the weekend has the most going on off the course.
| Day | Round | Gates open | First tee time (approx.) | Venue closes |
| Thursday 12 Nov | Round one | 7:45 am | 8:15 am | 7 pm |
| Friday 13 Nov | Round two | 7:45 am | 8:15 am | 8 pm |
| Saturday 14 Nov | Round three (Ladies Day) | 7:45 am | 8:15 am | 8 pm |
| Sunday 15 Nov | Final round (Family Day) | 6:45 am | 7 am | 7 pm |
Ladies Day (Saturday 14 November)
Ladies can pick up a wristband at the Village Information Point between 7 am and 3 pm and claim two free drinks from 11 am, while stocks last. There are free Chicks with Sticks golf clinics on the driving range from 1:30 pm, a new Ladies Golf Society Challenge, trick shot shows through the day and live music from Ark Angels after play.
Family Day (Sunday 15 November)
Sunday has the biggest line-up for kids, with face painting, arts and crafts, bubble and magic shows, character appearances, a juggler and a Creative Corner. Magic Phil is on the main stage at midday, free Golf for All clinics run on the range from 1pm, and Greg Pearson plays live after the prize giving.
Every day
- Kids’ activities in the Kids Zone at the Championship Village
- Free Golf for All clinics with the Tommy Fleetwood Academy on the driving range
- Trick shot shows by the Golf for All zone
- Food and drink on the course (2nd tee and 5th green) and bars at the 15th and 18th greens
- Live music on the Championship Village stage after play, at around 5 pm
How to get to the DP World Tour Championship Dubai
The organisers recommend public transport, and parking at the venue is limited.
By metro and free shuttle
The closest station is Jumeirah Golf Estates Metro Station. Free shuttle buses run between the station and the venue from Thursday to Sunday, roughly every 30 minutes depending on traffic. The last shuttle back to the metro leaves at 7 pm on Thursday and Sunday, and at 8 pm on Friday and Saturday.
By taxi
There is a taxi drop-off and pick-up area at the venue. Once you’re inside Jumeirah Golf Estates, ask your driver to follow the event signs.
By car
Parking in the Public Car Park costs AED 50 per vehicle if you book in advance, or AED 80 if you pay on arrival.
- From Dubai: Take Sheikh Zayed Road, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road or Al Khail Road and follow the signs for Al Fay Road. Drive past Production City on your right, keep right, take the exit to the roundabout and turn right at the first exit. Signs for the tournament and Jumeirah Golf Estates start from there.
- From Abu Dhabi: Follow the E311 Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road towards Dubai and Sharjah, then follow the event signs.
Overnight parking is not allowed. Cars left in the Public Car Park or Hospitality Car Park 2 after closing time will be fined and towed. The car parks close 30 minutes after the venue: 7:30 pm on Thursday and Sunday, and 8:30 pm on Friday and Saturday.
Tips for spectators
- It’s cashless: Only contactless payments are accepted, and there’s no ATM on site.
- Leave the camera at home: Cameras aren’t allowed from Thursday to Sunday. Phones are fine, as long as they’re on silent.
- Food and drink: You can bring a small packed lunch and a soft drink in a small backpack. Alcohol, glass bottles and picnic hampers aren’t allowed.
- Bring a chair and a water bottle: There are no grandstands, but folding chairs are allowed, and there are water refill stations around the course.
- Charge your phone: There are no charging points, so bring a power bank. Limited free Wi-Fi is available in the Championship Village and some other areas.
- Dress for the course: Casual golf wear and comfortable shoes work best, as the ground can be uneven. Metal spikes aren’t allowed. Bring sunscreen.
- Bags are allowed: Bags and rucksacks are searched on entry, and there’s no left-luggage facility.
- Families: Pushchairs are allowed, and there are baby-changing facilities in the Championship Village. Vulnerable person wristbands are available at the Welcome tent.
- Other facilities: First aid, toilets, separate prayer rooms for men and women, an information tent and wheelchair viewing areas.
- Pets: Dogs aren’t allowed, except registered assistance dogs.
On the course, stay behind the ropes, use the marked crossing points and keep still and quiet while players take their shots.
Living in Jumeirah Golf Estates
Jumeirah Golf Estates is more than a tournament venue. It’s also a residential community with its own metro station. Read our pros and cons of living in Jumeirah Golf Estates or see prices, rents and amenities on the Jumeirah Golf Estates Area Insights page.
If you’re looking for a home in the community, browse properties for sale in Jumeirah Golf Estates or properties for rent in Jumeirah Golf Estates. For more options, see our guide to the best golf communities in Dubai, and if you’d like to play yourself, our list of the best golf courses in Dubai is a good place to start.
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Key Takeaways
- The DP World Tour Championship 2026 runs from 12 to 15 November on the Earth course at Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai.
- It’s the DP World Tour’s season finale, open to the top 50 on the Race to Dubai Rankings.
- The prize fund is US$10 million, with US$19 million across both Play-Off events.
- Thursday entry is free with registration, weekend general admission starts at AED 160, and kids aged 17 and under go free.
- Free shuttles run from Jumeirah Golf Estates Metro Station, and parking costs AED 50 when booked in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
It runs from Thursday 12 to Sunday 15 November 2026.
On the Earth course at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai, the tournament’s home since 2009.
The 2026 prize fund is US$10 million.
Matt Fitzpatrick, Jon Rahm and Rory McIlroy have each won it three times.
Matt Fitzpatrick, Jon Rahm and Rory McIlroy have each won it three times.
The top 50 available players on the Race to Dubai Rankings, after the Abu Dhabi Aldar Championship, qualify for the event.
Thursday general admission is free if you pre-register. Friday to Sunday are paid, and children aged 17 and under go free every day with a registered ticket.
Take the metro to Jumeirah Golf Estates Metro Station, then catch the free shuttle bus to the venue.
Yes, a small packed lunch and a soft drink are allowed. Alcohol and glass bottles aren’t.
