2025 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship Preview
The DP World Tour Play-Offs kick off at Yas Links Abu Dhabi, where the top 70 players in the Race to Dubai compete for 9,000 points, a $9 million prize fund, and one of 50 spots in next week’s season finale in Dubai.
Event Overview
The 20th Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship takes place from 6 to 9 November at Yas Links Abu Dhabi. Serving as the opening event of the DP World Tour Play-Offs, it offers the final opportunity for golfers to secure their place in the year-ending DP World Tour Championship.
After a worldwide season spanning five continents and 40 tournaments, the leading male golfers gather in the UAE to wrap up their campaign.
Venue and Format
- Location: Yas Links Golf Club, Abu Dhabi
- Course: Par 72; 7,425 yards
- Format: 72-hole stroke play with no cut
- Status: Rolex Series event
Points and Field
- Race to Dubai points: 9,000 for the winner at Abu Dhabi; 12,000 available next week in Dubai
- Field: Top 70 players from the Race to Dubai standings
- Season impact: Top 50 players after Abu Dhabi qualify for the DP World Tour Championship (13–16 November, Jumeirah Golf Estates – Earth Course)
How to Watch
Fans can enjoy live coverage and replays of all the golf action throughout the event.
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Author's summary: The Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship marks the crucial start of the DP World Tour Play-Offs, where top players vie for valuable points, prize money, and qualification for the season-ending finale in Dubai.