The Abu Dhabi Challenge is a golf tournament on the Challenge Tour, Europe's second tier men's professional golf tour, held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.[1]

First played in 2023, the event is held back-to-back with the UAE Challenge, also played in Abu Dhabi. The inaugural event was held at Abu Dhabi Golf Club and won by Ricardo Gouveia of Portugal.[2]

In 2024, it was moved to Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club. Dubai-based Garrick Porteous won by a stroke ahead of five-time European Tour winner Alexander Lévy.[3]

Winners

Year Winner Score To par Margin of
victory
Runner(s)-up Venue
2024 England Garrick Porteous 256 −24 1 stroke France Alexander Lévy Al Ain GC
2023 Portugal Ricardo Gouveia 272 −16 3 strokes Spain Iván Cantero
England Joshua Grenville-Wood
England Tom Lewis
South Africa Wilco Nienaber
Abu Dhabi GC

References

  1. ^ "Tournament Guide: Abu Dhabi Challenge". European Tour. 16 April 2024. Retrieved 29 May 2024.
  2. ^ "UAE's Challenge Tour events in Abu Dhabi deliver significant economic impact". Khaleej Times. 22 May 2024. Retrieved 29 May 2024.
  3. ^ Wragg, Thomas (21 April 2024). "Dubai-based Porteous triumphs at Abu Dhabi Challenge". Gulf News. Retrieved 29 May 2024.
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