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With the 2025/26 season fast approaching, the Emirates PGA has released a new-look schedule for the upcoming season.
Comencing in just a few weeks, the 2025/26 season includes the launch of the Emirates PGA Matchplay, the second edition of the ‘Into the Night’ series and the official start of this year’s Order of Merit season.
Emirates PGA Matchplay – Schedule, Timeline
The 2025/26 Emirates PGA Matchplay will officially kick off on 1st September. With two titles already under his belt, Stuart Smith is likely to be the favourite this season as he sets his sights on a third consecutive Matchplay victory, but with a strong field expected, the challenge is wide open.
Stuart Smith – Emirates PGA Matchplay 2024/25 Champion
The schedule has been brought forward this year to ensure the event concludes before the HotelPlanner Tour, allowing Order of Merit points to be awarded appropriately for those participating.
Matchplay Rounds Timeline:
Round 1: 1 September – 5 October
Round 2: 6 October – 15 December
Winter Break: 16 December – 4 January
Round 3 (Quarterfinals): 5 January – 15 February
Finals Window: 15 February – 31 March
2025/26 Emirates PGA Season – Confirmed Dates & What’s Ahead
The 2025/26 Emirates PGA Order of Merit season will officially begin on Saturday, 14th September at Emirates Golf Club (Majlis Course). This will be followed by the first professional-only event on Friday, 20th September at the newly renovated Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, a highly anticipated return to one of the region’s premier championship venues.
Tommy Fleetwood Academy Teaching Professional, Jackson Bell, secured the overall Order of Merit title for the 2024/25 season, despite undergoing three hand surgeries and spending over a year on the sidelines prior. The Scot will be looking for more of the same performances that took him to the number one spot.
Jackson Bell – Emirates PGA OOM 2024/25 Winner
While several event dates are still being finalised, the calendar is shaping up to be a strong mix of competitive and social opportunities across the UAE. We’ll continue to share updates as more fixtures are confirmed.
Sep 14, 2025 – Lincoln Pro-Am – Emirates Golf Club (Majlis Course)
Sep 22, 2025 – EPGA Saadiyat
Sep 29, 2025 – EPGA Jebel Ali
Oct 04, 2025 – Lincoln Pro-Am – Yas Links Abu Dhabi
Oct 06, 2025 – EPGA Sharjah
Oct 15, 2025 – EPGA Dubai Creek (Pro-Am)
Oct 18, 2025 – Lincoln Pro-Am – Jumeriah Golf Estates (Fire Course)
Oct 27, 2025 – EPGA Jumeirah (Earth Course)
Nov 23, 2025 – Lincoln Pro-Am – Dubai Creek
Nov 24, 2025 – EPGA Yas Acres
Dec 06, 2025 – Lincoln Pro-Am – Jumeriah Golf Estates (Earth Course)
Dec 09, 2025 – EPGA Al Ain
Feb 03, 2026 – EPGA Tower Links
Feb 06, 2026 – Lincoln Pro-Am – Dubai Creek – Final
Feb 22, 2026 – EPGA Al Dhannah
Mar 02, 2026 – EPGA Montgomerie
Apr 06, 2026 – EPGA Dubai Hills
Into the Night Series – Social Golf
Finally, the Emirates PGA are excited to see momentum building behind their ‘Into the Night Series’, a new addition to the Emirates PGA calendar designed to create a relaxed, social platform for members to connect, compete, and enjoy golf in a fun evening setting.
The second open evening will take place at Track Meydan in Dubai on Sunday, 24th August, with limited spots still available. If you’re looking to ease into the season in a more casual environment, this is the perfect opportunity.
24 August – Track Meydan
7 September – Trump Dubai
You can contact the Emirates PGA on LinkedIn and Instagram for more information.
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