Recently launched IGPL Tournament– the first mixed tour in the world,
where men and women compete for equal prize money to take place at The Els Club Dubai,
hosted by IGPL Icon Shiv Kapur.
Dubai(News Desk):The Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL), Indias first-ever franchise-based golf league comes to the UAE.
India’s dynamic and innovative golf format is set to make its debut in the United Arab Emirates this December,marking a major milestone in the evolution of golf in the region. The highly anticipated event will be hosted at the iconic Els Club Dubai, bringing together top golfing talent, industry leaders and global enthusiasts for a world-class sporting spectacle.
At the forefront of this event is IGPL icon Shiv Kapur, celebrated professional golfer and ambassador of the league, who will be hosting the event and leading the initiative to expand IGPL’s footprint into international territory.
A New Era for Golf in the UAE
Despite being a newly launched concept, the IGPL is already renowned for its innovative league-style format, team spirit and its mission to make golf more competitive, accessible and entertaining. The UAE debut aims to bring that excitement to Dubai, already recognised as an international sporting hub with a rich golfing heritage.
Event Highlights:
Dates: December 8 th – 10 th
Venue: The Els Club Dubai
Format: Team-based league structure with competitive and amateur divisions
Host: Shiv Kapur – IGPL Icon and Professional Golfer
Participants: Golfers from across India, UAE and global golfing communities
Quotes:
Shiv Kapur, IGPL Icon and Host of the Dubai Event;
“Taking the IGPL format international has been a vision from the onset and there’s no better place to start than in Dubai, my home away from home. The Els Club offers world class facilities, and we are excited to introduce the league’s energy, camaraderie and competitive spirit to the UAE golfing community.”
Mr Uttam Singh Mundy – CEO of IGPL;
“The UAE has emerged as a dynamic golf destination and hosting our first international edition here represents a major step in our global journey. We are thrilled to have our first tournament at The Els Club Dubai and are very much looking forward to bringing together golfers of all levels for an unforgettable experience.”
General Abdullah Al Hashimi – President of Emirates Golf Federation
; 
“The expansion of the IGPL to the United Arab Emirates is a significant milestone for golf in Asia. It reflects the sport’s accelerating growth across the continent and reaffirms the UAE’s position as a global hub for elite talent, innovation and world-class competition.”
About IGPL – Indian Golf Premier League
The Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) is a pioneering league-format golf experience that combines competitive spirit with team camaraderie. Designed to elevate the sport’s popularity, IGPL brings together enthusiastic amateurs, seasoned players and professionals in an inclusive and engaging environment. With its expansion to Dubai, IGPL is now set to become a global platform for golf enthusiasts.
Website: theigpl.com
Instagram: @official.igpl
