What is the International Pairs?

International Pairs is a worldwide golf competition for amateur club golfers with a recognized golf handicap and is arguably the World’s largest amateur pairs golf competition.

International Pairs are specifically aimed and designed to give the amateur, handicap clubs and public handicap-registered golfers, the possible opportunity to play at a higher level against golfers of other countries in exciting tournament conditions.

Golfers that qualify in their region are invited to represent their club and country at the International Pairs World Finals, all expenses paid.

Step One

Contact us to find out about the next qualifying competition, and secure a place in the UAE National final.

Step Two

At the UAE National final, the winning pair will have the honor of representing UAE at the International Pairs World Finals.

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International Pairs Festival of Golf Abu Dhabi 2023

The Festival of Golf is a celebration of the sport we love with like minded people. A popular concept that sold out its first edition in just a couple of months. Following the success of our 2022 Event in Dubai, which saw a truly international roster of 60 golfers from 7 countries go head to head to be crowned our first ever winners, we will be returning to the UAE in 2023.

Abu Dhabi is fast becoming a bucket list destination for all golfers with the rise of Yas Links as a top 50 golf course in the world, the spectacular Gary Player designed Saadiyat Beach and the home of one of the most iconic clubhouse in the world – Abu Dhabi Golf Club.

Non Golfers & Families Welcome. We have something for everyone..

The World Finals:

  • Based on 2 people sharing.
  • Accommodation for 4 nights. including breakfast.
  • Practice round day after published arrival, competition round 1 and competition round 2.
  • Dinner and official functions on 4 evenings with cocktails, entertainment and limited specified beverages.
  • Lunch after golf at the facilities provided by the club.
  • 1 Tournament Golf shirt per person.
  • Gift pack upon arrival.
  • Range balls on each day as specified within the tournament conditions.
  • Pull cart for 3 rounds

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