Faldo Series returns to Al Ain, showcasing the UAE's rising golf stars
The highly anticipated Faldo Series is back in the UAE, bringing world-class junior golf to the Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club from Tuesday, March 25th to Thursday, March 27th.
This prestigious 54-hole event is ranked by the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR), offering young golfers an invaluable opportunity to compete at the highest levels and make their mark on the global golf stage.
As part of the Faldo Series, the tournament serves as a stepping stone for juniors aged 7 to 25, with the chance to earn significant rankings in the SPWAR and EGR.
The winners will secure an invitation to the prestigious 29th Grand Final, also hosted at the Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club, cementing this event as a key milestone in a junior golfer's journey toward professional tour aspirations.
Shane Peacock, Director of Golf at Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club, shared his excitement for the event during the draw announcement: 'It is great to be able to host international tournaments of this standing at Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting and Golf Club. We have been partners of the Faldo Series for a number of years.'
A strong local presence is expected in this year's event, with standout UAE junior golfers gearing up for a thrilling contest.
In the Girls' Division, Anca Mateiu of the UAE National Team (Emirates Golf Club), Anayaa Sood (The Els Club), and Imogen Hall (UAE) are all aiming for top spots. Meanwhile, in the Boys' Division, Rayan Ahmed (Emirates Golf Federation) will be a favourite, joined by Aayan Dadabhoy (Jumeirah Golf Estates), Lukas Astrom (Jumeirah Golf Estates), Thomas Buchard (The Els Club), and home player Jeev Gill (Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club), all looking to contend for the victory.
The first round will tee off at 8:00 am tomorrow (Tuesday), with the last group beginning at 11:10 am, as competitors take to the course in three-ball groups.
With an impressive mix of international talent and local UAE stars, the 2025 Faldo Series at Al Ain promises to showcase some of the best young golfing talent in the region. It's an event that junior golfers don't want to miss, as it provides both a stage to showcase their skills and an opportunity to advance in their golfing careers.
For live updates and scoring, visit Golf Genius using the password: FJT25.
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