Aqaba, Jordan: Ayla Golf Club in the southern city of Aqaba is gearing up to host the 34th edition of the Jordan Open Championship.
To take place from September 2-4, the event will feature a strong line-up of top Arab and international golfers under the direct supervision of the Arab Golf Federation (AGF).
This year, the championship holds special significance as an official stop on the Arab Golf Series (AGS), sanctioned by the AGF. The series awards Arab players official ranking points within the new Arab ranking system, opening broader pathways for them to qualify for professional competitions at the international level.
The AGF, which continues to play a pivotal role in developing the sport across the Arab world, said its support for this championship reflects its commitment to expanding golf’s reach in the region.
The Federation aims to boost the participation of Arab national teams in regional and global tournaments by providing a competitive environment and strong opportunities for interaction between professional and amateur players from different countries.
Organisers said the championship serves as an example of integration between the AGF and national federations, working together to raise the readiness of Arab players, stage high-quality tournaments, nurture emerging talents, and strengthen the presence of Arab countries on the international stage.
This year’s Arab Golf Series kicked-off at the Qatar Open in February, followed by the Cedars Golf Championship, organised by the Lebanese Golf Federation in collaboration with the UAE Federation. The series then moved to Cairo for the Pan Arab Junior and Ladies Golf Championship, showcasing the first AGS event and Arab Golf Rankings for Ladies and Junior categories.
The calendar continues with the Jordan Open, followed by the Morocco Elite Tour in Tangier. In October, the Bahrain Amateur Open will be held in the Kingdom of Bahrain, followed by the Egypt Ladies and Juniors Amateur Championship, and Egyptian Men’s Amateur Open.
Saudi Arabia will later host the Pan Arab Men’s and Seniors Championship as well as the Saudi Amateur Open in Jeddah, before the season concludes with the UAE Cup and the Tunisia Open (TBC).
The Jordan Open is organised in partnership between the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority and Ayla Golf Club, with the support of the Jordan Olympic Committee and the Jordan Golf Federation, which has extended invitations to several Arab and international federations, including the AGF.
Preparations for the tournament have been ramped up by the organising committees, with Ayla Golf Club being prepared to meet the highest international standards. Comprehensive hospitality and reception programmes are being arranged alongside local and international promotional campaigns.
Additionally, training and development programmes are being organised for the Jordanian national team to enhance their technical and mental readiness ahead of the competition.
The Jordan Open Championship is one of the oldest and most prestigious tournaments in the Middle East, with a direct impact on the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR). It also plays a vital role in promoting Jordan – especially Aqaba – as a leading integrated sports and tourism destination.
