"DUBAI DESERT CLASSIC: Golf Tournament" Top 5 Page for this destination Dubai Sports & Outdoors Tip by JessH

The DUBAI DESERT CLASSIC (Golf) is an annual event that always draws huge crowds of tourists and expatriates alike.

Dubai is slowly establishing itself as a new premier golfing destination. The Dubai Desert Classic will once again see some of the great players battle it out on the green between the sand dunes. Tiger Woods, Ernie Els, Colin Montgomerie, etc.
Defending Champion of the next tournament is Henrik Stenson.

>> Dates: January 28th - February 3rd 2008.

>> Tee Timings:
31. January: Players practice throughout the day.
1st February: 06:50am - 12:50pm.
2nd February: 08:30am - 12:10pm.
3rd February: 08:30am - 12:10pm (all approximate times).

>> Ticket Prices: to be announced.

VISIT THEIR WEBSITE FOR UPCOMING DETAILS:
http://www.dubaidesertclassic.com/

Equipment: Comfortable shoes, a hat or parisole as sun protection, and lots of *Shhhhhhhhh!* patience...

>> Spectator's Requirements:

Strict "No Autograph" policy in effect throughout the championship week.
Camera & Camcorders are allowed on-site during Practice Rounds only.
Free Golf Lessons from PGA professionals will be available during the Official Tournament days at the driving range.
Children 12 & younger will be admitted free when accompanied by an adult ticket holder.
Stay gehind gallery rops, and wear appropriate footwear.

Address: Emirates Golf Club, Dubai
Directions: Venue Website:
http://www.dubaigolf.com/web/egc.nsf/web/index.html
Phone: +971-4-380 1777
Theme: Golfing
Website: http://www.dubaidesertclassic.com/