The DP World Tour is nearing its thrilling end as two playoff events will determine the 2025 Race to Dubai champion. This exciting conclusion follows a competitive season that featured 35 winners across 40 tournaments in 27 countries.
Playoff Events Details
The final two Rolex Series events take place in the United Arab Emirates. Here are the key details:
- Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship: November 6-9 at Yas Links.
- DP World Tour Championship: November 13-16 at Jumeirah Golf Estates.
Competition Format
The top 70 players from the DP World Tour rankings will compete in the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship. Following this, the top 50 will advance to the DP World Tour Championship. Significant points and prizes are at stake in these high-pressure events.
Points and Prize Money
At the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, players will compete for:
- Race to Dubai Ranking Points: 9,000 points available.
- Prize Fund: £6.9 million ($9 million).
During the season-ending DP World Tour Championship, the stakes increase:
- Ranking Points: 12,000 points up for grabs.
- Prize Fund: £7.7 million ($10 million).
The top 10 players in the final Race to Dubai rankings will share a £4.6 million ($6 million) bonus pool, with the champion receiving £1.5 million ($2 million).
Path to Victory
Rory McIlroy currently leads the Race to Dubai rankings. With 4,132.56 points, he is aiming for his seventh Harry Vardon Trophy. However, he faces tough competition, particularly from:
- Marco Penge: 3,691.24 points.
- Tyrrell Hatton: 2,866.08 points.
- Robert MacIntyre: 2,453.59 points.
To retain his lead, McIlroy must finish strong, ideally within the top 10 of both events. Conversely, his rivals must secure victories to have a chance of overtaking him in the standings.
Watch the Action Live
Don’t miss the chance to follow every moment of the action live on El-Balad. The championship reaches its dramatic conclusion with two high-stakes events, promising a showdown to remember.
