The exciting sport is all set to tee off in Sharjah’s world-class country club.
Did you know that football and golf could be combined?
Footgolf, a thrilling mix of the two, is coming to Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club for the Sharjah International Footgolf Tournament. Scheduled from 12-14 January, some of the world’s best players are expected to arrive. Registrations are now open with limited spaces for UAE citizens and residents to sign up at AED 370 per player.
Bringing together over 140 players from over 20 different nationalities, the event is organised by Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Authority (SCTDA) in partnership with Sharjah Sports Council and Professional Footgolf Tour.
Both men and women will be competing for cash purses over a two-day competition, utilising an 18-hole, stroke-play format. The tournament will have four players per group, teeing off every six minutes.
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Players will compete across two days, vying for a whopping USD 40,000 and then some in total prize money. The event is also open to amateur footgolf players based in UAE with a prize fund of USD 1,500 up for grabs, with these players also eligible for the overall fund.
While Footgolf tournaments have taken place all over the world to date, the Sharjah International Footgolf Tournament will be the first of its kind within the GCC.
Combining golf and football, footgolf has become a global phenomenon in recent years. Requiring little equipment, skilled players utilise precision and foot control to kick a regulation size five football into specially designed large holes.
However, like regular golf, there are hazards — and the difference often comes down to putting. Following the two-day tournament, a family-friendly footgolf course will also be installed at Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club!
For more information or to sign up to participate, visit profootgolftour.com
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