Clutch Pro Tour partners with Visit Morocco as ambitious 2025 Season tees off in UAE

Khaleej Times

17-03-2025

The Clutch Pro Tour is set to embark on its most ambitious season yet, bolstered by a new partnership with Visit Morocco – 'The Kingdom of Light.'
This collaboration enhances Morocco's position as a premier golfing destination while expanding the tour's global footprint, with key stops in the UAE, Oman, and Morocco.
The 2025 season begins this week in Al Ain, UAE, marking another milestone for the Clutch Pro Tour, which has rapidly established itself as one of the world's leading development circuits.
Since its launch in 2019, the tour has gained Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) accreditation, achieved Official Satellite Tour status to the HotelPlanner Tour and DP World Tour, and attracted an increasingly competitive field of rising stars and seasoned professionals.
Among the tour's past champions is four-time DP World Tour winner Andy Sullivan, who claimed victory in a dramatic playoff at the 2020 Clutch Pro Tour Major.
Expanding Horizons in Morocco and the UAE
This season, the Clutch Pro Tour continues its strategic expansion, with Morocco playing a central role in its international growth. The tour will also introduce a key new tournament in the UAE, the UAE Championship at Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club, which begins on March 18 and runs through March 20. The winner of this event will earn a coveted spot in next month's Abu Dhabi Challenge on the HotelPlanner Tour, along with a prize of £8,000.
Following the UAE Championship, the tour will make two stops in Oman—at La Vie Golf Club later this month and at Al Mouj Golf in Muscat in April—before culminating in a season-ending Tour Championship at Al Hamra Golf Club in Ras Al Khaimah. The stakes are high, with the top three finishers on the season-long Order of Merit securing HotelPlanner Tour cards for 2026, marking a significant step in their professional careers.
A Groundbreaking Partnership
As part of its expansion, the Clutch Pro Tour has launched a new series in partnership with Visit Morocco. The 'Morocco: Kingdom of Light Series' will feature four prestigious events in the United Kingdom, hosted at Heythrop Park, Brocket Hall, South Staffs, and Hever Castle.
This partnership will provide significant incentives for players, including £140,000 in series prize money. Additionally, the top male and female finishers will earn invitations to compete in Moroccan events in 2026, while the series champion will qualify for The Dutch Futures on the HotelPlanner Tour.
Clutch Pro Tour CEO Tom Hayward described the partnership as a defining moment for the tour.
'This is a major milestone for us,' Hayward said. 'The addition of Visit Morocco as our Official Tourism Partner reflects the momentum we're building as we expand globally. Morocco is a stunning golf destination, and we're excited to showcase its world-class courses and culture. This partnership is a key step in our long-term vision for the tour.'
Strong Field Assembles in Al Ain
The UAE Championship in Al Ain has attracted a full field of 156 players, featuring an exciting mix of emerging talent and experienced professionals. Notable names in the field include England's Ashley Chesters, Sam Westwood, and Seve Benson.
The tournament will also provide a platform for promising amateur players, including Faye AlBlooshi (UAE), Max Cashmore, Mo Craig (TFA, JGE), and Sara Engsig, as well as several others looking to test their skills against elite competition. Among the professional ranks, Tom Hanson, Tom Ogilvie, and Damien Scott will also be in action.
Tee times begin at 6:40 AM from both the 1st and 10th tees, with the final group teeing off at 1:30 PM.
With an exciting season opener, a groundbreaking new partnership, and a packed international schedule, the Clutch Pro Tour's 2025 campaign promises to be its most dynamic and competitive yet.