2025 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship: Preview, full schedule, and how to watch live golf action with season-ending berths on offer

2025 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship Preview

The DP World Tour Play-Offs commence at Yas Links, where the top 70 players in the Race to Dubai compete for 9,000 points, a $9 million prize fund, and one of 50 spots in next week's season finale in Dubai.

Event Overview

The 20th Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship takes place from November 6 to 9 at Yas Links Abu Dhabi. This tournament marks the start of the DP World Tour Play-Offs and is the final opportunity for players to qualify for the season-ending event in Dubai.

After a global season of 40 events across five continents, the world’s leading male golfers gather in the United Arab Emirates to wrap up their competitive year.

Venue and Format

Venue: Yas Links Golf Club, Abu Dhabi
Course: Par 72, 7,425 yards
Format: 72-hole stroke play, no cut
Event status: Rolex Series event

Points and Field

The winner earns 9,000 Race to Dubai points (compared to 12,000 points for the Dubai finale).
Only the top 70 players in the Race to Dubai rankings are eligible to compete.

Season Impact

The top 50 players in the Race to Dubai after Abu Dhabi qualify for the DP World Tour Championship held November 13–16 at Jumeirah Golf Estates — Earth Course in Dubai.

"The world’s best men's golfers now converge on the United Arab Emirates to conclude their season."

Fans can relive top highlights from Paris 2024 and access unlimited replays, live streams, and sports event coverage during the championship.

How to Watch

Live coverage and streaming details are available for fans who want to follow the action throughout the tournament.

Author’s summary: The Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship kicks off the DP World Tour Play-Offs, offering players a crucial chance to secure a place in the season-ending Dubai event amid a $9 million prize pool.

Olympics.com — 2025-11-05