The DP World Tour has signed a new multi-year partnership with the Bahrain Olympic Committee that will secure the Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship on the DP World Tour schedule until at least 2036.
The extended agreement was officially unveiled at the Opening Ceremony for the 2026 Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship, which starts tomorrow at the Royal Golf Club in Bahrain, under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. Featuring a prize fund of $2.75 million, the tournament follows the Dubai Invitational and the Hero Dubai Desert Classic - the first Rolex Series event of the season - as one of seven events on the DP World Tour’s International Swing.
Speaking about today’s partnership extension His Highness Sheikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, Chairman of the General Sports Authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, said: “The Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship represents an exceptional competitive platform, offering significant prize rewards and a prestigious pathway toward major global competitions.
“In this regard, we are honoured to announce the renewal of the agreement for the Kingdom of Bahrain to host this championship for the next ten years. This extension reflects deep-seated international confidence in Bahrain’s professional organisational capabilities, our dedication to sustainable success, and our commitment to strengthening global sporting partnerships.”
Bapco Energies, the integrated energy company also confirmed today that they will remain as the Title Partner of the tournament until 2028. Bapco Energies became Title Partner of the tournament for the first time in 2025, moving up from presenting partner in 2024. The partnership focuses on elevating the tournament experience for players, stakeholders and spectators alike, establishing Bahrain’s premier international golf tournament as a world-class attraction. The tournament is also pioneering environmental initiatives focused on energy provision, including powering hospitality units and structures with solar energy and batteries.
Speaking about their extended partnership with the tournament Mark Thomas, Group Chief Executive Officer of Bapco Energies, said: “We are proud to extend our partnership with the DP World Tour and continue our role as Title Partner of the Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship. This partnership not only reinforces our commitment to world-class sporting events in the Kingdom, but also reflects our dedication to Bahrain’s growing presence on the global stage.”
It was also confirmed today that the Royal Golf Club in Bahrain will remain as the host venue for 2027 and 2028 editions of the Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship. Speaking about the Club’s extended agreement Captain Waleed Abdulhameed Al Alawi, Chairman of the Bahrain Royal Golf Club, said: “We are incredibly excited for the 2026 Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship to get underway and are immensely proud to once again host this prestigious event at the Royal Golf Club.
“We wish all the players every success for the week ahead and look forward to seeing world-class golf on our course. We have been delighted with the positive feedback received on the course so far, and I would like to thank our dedicated team for their outstanding efforts in preparing the event to the highest standards. We are also very much looking forward to our continued partnership with the DP World Tour and are proud to host this tournament for the years to come.”
Speaking about today’s announcements Tom Phillips, Director of Middle East at the DP World Tour, added: “This tournament has quickly established itself as a key fixture on the DP World Tour calendar, growing in stature each year and occupying an important role within the DP World Tour’s International Swing. Our extended, multi-year partnership with the Bahrain Olympic Committee, as well as Bapco Energies and the Royal Golf Club, reflect a long-term vision to deliver world-class sporting experiences, drive innovation and sustainability, and further strengthen Bahrain’s position as a leading destination for international sport, tourism and business.”
