Riyadh: The PIF Saudi International Golf Tournament 2025, organized by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) in cooperation with SoftBank Investment Advisers, will commence on Wednesday with its opening round. Seven Saudi players will participate, marking the largest Saudi presence in the tournament's history. The tournament will be held November 19 to 22 at the Riyadh Golf Club courses.
According to Saudi Press Agency, this tournament is being held as part of the WOW Festival, one of the main events of Riyadh Season 2025, combining golf, car shows, and entertainment activities in a comprehensive experience. The Pro-Am events, held on Monday and Tuesday, marked the official start of the tournament week, featuring top professionals alongside amateur guests. The atmosphere highlighted the event's organizational readiness, competitive level, and international dimension, providing a platform for interaction between athletes and partners.
The tournament features a distinguished lineup of players, including seven major championship winners, 46 Asian Tour titleholders, 18 LIV Golf champions, and 23 PGA Tour winners representing 33 nationalities, in addition to the seven Saudi players. Sponsored by the PIF, the tournament reinforces its status as an international platform reflecting the Kingdom's growing role in sports and investment, while supporting the development of golf locally by providing broader opportunities for national talent and hosting competitions according to the highest global standards.