New championship golf course set to open in Qiddiya in 2026
A new championship golf course
designed by Sir Nick Faldo’s firm, Faldo Design, is set to open in Qiddiya
City, Saudi Arabia, in 2026.
Located approximately 45 kilometers
from Riyadh, Qiddiya is one of the world’s most ambitious urban developments,
blending entertainment, sports, and culture. The city will also feature a
course by Nicklaus Design.
The Faldo-designed course has been
constructed in a striking setting, with the towering 200-metre cliffs of the
Tuwaiq Mountains providing a dramatic backdrop on many holes. According to a
statement from the project's media partner, 54, the layout emphasizes
playability and innovative golfing experiences. Notable features include a
three-hole loop for quick rounds and floodlights to enable evening play. The
course has been seeded with Platinum TE paspalum grass, provided by Atlas Turf
Arabia.
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As part of its broader golfing
vision, Qiddiya has also partnered globally with the Faldo Series, an
initiative supporting grassroots golf development, and will host events as part
of the series.
“Qiddiya City’s partnership with Sir
Nick Faldo to design this course and support the Faldo Series reflects our
dedication to developing the sport and nurturing the next generation of Saudi
golfers,” said Abdullah bin Nasser Aldawood, managing director of Qiddiya
Investment Company.
Sir Nick Faldo added: “This is a
rare and exciting chance to be part of a visionary city where lifestyle, sport,
entertainment, and culture are being seamlessly integrated. Our collaboration
with Qiddiya City aims to inspire a vibrant, active golf community in Saudi
Arabia.”
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A cutting-edge clubhouse, golf
academy, and practice facilities are scheduled to open in 2028. These will
offer a full suite of amenities including fitness and wellness centers, indoor
and outdoor pools, meeting spaces, and diverse dining options.
Source: www.golfcoursearchitecture.net
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