Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, honored English golfer Paul Waring as the champion of the 19th edition of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, held over four days at the Yas Links course on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. This event was one of two qualifying tournaments for the DP World Tour and the fourth event in the Rolex Series this season.
According to Emirates News Agency, the tournament, organized by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and the European Tour, featured 70 of the top players of the season. The best 50 players in the Race to Dubai classification qualified for the DP World Tour Championship, which concludes next week in Dubai. The coronation ceremony saw attendance from notable figures, including Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Emirates Golf Federation, and other dignitaries from HSBC Bank and the European Tour Group.
Paul Waring emerged victorious by scoring six strokes under par on the final day, achieving a total of 24 stro
kes under par over the tournament. His compatriot Tyrrell Hatton finished second with 22 strokes under par, while Thorbjørn Olesen, Rory McIlroy, and Matt Wallis shared third place with 21 strokes under par.
Sheikh Nahyan praised the championship, highlighting Abu Dhabi’s status as a global sports destination capable of hosting major international tournaments. He noted the championship’s contribution to the growth of the tourism sector in Abu Dhabi since its inception in 2006, supported by the emirate’s infrastructure and commitment to values like tolerance and peace.
Aref Hamad Al Awani, General-Secretary of ADSC, expressed gratitude to sponsors, partners, and volunteers for their efforts in ensuring the championship’s success. He congratulated Waring and emphasized Abu Dhabi’s leadership in the global sports scene, with the championship showcasing elite international golfers in a Rolex World Series event.
Paul Waring expressed his happiness with his first victory at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, ackn
owledging the strong competition he faced. He took home a grand prize of US$1.53 million and 1,500 Race to Dubai points, while runner-up Tyrrell Hatton received $990,000 and 1,000 points.
