The 2025 golfing season has kicked off with the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, where defending champion Rory McIlroy is set to compete for his fifth Dallah Trophy at Emirates GC. Alongside McIlroy are top players such as Viktor Hovland, Tommy Fleetwood, and Askhay Bhatia, as well as six big names from the LIV Golf League, including Individual Champion Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton from Legion XIII. Hatton, coming off a strong run of form with four straight top 10 finishes, is making his first competitive appearance in 2025.
Patrick Reed, who finished runner-up to McIlroy in an epic battle in 2023, is also returning to Dubai along with Thomas Pieters, Adrian Meronk, and Dean Burmester. A total of five LIV players have previously won the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, with the last being Paul Casey in 2021. This event serves as the first individual event on the DP World Tour in 2025, following the Team Cup which is played the week before. Players such as Hatton will also participate in the Team Cup as part of Justin Rose’s Team GB&I.
After the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, many LIV Golf players are scheduled to compete at the International Series India, a new event on the Asian Tour featuring current US Open champion Bryson DeChambeau. This will be followed by the opening event of the 2025 LIV Golf season in Riyadh, with LIV Golf Adelaide taking place the following week. Golf fans can stay updated on all the latest tour news and equipment news by subscribing to the Golf Monthly newsletter, which provides reviews, head-to-head comparisons, and buyer’s guides from experienced experts in the field.
The 2025 golf season has started with a bang at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, where Rory McIlroy, defending champion, is aiming for his fifth Dallah Trophy at Emirates GC. Joining McIlroy in the field are top players like Viktor Hovland, Tommy Fleetwood, and Askhay Bhatia, as well as six players from the LIV Golf League, including Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton. Hatton, in fine form with four straight top 10 finishes, is making his first competitive appearance of 2025.
Patrick Reed, who had a memorable battle with McIlroy in 2023, is also returning to Dubai along with Thomas Pieters, Adrian Meronk, and Dean Burmester. The Hero Dubai Desert Classic marks the first individual event on the DP World Tour in 2025, following the Team Cup the previous week, where players like Hatton will also be competing as part of a team. The upcoming International Series India will feature players like Bryson DeChambeau, the current US Open champion, before the LIV Golf season officially kicks off in Riyadh.
For all the latest updates on the 2025 golf season, including tour news, equipment news, reviews, and buyer’s guides, golf fans can subscribe to the Golf Monthly newsletter. Stay informed about the latest developments in the sport and follow the journey of top players like McIlroy, Rahm, Hatton, and more as they compete in prestigious events like the Hero Dubai Desert Classic and the upcoming International Series India. Get exclusive insights and analysis from experienced experts in the field to enhance your golfing experience.
The 2025 golf season is off to an exciting start with the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, featuring top players like Rory McIlroy, Viktor Hovland, Tommy Fleetwood, and Askhay Bhatia. Defending champion McIlroy is aiming for his fifth Dallah Trophy at Emirates GC, while LIV Golf League players like Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton are also in contention. Hatton, with a solid record and four consecutive top 10 finishes, is looking to make a mark in his first competitive appearance of the year.
Other notable players returning to Dubai include Patrick Reed, Thomas Pieters, Adrian Meronk, and Dean Burmester, with a total of five LIV players having previously won the tournament. The Hero Dubai Desert Classic is the first individual event on the DP World Tour in 2025, following the Team Cup where players like Hatton will also be competing. The upcoming International Series India and LIV Golf season promise more action-packed events for golf enthusiasts to enjoy.
To stay up to date with all the latest developments in the 2025 golf season, golf fans can subscribe to the Golf Monthly newsletter. Get access to exclusive tour news, equipment reviews, head-to-head comparisons, and buyer’s guides from a team of experienced experts. Follow the journey of top players as they compete in prestigious events like the Hero Dubai Desert Classic and gear up for the upcoming International Series India and LIV Golf season. Don’t miss out on the latest insights and analysis to enhance your golfing experience.
