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Shubhankar Sharma, Yuvraj Sandhu invited to 2026 Dubai Desert Classic
Shubhankar Sharma and Yuvraj Singh Sandhu, two Indian golfers, have been invited to play in the 2026 Hero Dubai Desert Classic.
This is a very important golf tournament that takes place in Dubai.
Shubhankar is playing for the eighth time in a row, while Yuvraj is making his first appearance.
The tournament has a lot of famous golfers, like Rory McIlroy and Dustin Johnson.
Shubhankar is excited to play again and hopes to do well.
Yuvraj is looking forward to his first time at this big event.
The tournament is special because it has a lot of money to win and is one of the most important golf events in the world.
Shubhankar Sharma and Yuvraj Singh Sandhu receive invites for the 2026 Hero Dubai Desert Classic.
The tournament is scheduled from January 22 to 26, 2026, at the Emirates Golf Club in Dubai.
Shubhankar Sharma is making his eighth successive start, while Yuvraj Singh Sandhu will make his debut.
Notable participants include Rory McIlroy, Dustin Johnson, Patrick Reed, Tommy Fleetwood, Shane Lowry, Luke Donald, Viktor Hovland, and Jayden Schaper.
Sharma regained his DP World Tour card through a strong performance in the Q-School, while Sandhu earned his invitation by winning the PGTI Order of Merit in 2025.
- Who
- Indian golfers Shubhankar Sharma and Yuvraj Singh Sandhu, along with other international stars
- What
- Invitation to participate in the 2026 Hero Dubai Desert Classic golf tournament
- Where
- Emirates Golf Club, Dubai
- When
- January 22-26, 2026
- Why
- To compete in one of the prestigious events on the DP World Tour
Key facts
- Tournament
- Hero Dubai Desert Classic 2026
- Dates
- January 22-26, 2026
- Location
- Emirates Golf Club, Dubai
- Prize Money
- USD 9 million
- Indian Participants
- Shubhankar Sharma, Yuvraj Singh Sandhu
- Notable Participants
- Rory McIlroy, Dustin Johnson, Patrick Reed, Tommy Fleetwood, Shane Lowry, Luke Donald, Viktor Hovland, Jayden Schaper
- Sharma's Participation
- 8th successive start
- Sandhu's Participation
- Debut appearance
Quotes
Shubhankar Sharma
Indian golfer and two-time DP World Tour winner
“It was awesome to receive an invite and I love this event, having played it so many times. Hopefully I can make it count with a good showing”
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Yuvraj Singh Sandhu
Indian golfer and 2025 PGTI Order of Merit winner
“I am looking forward to the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, which is such an iconic event”
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