Portugal’s scenic Algarve region prepares to host the second leg of the 2025–26 MENA Golf Tour season with the $100,000 Rolear Algarve Classic commencing December 2nd at the acclaimed Amendoeira Golf Resort. The championship brings together 87 competitors (81 professionals and 6 amateurs) for a 54-hole contest on one of Portugal’s most visually striking yet demanding layouts.
Fresh from his commanding victory at last week’s Aroeira Challenge, Italian golfer Ludovico Addabbo enters the tournament with renewed confidence after posting an impressive 18-under-par total. His dominant performance earned him Category 1 status and a two-year tour exemption. ‘Last week’s win provided a significant confidence boost,’ Addabbo noted. ‘The O’Connor Course presents different challenges with its expansive layout and undulating greens, requiring precise iron play and strategic positioning.’
The field features 37 recent graduates from the MENA Tour Q School held at Troia Golf Club, including champion Chris Wood of England. Notably, UAE’s Ahmad Skaik continues his rapid transition to professional golf following his debut just last week. Skaik observed the contrasting course conditions: ‘This venue differs substantially from last week’s tight layout, offering wider fairways that resemble courses in Dubai. Each tournament provides valuable learning experiences regardless of scale.’
The event includes invited players from the Portuguese Golf Federation and PGA Tour, enhancing the international competitive landscape. Following the Algarve Classic, the tour will pause for seasonal breaks before resuming with four events in Egypt during January and February, followed by competitions in Morocco. A mid-season Q-Sprint scheduled for February 22nd-23rd will offer additional opportunities for players to join the tour or improve their competitive category.
The MENA Golf Tour solidifies its position as a premier developmental platform, offering Official World Golf Ranking points, guaranteed prize funds, and expedited 48-hour payment processing. The 2025–26 season enjoys support from WorldWide Golf and Titleist, with ongoing tournament updates available at www.MenaGolfTour.com.