Turkish Airlines Open golf tournament returns to Antalya in 2026

Turkish Airlines will sponsor the Turkish Airlines Open golf tournament for another three years, with the 2026 edition scheduled for April 30 to May 3 in Antalya, Turkey. The event, hosted at the National Golf Club within Regnum Hotels, features a $2.75 million prize pool and is the fifth and final tournament of the DP World Tour's 2026 Asian Swing phase. French golfer Martin Couvra, who won in 2025, will defend his title. Turkish Airlines CEO Bilal Ekşi emphasized sports' unifying power and Türkiye's vision as a global hub for sports and tourism. The National Golf Club, a key developer of golf tourism in Antalya since 1994, will host international athletes and enthusiasts. The tournament strengthens Türkiye's position in professional golf on the global stage, according to Turkish Golf Federation President Yıldırım Demirören. DP World Tour officials noted the venue will provide a true test for players. This event is part of the elite European professional golf calendar and returns to the Race to Dubai schedule. For Nigerian sports fans, this highlights ongoing global events and the role of airlines in sports sponsorship. Will you follow the tournament for insights into the international sports industry, or does this signal opportunities for local sports tourism partnerships?

SOURCE: https://guardian.ng/sport/open-golf-tournament-highlights-unifying-power-of-sports-eksi/