The Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup, one of the largest amateur golf tournaments worldwide, concluded on Friday, November 8. Hosted for the first time at the Ayla Golf Club in Aqaba, the tournament saw extensive participation from both local and international players.
Steve Clifton took first place with a score of 38 points, followed by Joe Mendoza in second with 36 points, and Yahya Barakat in third with 35 points.
Reflecting on the event, Sahl Dudin, Managing Director of Ayla Oasis Golf Company, said, "We are proud to host this prestigious tournament in partnership with Turkish Airlines, which further establishes Ayla as a premier golf destination in the region and around the world.”
Dudin added that Ayla was fully prepared to host this thrilling tournament and hopes it will pave the way for future competitions that can help uncover new talent in golf.
Dr. Taner Erem, General Manager of Turkish Airlines in Aqaba, noted, "We’re delighted to bring this event to Aqaba for the first time and hope it becomes a fixture on the sports calendar here. Hosting so many talented competitors in Antalya has been a source of pride, and we look forward to creating even more unforgettable memories this year.”
Among 118 qualifying tournaments held in 67 countries, the winners will advance to the Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup final, scheduled for December at the Gloria Serenity Resort in Antalya, Turkey.
Ayla has become a premier destination for major golf events, having previously organized the Ayla Mixed Golf Championship, the world’s first mixed-gender tournament, and the "Journey to Jordan” MENA Tour, which spans the Middle East and North Africa. Ayla’s award-winning golf course covers 800,000 square meters, featuring lush fairways, crystal-clear lakes, varied elevations, and strategically placed holes that add unique challenges.
The Golf Club also houses a state-of-the-art academy offering premium services, group lessons, and professional training led by certified PGA instructors, catering to both new and seasoned golfers.
