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Tiger Woods Dubai holds preview of holes at Al Ruwaya
- United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, July 11 - 2007 at 10:11
- PRESS RELEASE
Two weeks after celebrating its groundbreaking, The Tiger Woods Dubai, a member of Tatweer, yesterday offered a preview of holes 12, 17 and 18 at Al Ruwaya, the first-ever course designed by Tiger Woods.
Al Ruwaya will be a par 72, championship-quality course with six sets of tees ranging from 7,700 to 5,300 yards.
"Al Ruwaya means serenity, so I really wanted this course to be an oasis from the pace of the city," Woods said. "We've worked hard to create a unique environment that's fun to play."
Al Ruwaya will be the centerpiece of The Tiger Woods Dubai located in Dubailand, the region's largest tourism and leisure project. In addition to Al Ruwaya, The Tiger Woods Dubai will feature a boutique hotel & spa, a clubhouse, a golf academy and 292 luxury homes. It is expected the master plan will be released in early Fall 2007.
"We are very excited to see how Al Ruwaya is taking shape," Project Director Abdulla Al Gurg said. "The Tiger Woods Dubai is going to be an unbelievable development that will attract visitors and residents from around the world."
About the holes
Hole 12, par 3, 181 yards
"Visually it's very dramatic due to the elevations and vegetation, but it's also very strategic. It plays over a 30-foot depression of native grasslands and shrubbery to a somewhat crowned green. Pin position will dictate strategy off the tee and club selection will be very important. You are really going to have to think on the tee about your shot, especially if the wind is up." - Tiger Woods
Hole 17, par 4, 341 yards
"This hole will have a big impact on the finish of the round. It plays slightly uphill but downwind, and presents several strategic choices off the tee. This is a great drivable risk/reward hole that provides an opportunity for birdie or eagle heading into 18. Smart decisions and proper execution will be rewarded, but it will be hard to save par if you make an error." - Tiger Woods
Hole 18, par 4, 507 yards
"I wanted the finish of the round to be a real test both mentally and physically. It all starts with the tee shot. One option is to challenge the right side of the fairway for a shorter approach to the green, but doing so requires contending with the water and playing over it on the approach. The green is well guarded by the water so golfers will have to decide whether to challenge right side pin positions or play away to the left. Overall, I think if you walk off 18 with a par, you will feel like you made some smart decisions and executed properly." - Tiger Woods.
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About The Tiger Woods Dubai
The Tiger Woods Dubai, a member of Tatweer, is a private residential community and resort that will include the world's first golf course designed by Tiger Woods - Al Ruwaya.
Embodying Tiger Woods' vision of creating a spectacular, challenging golf course, Al Ruwaya, will be a 7,800 yard, par 72, 18 hole championship course with dramatic elevation changes, lush landscaping, stunning water features and an overall design that will challenge and entertain golfers of all playing abilities. Luxurious residential and hospitality components will include 292 residences, a boutique hotel, a well-being spa, a fine dining restaurant, a professionally staffed golf academy, and the Al Ruwaya clubhouse.
A truly exclusive address, this private golfing community is scheduled for completion in September 2009. It will occupy an area of 55 million sq ft in Dubailand off Al Hibab Road; a 30 minute drive from Dubai's city center and the Dubai International Airport.
About Tatweer
Launched in December 2005 Tatweer is one the region's most promising enterprises and a Member of Dubai Holding. It owns nine market-leading companies and managing an ambitious business development plan.
Its current portfolio is divided into Energy & Healthcare, Tourism & Entertainment, Industry & Knowledge. Its entities are Dubai Healthcare City, the region's hub for world-class quality healthcare services; Mizin, one of the most advanced real estate companies in the region; "The Tiger Woods - Dubai" an exclusive golf community that will include a Tiger Woods designed Golf Course; Dubailand, one of the biggest leisure, entertainment and tourism destinations in the Middle East region; Dubai Industrial City, an industrial township to develop Dubai as a leading manufacturing hub; Bawadi, the world's leading hospitality and entertainment project bringing 31 hotels and more than 29,000 hotel rooms; Dubai Energy, investing in regional and global energy opportunities and building a diversified investment portfolio; Dubai Mercantile Exchange, the first commodity futures exchange in the Middle East; Global Village, which brings together 160 different countries showcasing myriad cultures; and Moutamarat, the first Arab initiative organizing research-based conferences and exhibitions.
A Member of Dubai Holding, Tatweer and its entities will continue to consolidate a group of life-improving industries. In addition, it has pioneered the market with joint venture initiatives with leading companies such as the New York Mercantile Exchange or the Saudi Research and Publishing Company.
Tatweer will continuously strive for world-class performance implementing leadership development to drive and sustain business excellence, quality and high performance.
For further information:
Agency:
Tarek Sakik
Senior Account Manager
Jiwin the Public Relations Arm
Of Dubai Press Club
Phone: +971-4-3613593
Posted by Medilyn Manibo, Assistant News Editor
Wednesday, July 11 - 2007 at 10:11 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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