Dubai Aluminium Company: Proud sponsor of golf since 1992

Tiger Woods and defending champion Henrik Stenson have already been announced for the late January event that will bring together a handful of players from the top 20 in the world golf rankings, and likely one of the strongest early season fields worldwide. More player announcements are planned over the following two weeks that will make for one of the best fields ever assembled in Dubai.

Reflecting its established reputation as a strong supporter of the Dubai community, DUBAL has been the main sponsor of the Dubai Desert Classic since 1992 and has played an instrumental role in the event's recognition on the world stage as one of the premier golf tournaments.

According to 'golf in DUBAI', DUBAL's long-standing support of the game has been monumental from the outset, creating real impact long before names like Tiger Woods, Annika Sorenstam, or Ernie Els brought their famous presence to the city.

'DUBAL has been with us from the early years, and continues to show its unwavering commitment to this day,' said Mohamed Juma Buamaim, Vice Chairman and CEO of 'golf in DUBAI', when asked if he could sum up DUBAL's commitment to golf and the city of Dubai since 1992.

Mohammed Yahya, Manager: Corporate Relations and International Affairs: DUBAL, affirmed this by saying,

'DUBAL is committed to being a community leader. As Dubai's industrial flagship, DUBAL contributes significantly to the local economy and acknowledges its responsibility to support both community initiatives and the broader goals of the Dubai Government.'

Interestingly, DUBAL, the Dubai Desert Classic and Dubai Ladies' Masters (both promoted by golf in DUBAI) share many parallels and characteristics, including the vision behind their establishment.

'DUBAL, like both golf tournaments, was established to propel Dubai onward and upwards,' Yahya added. 'We are proud to support an initiative with which we share such values.'

The Dubai Desert Classic is quickly selling out of daily tickets, season passes and reserved hospitality for corporations wishing to entertain clients during the tournament.