DP World Tour Returns to Delhi Golf Club for Inaugural $4 Million DP World India Championship

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In a landmark development for Indian golf, the prestigious DP World Tour is all set to make its much-anticipated return to the historic Delhi Golf Club (DGC) for the inaugural DP World India Championship, scheduled from October 16 to 19, 2025.

With DP World as the title partner, the $4 million event marks a significant boost for the sport in India and will be co-sanctioned by the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI).

The championship forms part of the 'Back 9' on the 2025 Race to Dubai, serving as the eighth of nine crucial events leading up to the season-ending DP World Tour Play-Offs.

Sources close to the development have revealed that the organisers are in talks to bring global golfing icons, including Rory McIlroy, to India for the tournament, which would mark the first appearance of the DP World Tour at DGC since 2016. This will be the first time that Indian Golf fans will get an opportunity to see the Northern Irish golfer, who recently won the prestigious Augusta Masters, play from close quarters.

Bryson DeChambeau - the two-time US Open winner, recently visited India for the International Series India event at the DLF Golf & Country Club in Gurugram. DeChambeau had a lot to say about Indian golf and the potential the country possesses to be the next big thing in the sport. Golf enthusiast flocked Gurugram in large numbers to watch 'The Scientist' ply his trade at one of the most challenging courses in the world.

Ben Cowen, Chief Tournament & Operations Officer of the DP World Tour, expressed his excitement saying, "We are delighted to extend our commitment to golf in India by establishing the new DP World India Championship alongside our valued partner DP World. Also Read: Ben Cowen Exclusive: Hosting Challenge Tour events, strategic alliance with PGTI part of DP World Tour's plans to create more pathways for Indians

"DP World have been crucial to the development of this exciting new event, and we look forward to building on our shared vision to grow the game in the country. Our thanks also go to Delhi Golf Club for giving us the opportunity to return to such an iconic venue this October."

The announcement comes on the heels of the successful 2025 Hero Indian Open, won by Spain's Eugenio Chacarra, and adds further momentum to the Tour's growing presence in South Asia.

A Landmark Moment for Indian Golf

Terming the championship as a significant milestone in Indian Golf, former cricket legend and now PGTI President Kapil Dev said, "The inaugural DP World India Championship is a landmark moment for Indian golf and a true reflection of India's rising stature on the international golfing stage."

Echoing the sentiment, Raj Khosla, President of Delhi Golf Club, underlined the unique appeal of the venue, "We look forward to welcoming the DP World India Championship, where golfers from across the world shall not only get a chance to showcase their golfing skills, but also enjoy the magnificent scenic beauty of Delhi Golf Club."

Building Towards Dubai

As part of the 2025 Race to Dubai, the DP World India Championship carries major implications for players seeking to secure their place in the season-ending DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai.

With the return of one of the world's premier golf circuits to Indian soil, and the possibility of seeing stars like Rory McIlroy teeing off at Delhi Golf Club, Indian golf fans are in for a historic treat this October.