Ryder Cup legend and fans' favourite Ian Poulter has sent a video message to UAE golf fans ahead of the DP World Tour Championship, Dubai.
With three weeks to go for the European Tour season-ending event, he called on fans to secure their tickets to watch him and the best players in the world compete.
Poulter, a DP World Global Ambassador, confirmed he will be among the stars to take to the course and can’t wait for the event, which takes place at Jumeirah Golf Estates from November 18-21.
The 45-year-old Englishman was runner-up twice at the DP World Tour Championship in 2010 and 2013.
Free tickets along with other hospitality options are available for the Rolex Series tournament that will see the 50 highest ranked players on the Race to Dubai Rankings in Partnership with Rolex battle for glory on the Earth Course.
As well as watching the elite stars in action, the DP World Tour Championship will host its first Ladies Day on Friday, November 19, which is part of a packed entertainment schedule with something for every spectator to enjoy throughout the four days.
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