Lexus Bahrain served as the main sponsor for the 8th Bahrain Amateur Open Golf Championship, which concluded today. The tournament took place from 21 to 24 October 2026 at the Royal Golf Club in Riffa Views. Participants competed across four days of play at the venue, marking the latest iteration of the annual sporting event.
Tournament Organization and Participation
Bahrain Golf Association organized the 8th Bahrain Amateur Open Golf Championship. This body oversaw the planning and execution of the four-day competition held at the Royal Golf Club in Riffa Views.
More than 100 golfers participated in the event. These competitors traveled from Bahrain and various locations around the world to compete in the tournament.
Strategic Partnership and Sponsorship
Lexus Bahrain supported the 8th Bahrain Amateur Open Golf Championship for the second consecutive year. This partnership marks a continued collaboration with the event organizers to facilitate the annual competition held at the Royal Golf Club in Riffa Views.
Regarding the brand's involvement, Isa Mohamed Kanoo, Lexus Director and Board Member of Ebrahim K. Kanoo, stated, "We are delighted that Lexus is sponsoring the championship for the second consecutive year. It reflects our interest in golf and our commitment to supporting efforts to develop the game and raise its standard."
Mr. Kanoo also elaborated on the corporate philosophy behind the sponsorship. "At Ebrahim K. Kanoo, we believe in the importance of supporting sporting activities and events, given their role in encouraging people to take up sport and in instilling the values of fair competition and sportsmanship," he said. "Our sponsorship of this championship stems from our commitment to our social responsibility and our desire to be an active partner in supporting initiatives that serve Bahraini society."
Beyond the local competition, the 8th Bahrain Amateur Open Golf Championship functioned as an official qualifier for the 18th King Hamad Trophy Golf Championship. That upcoming tournament is scheduled to take place in November 2026. The qualifying status allowed participants at the Royal Golf Club to secure entry into the larger trophy event through their performance during the four days of play that concluded on 24 October 2026.
