The National Golf Club will feature an 18-hole championship course designed by Sir Nick Faldo.
A clubhouse, golf academy and training facilities are scheduled to open by 2028.
A three-hole return layout will allow golfers to play shorter rounds.
The new course is designed by golfing legend Sir Nick Faldo.
Saudi Arabia’s rapidly evolving sports and leisure scene has just gained a prestigious new addition. Qiddiya City, dubbed the world’s first city built entirely for play, has announced its global partnership with the Faldo Series, marking a major milestone for golf in the Kingdom. At the heart of the announcement is the unveiling of a new 18-hole championship golf course designed by six-time Major winner, Sir Nick Faldo.
The National Golf Club is Faldo’s latest signature project and forms part of Qiddiya’s broader commitment to developing next-generation sporting talent. With the Faldo Series recognised as one of the world’s leading platforms for youth golf, Qiddiya’s partnership signals a strategic push to support grassroots participation in line with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals.
The golf course will be more than just a venue for tournaments; it’s designed to be a fully immersive experience. A standout feature includes a unique “three-hole return” layout, which allows players to enjoy shorter rounds, enhancing accessibility and encouraging broader community engagement. Complementing the course will be a modern clubhouse, golf academy, and a suite of training facilities set to open by 2028.
On this occasion, His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Faisal, Minister of Sport and President of the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee, said: “The National Golf Club in Qiddiya City reflects the significant progress taking place across the Kingdom’s sports sector, made possible by the unwavering support of our leadership. This support has driven the continued expansion of sports facilities and destinations and created more diverse opportunities to participate in sport, in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. It also contributes to building a vibrant society and broadening access to a wide range of sports.”
Faldo himself echoed the excitement: “Designing The National Golf Club has been about creating a course that respects its iconic setting in Qiddiya City and gives golfers a memorable experience every time they play. Qiddiya City has a landscape with real character and our aim has been to build a course that is challenging, enjoyable and welcoming for players at different levels and supports Saudi talent through a number of initiatives including the Faldo Series.”
The National Golf Club will join an already impressive roster of attractions at Qiddiya City, including AquArabia Waterpark, Six Flags Qiddiya City, the Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Stadium, one of the venues slated to host events for the 2034 FIFA World Cup.
Where: The National Golf Club, Qiddiya City, Riyadh
Contact: qiddiya.com