FYI
The Tiger Woods Dubai, a member of Tatweer, today affirmed that consistent progress continues on its centerpiece, the Al Ruwaya Golf Club, and confirmed it is committed to the completion of the first golf course designed by Tiger Woods Design.
A number of key benchmarks have been achieved at the landmark golf course, including bulk earthworks of 25 million cubic feet of earth, rough shaping of 18 holes, and the detailed shaping of 10 holes. Three holes – 4, 5, and 6 – have been completed with an impressive 1,500 yards of grass in three different varieties obtained from Atlanta, Georgia, in the US. Construction is progressing on the streams and lakes as well, comprising 3.3 million square feet of water features. Meanwhile, the course already boasts over 2,200 trees that have been planted to complement the evolving landscape.
The Tiger Woods Dubai has contracted IMG Course Management, a world leader in providing golf course management services, to run the Al Ruwaya Golf Club. In addition, Patrick Bowers, who brings 20 years of operating experience in the global golf industry, has been appointed as General Manager of the golf club. The Board of Governors for the club is also in the process of being established.
The strong partnership between Tiger Woods Design and The Tiger Woods Dubai remains the key to realizing success on the ground. Bryon Bell, President of Tiger Woods Design, said: “We are very pleased by the progress that continues to be made at Al Ruwaya and are looking forward to celebrating the course’s full completion.”
Abdulla Al Gurg, Project Director of The Tiger Woods Dubai, said: “The Tiger Woods Dubai is an essential part of Dubai’s Strategic Plan to drive tourism to the region and will be completed in line with the new market demand. We are entirely committed to completing the project to the highest standards of quality. The opening timeline will be announced in conjunction with IMG and Tiger Woods Design closer to the opening date.”
While work continues on the course, construction has commenced on the 132kV electrical substation. To date over 6,500 tonnes of concrete and 460 tonnes of steel have been used to raise the structure that will be located on a plot spanning 3,800 sq feet. All major equipment for the substation is scheduled to be installed shortly.
Located at Dubailand, the landmark leisure, tourism and entertainment destination, The Tiger Woods Dubai will feature dramatic elevation changes and lush landscaping with over 11,000 trees and 140,000 shrubs. It will also boast an overall design that will challenge and entertain golfers of all playing abilities.