Bapco Energies has signed a new agreement to remain title sponsor of the Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship on the DP World Tour.
The 2026 tournament, which will take place from 29 January – 1 February at the Royal Golf Club, has a prize fund of $2.75m and is one of seven events on the DP World Tour’s International Swing.
Bapco Energies became title partner of the tournament for the first time in 2025, moving up from presenting partner in 2024. The partnership focuses on elevating the tournament experience for players, stakeholders, and spectators alike, establishing Bahrain’s premier international golf tournament as a world-class attraction. The tournament is also pioneering environmental initiatives focused on energy provision, including powering hospitality units and structures with solar energy and batteries.
The Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship will showcase the DP World Tour’s leading rookies, with newly-crowned Sir Henry Cotton Rookie of the Year Martin Couvra confirmed to tee it up alongside fellow breakthrough talents Ángel Ayora and Elvis Smylie.
Speaking about the announcement Mark Thomas, Group Chief Executive Officer of Bapco Energies, said: “We are pleased to renew our partnership with the DP World Tour for the 2026 Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship. This collaboration reflects our confidence in the tournament’s continued success and its ability to elevate Bahrain on the global sporting stage. We look forward to building on the momentum of 2025 and delivering another exceptional experience that brings our community together and reinforces Bapco Energies’ commitment to supporting national pride and international visibility.”
His Excellency Faris Mustafa Al Kooheji, Secretary General of Bahrain Olympic Committee, said: “Thanks to the drive of our visionary leaders and the support of Bapco Energies and the DP World Tour, the Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship is putting the Kingdom of Bahrain on the map as a world-class golfing destination. With leading professionals from more 25 countries competing next month, the tournament will provide international exposure and support our drive to continue growing the game in the region.”
Tom Phillips, Director of Middle East at the DP World Tour, added: “The Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship is going from strength to strength, with a strong year-on-year increase in spectator numbers, a field that boasts several legends of the game, and a desire to bring environmentally sustainable best practice to event delivery. The support of Bapco Energies is crucial to the growth of the event and we’re delighted that they will be continuing their partnership with us into 2026.”
Registration for free tickets for the 2026 Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship is open now here.