Race to Makkah:
A Unique Golf Experience.
The world’s first golf pilgrimage. All eyes turn to Saudi.
The UK and USA series are complete, and six champions have been crowned. The journey now converges on Saudi Arabia for the World Final at Royal Greens Golf and Country Club on the Red Sea, where a limited number of international players are invited to join the field.
This is Golf Umrah brought to life. Perform Umrah and experience the spiritual depth of Makkah and Madinah, then savour world-class golf and hospitality by the coast at Rixos Murjana. It is a four-day festival where competition, brotherhood, and faith move together.
Choose your path
Compete across three handicap divisions for the title of MGA World Champion, or begin with our guided Beginner Experiences for men and for women. Your values are understood. Equipment is provided. Service is refined.
Your invitation
Places are limited to preserve quality and care. If you feel the pull of faith and the thrill of the game, this is your moment to join the world’s first golf pilgrimage.
Worldwide Leaderboard
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Ahmed Sherman
Division 1 - UK Winner
Handicap: 3.4
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Umar Sadiq
Division 1 - USA Winner
Handicap: 7.2
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Zulfi Ali
Division 2 - UK Winner
Handicap: 12.3
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Akbar Rehmatullah
Division 2 - USA Winner
Handicap: 12.2
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Zishan Ahmad
Division 3 - UK Winner
Handicap 14.7
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Mohsin Ansari
Division 3 - USA Winner
Handicap 16.6
Presents
The MGA Race to Makkah:
Where Champions Are Crowned
Winners from the MGA Race to Makkah in both the UK and USA will earn a once-in-a-lifetime, all-expenses-paid trip, courtesy of Al Mosafer, the leading travel brand connecting the world to the heart of Saudi Arabia, to compete in the inaugural MGA World Finals.
Hosted at the breathtaking Royal Greens Golf & Country Club on the shores of the Red Sea, this world-class venue has welcomed the game’s elite through events like the Saudi International and LIV Golf. Its flawless fairways, challenging greens and coastal beauty offer a stage worthy of true champions.
They’ll be joined by a select group of international players, coming from across the globe to compete for the coveted title of MGA World Champion in their handicap divisions.
For the first time, Royal Greens becomes the home of a new legacy, where the Race to Makkah reaches its peak, and history is made.
UK
From London to the Midlands and beyond, the Alevio MGA Race to Makkah UK unfolds across five iconic courses. Each event is more than a competition, it's a chance to connect, grow, and move one step closer to the MGA World Final. Rooted in community, excellence, and faith, every round is part of a journey far greater than golf.
USA
A single event. One of golf’s most iconic courses. The Race to Makkah USA launches with a landmark two-day tournament at TPC Sawgrass in Florida, home of The Players Championship and the legendary island green. This isn’t just a qualifier. It’s a statement. The top three will earn their place at the MGA World Final, but every competitor will walk the fairways where history has been made.
Welcome to Sawgrass, where your road to Makkah begins.
Makkah
The spiritual centre of Islam, Makkah is where hearts are humbled and souls are uplifted. For our finalists, the Race to Makkah culminates in the sacred honour of performing Umrah, a moment of deep reflection, gratitude, and connection in the holiest place on Earth. This is more than a championship. It’s a pilgrimage of purpose.
Madinah
Before the intensity of the World Final, our finalists will arrive in Madinah, a city of serenity, gratitude, and reflection. In the tranquil shadow of Masjid An-Nabawi, they’ll find a spiritual calm that prepares the heart as much as the mind. Timeless in its warmth and hospitality, Madinah is the perfect resting place before the journey reaches its peak.
KAEC
King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) is a fusion of luxury, innovation, and vision, Saudi Arabia’s premier destination for sport and lifestyle. As the home of the Royal Greens Golf Club, it provides a world-class stage for the MGA World Finals. With its striking Red Sea backdrop and cutting-edge facilities, KAEC isn’t just hosting a tournament, it’s setting the standard for the future of global golf.
“The MGA was one of the best, holistic golfing experiences
I have ever encountered, I can’t wait for next year!”
The MGA World Finals
Royal Greens Golf & Country Club, KAEC, Saudi Arabia
Feb 4th - 15th 2026
This is where the journey reaches its pinnacle.
The MGA World Finals will be held at the world-renowned Royal Greens Golf & Country Club, a championship venue that has hosted the Saudi International, LIV Golf, Aramco Team Series and now, the best of MGA.
Finalists from the UK, USA, and beyond will compete across three handicap divisions in a three-day cumulative tournament, with the course set up in full tournament conditions. Every shot, every round, and every decision will count.
Set along the stunning Red Sea coastline, Royal Greens offers more than just immaculate fairways and dramatic views, it provides a world-class stage where faith meets focus, and new champions are crowned.
Global Handicap Divisions
For 2025/26, the Alevio MGA Race to Makkah will feature three global handicap divisions across all MGA host countries:
Division 1: 0 - 8.4
Division 2: 8.5 - 14.4
Division 3: 14.5 - 24
All players will compete within their respective divisions, ensuring fair and balanced competition across every event.
In the UK, players will earn points based on their finishing position at each of the five events, with 35 points awarded to the winner and decreasing incrementally. These scores contribute to an overall leaderboard, with the top players in each division qualifying for the MGA World Finals.
In the USA, qualification will be decided through a single two-day tournament at the legendary TPC Sawgrass, where the top three players across all divisions will secure their place at Royal Greens. Every shot counts in this high-stakes one-off event.
Each tournament also features Winners of the Day prizes, bringing added excitement, recognition, and reward to every round.
Championship Overview
Two Pathways to Glory
Players can qualify through a five-event UK series or a landmark two-day tournament at TPC Sawgrass in the USA.
Six Champions, One Dream
Three winners from the UK and three from the USA will earn an all-expenses-paid trip to the MGA World Finals in Saudi Arabia.
World-Class Venues
From iconic UK courses to the legendary TPC Sawgrass and the majestic Royal Greens, each stage reflects the highest standard in global golf.
The MGA World Final
A three-day cumulative tournament played under full championship conditions at Royal Greens Golf & Country Club, KAEC.
Faith Meets Fairway
Finalists will not only compete, but also perform Umrah and visit Madinah, turning their journey into one of both sporting and spiritual significance.
Officially Recognised
MGA tournaments are officially sanctioned by England Golf and adhere to international competition standards.
MGA World Final
Saudi Arabia, Feb 2026
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