The Dubai Invitational prize money has been officially distributed after a thrilling final round at the Dubai Creek Resort. Spanish golfer Nacho Elvira emerged victorious in the 2026 season opener.
The tournament saw intense competition between veteran stars and rising talents. For fans in the UAE and the Middle East, the event was a spectacle of world-class golf. Below, we look at how the Dubai Invitational prize money was shared among the top players and the key moments of the final round.
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Nacho Elvira’s Gritty Path to Victory
Nacho Elvira showed great nerves to secure the Dubai Invitational winner’s share. Despite a shaky middle round, the 38-year-old Spaniard held off big names like Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry. This victory marks his third DP World Tour title, earning him the biggest portion of the total purse.
Shane Lowry’s Costly Mistake
One of the most talked-about moments regarding the Dubai Invitational was Shane Lowry’s final hole. Lowry was in a strong position to win or at least force a playoff. However, a double-bogey on the 72nd hole dropped him to a tie for third place. This single bunker shot cost the Irishman nearly $200,000 in potential earnings.
Top Players and Their Earnings
The DP World Tour Dubai results show that the $2.75 million purse was distributed among 58 players. Nacho Elvira took home the top prize of $467,500. Daniel Hillier finished as the runner-up, securing a significant payout of $302,500.
Full Prize Money Breakdown (Top 10)
- 1. Nacho Elvira (Winner): $467,500 (AED 1,715,725)
- 2. Daniel Hillier: $302,500 (AED 1,110,175)
- T3. Shane Lowry: $130,625 (AED 479,393)
- T3. Rory McIlroy: $130,625 (AED 479,393)
- T3. David Puig: $130,625 (AED 479,393)
- T3. Julien Guerrier: $130,625 (AED 479,393)
- T7. Marcus Armitage: $68,750 (AED 252,312)
- T7. Thorbjorn Olesen: $68,750 (AED 252,312)
- T7. Matt Wallace: $68,750 (AED 252,312)
- T10. Antoine Rozner: $50,600 (AED 185,702)
- T10. Dylan Frittelli: $50,600 (AED 185,702)
- T10. Thriston Lawrence: $50,600 (AED 185,702)
How the Purse was Distributed
The total Dubai Invitational prize money of $2.75 million was shared according to the DP World Tour’s official payout scale.
- The winner receives roughly 17% of the total purse.
- Players who tied for positions (like T3 or T10) had their prize money combined and divided equally.
- This ensures that the DP World Tour Dubai remains one of the most lucrative early-season events for professionals.
Golf Stars in Dubai
The event featured several high-profile players. Rory McIlroy, a fan favorite in the Middle East, finished with a score of -8. While he didn’t win the Dubai Invitational, his presence drew massive crowds to Dubai Creek. Other stars like Tommy Fleetwood and Patrick Reed also featured in the final standings, though they finished further down the leaderboard.
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FAQs
What was the total Dubai Invitational prize money for 2026? The total purse for the event was $2.75 million.
How much did the winner receive? Nacho Elvira received $467,500 for his first-place finish at Dubai Creek.
Who finished in the top 10 of the DP World Tour Dubai results? The top 10 included Elvira, Hillier, Lowry, McIlroy, Puig, Guerrier, Armitage, Olesen, Wallace, Rozner, Frittelli, and Lawrence.
Who missed out on the Dubai Invitational winner’s share due to a late error? Shane Lowry was leading but a double-bogey on the final hole cost him the top prize and nearly $200,000.
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