Dubai Golf & Viya Golf Abu Dhabi Celebrate Prestigious Nominations Across Their Premier Golf Clubs

Tuesday 11th February 2025; United Arab Emirates: Dubai Golf and Viya Golf Abu Dhabi are delighted to announce the impressive list of nominations received by their esteemed golf clubs at the upcoming 59club MEA Service Excellence Awards 2025. The nominations span Emirates Golf Club, Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, Yas Links Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, and Yas Acres Golf & Country Club, demonstrating the exceptional standards upheld across this legacy-driven portfolio.

Reflecting a steadfast dedication to maintaining a heritage of excellence, these nominations celebrate the sustained efforts by Dubai Golf and Viya Golf Abu Dhabi to provide superior service and world-class golfing experiences.

Emirates Golf Club
As the My59 Ultimate Service Excellence Award winner (2023), Emirates Golf Club continues to set high standards, evidenced by its nominations for Agronomy Team of the Year, Golf Operations Team of the Year, and once again for the My59 Ultimate Service Excellence Award. This prestigious club remains a beacon of operational excellence and is recognised for its beautifully maintained greens and proactive guest services.

Jumeirah Golf Estates
Leading with the most nominations, Jumeirah Golf Estates is acknowledged in categories including Golf Retail, Membership Sales, Agronomy, and Golf Operations Team of the Year, along with the My59 Ultimate Service Excellence Award. The estate’s comprehensive management strategy exemplifies its dedication to enhancing member and guest experiences across all touchpoints.

Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club
As the host venue for this year’s awards and a nominee for the My59 Ultimate Service Excellence Award and Golf Membership Team of the Year, Dubai Creek continues to demonstrate its influential role in the region’s golf industry, offering unmatched membership services and exceptional hospitality.

Yas Links Abu Dhabi
Recognised for its outstanding Agronomy Team, Yas Links Abu Dhabi maintains exceptional course conditions, underscoring its leading position in Abu Dhabi’s golf scene.

Yas Acres Golf & Country Club
Nominated for both its Agronomy Team and Golf Membership Sales Team, Yas Acres demonstrates a commitment to quality and excellence in maintaining course conditions and engaging membership strategies.

Saadiyat Beach Golf Club
Renowned for its customer-centric approach, Saadiyat Beach Golf Club has received nominations for its excellent Food & Beverage services and Golf Membership Team. The club’s focus on delivering top-tier dining and tailored membership experiences makes it a standout destination.

This extensive array of nominations from 59club MEA serves as a recognition of the dedicated teams who, through their passion and hard work, have continued to push the boundaries of golf and hospitality excellence. Dubai Golf and Viya Golf Abu Dhabi’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the golfing experience through innovative and legacy-driven management is at the heart of their operational philosophy.

The awards ceremony, to be held on February 12, 2025, at the Palm Garden of Park Hyatt Dubai, will be a fitting celebration of the high standards and achievements within the golf industry.

Dubai Golf and Viya Golf Abu Dhabi extend their congratulations to all the nominees and express their pride in the teams whose dedication and commitment have led to this significant recognition. They look forward to the awards ceremony where the golf community will gather to honour these outstanding achievements.

59club MEA Service Excellence Award Nominations 2024 (in alphabetical order)

Golf Retail Team of the Year:

Abu Dhabi City Golf Club, led by the eGolf Team
Al Hamra Golf Club, led by the eGolf Team
Al Zorah Golf Club, led by Austin Cahill
Jumeirah Golf Estates, led by Alex Mickleburgh
Trump International Golf Club, Dubai, led by Martin McDonagh

Food & Beverage Team of the Year:

Abu Dhabi City Golf Club, led by Samer Reshedat
Arabian Ranches Golf Club, led by Darrow Thomas
Dubai Hills Golf Club, led by Conor Rogers
Montgomerie Golf Club, Dubai, led by Retief Tolken
Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, led by Santos Castillo & Prasath Rajendran

Golf Membership Sales Team of the Year:

Al Zorah Golf Club, led by Charlyn Alunday
Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, led by Romana Fernandez
Jumeirah Golf Estates, led by Candy Legaspi
The Els Club, Dubai, led by Thomas Nicholson
Yas Acres Golf & Country Club, led by Ann Daniels

Agronomy Team of the Year (18 holes):

Emirates Golf Club, led by Matthew Perry
Jumeirah Golf Estates, led by Stuart Horwood
Trump International Golf Club, Dubai, led by Simon Winzar
Yas Links Abu Dhabi, led by Corey Finn & Jack Balfour

Agronomy Team of the Year (9 holes):

Abu Dhabi City Golf Club, led by Gustav Pieterse
Yas Acres Golf & Country Club, led by Corey Finn & Ruan Staden

Golf Operations Team of the Year:

Emirates Golf Club, led by Nico Visser
Jumeirah Golf Estates, led by Franco Botha
Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, led by Daniel Richards & Mason Geddes
The Els Club Dubai, led by James Ashman & Thomas Nicholson
Trump International Golf Club, Dubai, led by Martin McDonagh

My59 Ultimate Service Excellence Award:

Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, led by Michael Major
Emirates Golf Club, led by Nico Visser
Jumeirah Golf Estates, led by Franco Botha
Trump International Golf Club, Dubai, led by Martin McDonagh

For more details on the 59club MEA Service Excellence Awards and the full list of nominations, please visit 59club MEA.