The PGA Tour has a regular FedEx Cup season and the Playoffs (the FedEx St. Jude Championship and the BMW Championship). It all ends with the season finale, the TOUR Championship. The European circuit has its own version of a season-long race, the Race to Dubai. It incentivizes consistent performance throughout the competitive schedule. Golfers accumulate points from major tournaments and the DP World Tour events spanning 27 countries. Every swing, every putt, and every leaderboard score adds to the race.

The Race to Dubai format has changed multiple times over the years. The current format was finalized in the 2023-2024 season. Here’s a complete breakdown of how the Race to Dubai works.

2025 Race to Dubai events format

Golfers get to play 42 events, including majors, on a full schedule

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