ISRAEL OPEN
GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP
2026
11-13 Oct
Partnering with Caesarea Golf Club
Registration deadline: September 22nd 2026
Caesarea Golf Club 11–13 Oct 2026
THE COURSE
About the Golf Club
The prestigious Caesarea Golf Club, founded in 1960 by the Baron Rothschild family, is the only international golf club in Israel.
The club hosts many local, international and professional tournaments with golfers from around the world.
In 2010, the Caesarea Golf Club was added to The Rolex World's Top 1000 Golf Courses. The club is semi- private, with hundreds of regular members, but opens its
doors to guests as well. The club features two unique courses designed by world-renowned golf course designer Pete Dye, considered by many to be the greatest golf architect in history.
The Championship course with 4 sets of TEES, ranges in length from 4,800 meters to 6,563 meters and features lush lawns alongside stunning sand dunes, 120 bunkers and two lakes. The course is designed to allow beginners to enjoy the game while also challenging any professional who tries to conquer it.
For beginners, the club offers a shorter par-3, 9-hole course, which is an especially fun place to learn and practice golf in a charming atmosphere.
Competition Conditions
1. Competitors must be either professionals or amateurs, as defined by the current Rules of Professional and Amateur Status.
2. Format of the competition
The format of play, scoring method, and number of rounds for each category shall be conducted in accordance with the Categories Table set out below.
3. If the number of applications exceeds the maximum number of players, all entries will be evaluated based on the players’ handicap rankings, with preference given to those with the lowest handicaps. Participants who are not selected will receive a full refund of the registration fee.
4. Preference will be given to competitors in the Grand Masters and Masters Championships for the use of buggies.
5. Players in the Professional or Youth Championships must walk during the Championship.
– There is a limited availability of electric golf trolleys for rent, which will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
– Please contact edenb@iga-golf.org for reservations
6. Any player with a valid medical certificate will receive priority in booking a buggy.
A copy of the medical certificate must be sent along with the buggy booking request at least three weeks before the tournament
7. Competitors in all Championships who tie for first place shall play a hole-by-hole (sudden death) play-off to determine the winner.
8. Any competitor who is not present at their first tee when called to start shall be disqualified.
– The Tournament Committee reserves the right to set and/or alter starting times.
9. Participants must use golf balls and driving clubs that are listed as conforming with the Rules of Golf on the R&A Rules Limited website: www.randa.org.
10. A competitor shall not knowingly use any drug to enhance performance.
– If a competitor shows clinical evidence of drug use for a non-therapeutic purpose, the Committee may require them to undergo a drug test.
– Any competitor found in violation of this condition may be disqualified
11. The Pace of Play condition will apply.
12. The Championship Committee reserves the right to modify the Championship Conditions if necessary.
13. Entrants must comply with all aspects of the Rules of Amateur Status, as approved by R&A Rules Limited, and must sign the declaration in the entry form accordingly.
14. Entrants from outside Israel must provide a handicap certificate, issued by the relevant handicapping authority in their country of entry.
15. The Championship Committee reserves the right to disqualify any competitor who provides false information on their entry form.
16. The completed and signed entry form must be received by the Israel Golf Association no later than September 1st, 2026..
17. All disputes must be referred to the Head Referee, who will resolve them in accordance with the Rules of Golf, as approved by the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews.
– If a dispute cannot be resolved, the Head Referee will present it to the Championship and Rules Committee, whose decision shall be final
€ Total Prizes 15,000
Information
| Category | Division | Age | Max Index | Holes | Tees | Score | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Pro’s & Amateur’s | Open | No limit | 54 | Black | Gross | Individual Stroke Play |
| Men Medal | Pro’s & Amateur’s | 40+ | 18 | 54 | Blue | Gross | Individual Stroke Play |
| Men Master | Amateur’s | 40+ | 18 | 36 | Blue | Net | Individual Stroke Play |
| Men Grand Masters | Amateur’s | 65+ | 24 | 36 | White | Gross / Net | Individual Stroke Play |
| Super Senior’s | Amateur’s | 75+ | 24 | 36 | Green | Gross / Net | Individual Stroke Play |
| Ladies Open | Amateur’s | 19+ | 28 | 36 | Green | Gross / Net | Individual Stroke Play |
| Juniors Open | Amateur’s | 18- | 24 | 36 | White | Gross | Individual Stroke Play |
Prizes
Amateur – First Place Gross
Men Masters – First Place Gross
Men Grand Masters – First Place Gross
Ladies – First Place Gross
Woman Grand Masters – First Place Gross
Youth Boys – First Place Gross
Men's Disabled – First Place Gross
Schedule
13th OCT 2026
Tuesday | Final Round & Closing Ceremony
09:00 | Shotgun start
Final rounds
Open – cut
Men Medal – cut
Men Masters
Men Grand Masters
Ladies Open
15:00 | Everyone is invited to Hole 18 to watch the finals in these categories:
Open | Men Medal | Men Masters | Men Grand Masters | Ladies Open
16:00 | Trophy presentation to winners in all categories
16:30 | Gala meal to mark the close of the championship
Caesarea Golf Club
12th OCT 2026
Monday | Second Competition Day
Round 1
Men Masters
Men Grand Masters
Ladies Open
Round 2
Open – cut
Men Medal – cut
Juniors Open – final
Super Senior’s – final
Cut after Round 2
Open – the top 16 players advance to the final, in four groups of four.
Men Medal – the top 16 players advance to the final, in four groups of four.
11th OCT 2026
Sunday | First Competition Round
Round 1
Open
Men Medal
Juniors Open
Super Senior’s
10th OCT 2026
Saturday | Practice Round
Practice round for overseas players in the Open and Men Medal categories.
Arrange in advance with the Pro Shop via WhatsApp: +972 54-330-0218
Advance reservation for the practice round must be made by October 1st.
For coordination, please contact the Israel Golf Association Secretariat at: edenb@iga-golf.org
ACCOMODATIONS
Championship package
For accommodation arrangements during the tournament, participants may contact Eden at the Israel Golf Association for assistance in finding suitable lodging solutions.
Starting from 2,100$ per double room
The IGA will arrange daily round-trip transportation from this hotel to the Caesarea Golf Club. It’s a 25-minute drive one way.
Gallery
Entry Form
Accommodation & Transfer Form
Member of EGA & IGF